Australian Lotus distributor Merely Sports activities Vehicles has revealed the Lotus Emira Turbo Bathurst Version, a limited-run model of the mid-engined sports activities coupe developed for native patrons.
The Bathurst Version is proscribed to fifteen models and is out there to order now. Pricing begins at $249,990 earlier than on-roadprices, which positions it properly above the common four-cylinder Emira lineup.
Primarily based on present Australian pricing, the Bathurst Version is $50,000 dearer than the $199,990 Emira Turbo and $40,000 dearer than the $209,990 Emira Turbo SE, earlier than on-road prices.
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Merely Sports activities Vehicles says the Bathurst Version relies on the Emira Turbo, which makes use of a Mercedes-AMG-sourced 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine matched to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission and rear-wheel drive.
In customary tune the Emira Turbo produces 268kW of energy and 430Nm of torque, whereas the Turbo SE lifts this to 298kW of energy and 480Nm of torque.
Lotus claims the Turbo SE can full the 0-100km/h dash in 4.0 seconds and attain 290km/h. Merely Sports activities Vehicles hasn’t revealed acceleration or prime velocity claims for the Bathurst Version.
For the Bathurst Version, Merely Sports activities Vehicles says it has retuned the AMG M139 engine for “greater than 500hp (375kW)” and a “substantial” torque enhance, although it hasn’t revealed a torque determine. It is a enormous enhance in efficiency and so far as we are able to inform, the very best state of tune ever provided for the AMG engine from a ‘manufacturing facility’ providing.
The corporate says the package deal additionally features a sequence of modifications geared toward observe use:
- Three-way adjustable dampers, revised wheel alignment, and a decrease stance
- Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres as customary, with Yokohama A052 tyres non-compulsory
- AP Racing four-piston calipers entrance and rear with two-piece ventilated brake discs
Merely Sports activities Vehicles says the Emira Turbo Bathurst Version retains the Emira’s double-wishbone suspension structure and provides a carbon-fibre aero package comprising a entrance splitter and an Emira GT4-style rear wing. The wing endplates carry ‘turbo Emira’ branding within the equipped photos.
Exterior modifications additionally embody Bathurst Version decals and GT4-inspired livery, whereas an individually numbered construct plate is fitted inside. Patrons also can select their wheel color.
The Bathurst Version was unveiled at Merely Sports activities Vehicles’ Bathurst Lotus Solely Monitor Day at Mount Panorama final week, the place the automobile was displayed and accomplished demonstration laps. The corporate has been taking Lotus fashions to Bathurst occasions since 2005, and has beforehand run Lotus Exige entries within the Bathurst 12 Hour.
Every Bathurst Version purchaser additionally receives complimentary entry to the subsequent Lotus Bathurst observe day, which Merely Sports activities Vehicles says is scheduled for 2027.
The Emira sits in the identical a part of the market as mid-engined sports activities coupes such because the Porsche Cayman. Lotus has additionally provided the Emira with a Toyota-sourced 3.5-litre supercharged V6 producing 298kW of energy.
In Australia, Emira gross sales totalled 138 models in 2024 and 60 in 2025, a drop of 56.5 per cent. Merely Sports activities Vehicles says 14 construct slots of the Bathurst Version stay, with the primary automobile already bought.
