2023 Lotus Emira Review // We’ve Ordered One

The 2023 Lotus Emira First Edition ($94,430 USD as spec’d, $120,688 CAD) is a brand new sports car with two engine choices. A torquey AMG 4 cylinder mated to a 6 speed auto, or a supercharged 3.5L V6 with a manual option. Both options come with strong horsepower numbers at 359 hp and 400 hp respectively, but the smaller 4 cylinder actually has a bit more torque. James has secretly used the company credit card to put a deposit down on a new Emira, and Thomas is learning that they will either have to take delivery, or forfeit their deposit altogether. Will the new Lotus Emira be everything they hope it will be? We hope you enjoy the episode. SUBSCRIBE!
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[@dftns19]

"Cargo space? No. Car go road." Fantastic

[@davidschaffer1802]

Maybe my favorite line they've written.

[@PerplexedPhoton]

@@davidschaffer1802 It's a meme, but it's still awesome, made me laugh!

[@atticusrussell1225]

Fantastic lil Tesla roadster dig

[@steveo8424]

Best line ever.

[@zawhernos2541]

@@atticusrussell1225 isn't tesla dead ? 🤔🤔

[@franklinl.everett8801]

The fact that Thomas said the steering is better than any Porsche is something that needs to be recognized.

[@antseriknomper976]

And the fact that it was pronounced correctly :)

[@ahemgee9542]

Any modern Porsche **

[@ludda42]

Lotus is known for great steering. Porsche has the best electric assist steering; it’s good but not Lotus hydraulic good

[@maximborodyuk3773]

@@ludda42 porsche's absolutely don't have best electric assist steering, not even remotely close

[@ayoa3892]

@@maximborodyuk3773 universally it’s recognized as such so from that stand point it does but idk

[@ManiVortex3965]

The fact that you rated this car above basically everything else says a lot about the Emira. Beautiful vehicle.

[@logical_lb3059]

Buyer’s rationalization

[@cyberpope2137]

@@logical_lb3059 you’re smoking crack

[@pulsefiend]

😂😂😂@@logical_lb3059

[@ridepedal4life103]

Saw you when you filmed this episode. Riding my bicycle on my regular loop through the Malibu canyons. That Emira caught my eyes immediately- total dream car for these tight canyons around here. Didn’t realize or recognized you in the green Emira in the moment, however, at home on KZbin it all became clear. Nice episode, spot on commentary! And btw. ones you live here you won’t leave….. even only by owning a suspension tuned Miata NA and a Ducati Monster 1200, these roads are a drivers enthusiasts dream!!! 25plus years carving these fantastic canyon roads 😊

[@lthedoperabbitl9258]

james tastes in cars is immaculate , an emira , a miata and a toyota century. perfect balance

[@TrayCaddyyy]

“Perfectly balanced, as all things should be.” - Thanos

[@blizzard270]

High speed/power enjoyment that the lotus is built for, the Miata.. well it speaks for itself I’d say, and the century well.. comfortable with a Toyota 12 cylinder? What more could you want

[@Rudenbehr]

The Lotus Emira is lifting all the weight for your usage of the word “immaculate”

[@sochi_mbata]

Don’t forget the S4

[@barbarusbloodshed6347]

He knows "special"... and as a designer I appreciate he appreciates good car design.

[@TimeBucks]

This is the best car review channel

[@HaseebKhan-mb9nn]

Good 👍👍👍

[@pavanchavan1314]

Very good

[@travelbagshort]

Very nice

[@aluminumfalcon552]

Not that this isn’t good, it is, but I think Jason Cammisa does even better. TH is definitely stepping it up though.

[@priyakhandare4951]

Very nice

[@claytondouglasmusic]

I have legitimately watched this entire video start to finish 3 times now. This one brings me a specific type of joy that I can't really explain. Thanks for this one, Thomas & James :)

[@rickroma]

Same, I keep coming back to it for some reason.

[@flacht_6]

Same here!! There’s just something about watching someone spec their car and going over every little detail that all of us do even if we have no intention of buying it.

[@brandon_buildsDIY]

Same😂

[@samarthkatyal4285]

James really won my heart with that manual transmission decision. Good lad👑🤝

[@flazederg6800]

For me, TH has become the new top gear. 2 competent drivers with a fun presentation style, honest reviews and great editing. You guys do have it all that one could want from a car review channel.

[@ridenorthdowns1159]

Well done buying a Chinese car from a company owned by the CCP.

[@righteousone1]

CRINGE

[@michaeljordan6008]

Good production value, but I don’t think they have any idea what they’re talking about.

[@flazederg6800]

@@michaeljordan6008 They actually drive the cars they review properly and have track experience/know how to actually handle a car, which is a lot more then 99% of other car reviewers.

[@michaeljordan6008]

@@flazederg6800 - They have access to the car for a day or two like many other reviewers. Their track savviness is a bit questionable, but if you like it that’s all that matters.

[@w1ndw4ker95]

If we get a "Top Gear Special" hour or two-long video from you guys, I will be over the moon. That is EXACTLY the kind of content I've been craving since the Grand Tour slowed down. Can't wait to see what you guys have planned!

[@K03sport]

...nope, too long. 20 minutes or less is perfect, albiet this video was 22 minutes. TH's formula is just fine; I'd hate it ruined w/hour long episodes that I would play at 1.5x speed

[@w1ndw4ker95]

@@K03sport Oh, don't get me wrong. I don't want them to REPLACE their current format with a longer one, but if they choose to do a "special" series with long roadtrips and stuff, I would be totally hooked.

[@EdDale44135]

I am looking forward to their special. I think James and Thomas work better. But if you have to have something like the Grand Tour, give Car Trek a try while we wait for Throttle House’s version.

[@w1ndw4ker95]

@@EdDale44135 I'll have to check it out, thanks!

[@austensmith3330]

@@EdDale44135 that Tav guy looks cringe AF though

[@user-pv2gs6nc3w]

There are so very few times that I like what I see and hear 100%, to the point I have nothing to say and just staying speechless, enjoying what they have done with the car! This is one of those times! Congratulations to you guys for the awesome review!❤❤❤

[@designplayground115]

Love the format on how you did this video! Love going through the build and watching the outcome of the configuration

[@keynesianeconomics4113]

What a stunning bit of kit. Lotus knocked it out of the park in my opinion.

[@TheUrbanEpicure]

It's... too small. Or at least it looks it. Six-footers look okay standing next to a Cayman, but they look ridiculous next to this.

[@okay7332]

@@TheUrbanEpicureit’s not supposed to be a massive sports car you don’t understand this concept, it’s supposed to be small and nimble it has a small engine

[@MyRealName]

@Jimmy Two Times Well, yes and no. For many people the Elise or Exige, both incredible sports cars were absolutely undrivable because you had no room. No room for any part of your body and you were squashed in there. A car can be brilliant but that ruins it completely. I wonder if you can stretch your legs at all in this one because if you can't, you're better of with a Porsche who never fails to get that right. I hope Lotus got it right this time.

[@pnourani]

​@@TheUrbanEpicure Harry from Harry's Garage bought one and he's over 6ft. Watch his review from the lotus factory and then his drive. It's great.

[@gergokiss1989]

@@MyRealName right right.. please compare the size of an Elise to an emira. It is as wide as an X5… I’ve got one in my garage, I had one of the first orders in Germanyand I can assure you, that it is large and very comfortable enough for two people even above 6 feet. You have plenty of space for a two seater…

[@juniormeghji2551]

After delay and delay I finally got a call that I'll be getting my allocation as well. We can thank California for holding up the whole process. Lotus was dealing with California, but I'm excited to finally be able to get my everyday sports car. Hopefully in time for summer. I dealt with Gregory Buy at Gentry Lane and he was a pleasure to deal with. My allocation number was/is number 29. But I went with the base wheels as I'll be changing them anyways. Green exterior and the brown interior with the black accents

[@ZeerXX]

I was in the market for an Evora S, but after seeing this thing its so hard to settle for one when this is out. Love that Lotus understands its audience. Perfection! Can't imagine what the GT variants will look like.

[@donttruckhere]

its a 4 cylinder dont buy it

[@jerryli1923]

?

[@thelocustgrappler513]

@@donttruckhereit comes with a v6 dummy just like the one in this vid

[@prediatoredits]

​@@donttruckhereit has a cheaper 4 cylinder version but it's a amg 4 cylinder.🎉

[@kpierce1986]

Never thought I'd find a show I loved as much as old Top Gear. Keep it up guys!

[@Jinsun202]

The new Top Gear is better than the old one.

[@xtalofficial06]

@@Jinsun202 said no one ever

[@tok713]

@@Jinsun202 I love sarcasm.

[@boggy1791]

@@Jinsun202 straight to jail

[@stevemulcahy5014]

@@bibwangson9038 I was gonna say, those Clarkson, Quentin Wilson and Tiff Needell days were the days, but even that isn't as old as the 70s version!

[@BigJigglyPanda]

Fantastic review gentlemen, been waiting for this one. Now to see who gets their car they ordered a year ago first: me or James. 😂

[@alexthehunted]

What specs did you get?

[@person.w9780]

Wtf panda? You watch TH?

[@ElyciusM]

damn, panda, you got an emira? that's sick! im planning on buying one eventually as well.

[@Milkman69ner]

I’m coming up to 2 years! Car due in production this month!

[@Maarnu_]

oh shit, hey anthony

[@macnlz]

This video does the best job of any Emira video on KZbin in terms of actually showcasing the engine sound! Not just some revving at a standstill or drive-bys. I keep coming back for the sound! (Also, great review & fun presentation!)

[@pressplayboirecords8267]

Also check out the engine rev test from carwow. Throttle house and carwow did a great job showcasing this car

[@LokiDWolf]

If I had to be sold on a car, this video would be a great example of it. I loved it. And now, I love the car. It's seemingly a sports car made for people that want to get in that world without having to be super rich. You don't get the top but you most definitely don't get the low! Great features, aesthetics and performance. Really a dope car!!!

[@Kappafied]

This episode was done so incredibly well. The whole thing; how it was shot, how it was written, edited. Well done

[@SilverScarletSpider]

thanks

[@righteousone1]

CRINGE

[@tridocao143]

ok

[@doantranvan1844]

ok

[@TXMadeTXPaid]

I can't believe this channel only has 2.5m subs. This is some of the highest quality content you will find anywhere.

[@andrewduong2740]

#2 on trending now. They'll get the numbers they deserve soon enough.

[@bearclaw5115]

Only 2.5m? That's actually huge for the car enthusiast channels.

[@user-360johnn]

There’s only so many car enthusiasts

[@Shaxzara]

it used to have something like 466k subs when i first subbed not so long ago, im happy they have 2.5M now they will only grow exponentially dont u worry :)

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@andrewduong2740 hope TH got 3M Subscribers by the end of March.

[@gnosis7188]

I've always really liked Lotus cars because of how unique they are, and what they represent, they are a drivers car. I love the styling on this model. Its gorgeous.

[@TheTexican05]

The production value of this video is simply 👏 👌 🍻 ❤ Your DP and editing dept. are top shelf. I wouldn't buy a Lotus product, but I realllly wanna drive a Magna Red Emira with the sport suspension... It looks like an event. Gotta run. Off to watch more T/H vids!

[@noahman27]

The sound that engine makes! Totally addictive.

[@digonderongedonga]

Toyotally addictive*

[@thefrog6065]

I cant imgaine that I would also think a V6 from Camry can sound this good but Lotus did a great job.

[@chrisr1276]

@@thefrog6065 yeah... it's some sort of "reverse psychology marketing" though... "camry engine", but might have a slightly different EMU, cam profile, internals, intake and exhaust..... and a supercharger.... buut..... otherwise "totally the same" ;)

[@chrisr1276]

If it sounds anything like the Exige V6 SC on full throttle, it will be insane.... that car just howls..... nearly 7000rpm isn't a lot compared to some the high-revving NA track-focussed cars.... but that is pretty high once you add the SC!

[@griffins750]

Not just Lotus, look up “2GR FE SW20 F1 exhaust”

[@porkchopdog5249]

Wow, just wow. Not everyday I find myself with a new dream car! And that's coming from a Porsche fanboy... The shifter action through the mesh, the throttle in the rear-view, the beautiful styling, that green 👀, the ergonomics, powerful but relatively usable. Just perfect. Props to you guys at TH too for constantly putting out the best auto reviews on KZbin! Keep it up :)

[@eugenux]

that green looks spectacular.

[@jissanhuq3792]

Yeah I’ve always wanted a 911 but they went from attainable exotic to the same prices

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@eugenux yes. But a little too dark.

[@EricSampson]

that looks like a bypass valve actuator to me 😊

[@porkchopdog5249]

@@EricSampson Shoot, yeah that sounds right! Thanks.

[@Kim_in_China]

It definitely worth. My Emira has already delivered and drive for 5000km. Amazing

[@Ivan_Ivanovich_Drago]

You have brought much enjoyment, entertainment, and honest unbiased information! You deserve the success and but for our race to the bottom (free content based) social media framework, would and deserves to have all of your dream cars (including the GT40). Congrats on the order. Hopefully it comes in soon!

[@BlargMyShnoople]

It'll be well worth the wait, that thing is borderline perfect!

[@lotus_r1ce478]

Hi blurg 👋

[@jaydenharrington718]

blarg is so much more valid now that i know he watches thortle horse

[@MauricesHeresy]

terrible idea: bring throttle house on the goons i don’t see what could go wrong

[@lavamonster9744]

Blarg needs an emira mod for gta online

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@lavamonster9744 or even Assetto Corsa Competizione.

[@ChaseRun]

I am beyond jealous, congrats James!! A Lotus has always been my attainable dream car.

[@SteveEricJordan]

"attainable" lmao

[@michaelvick2872]

@@SteveEricJordan not the emira, but there are models going for 60-70k. It’s an achievable goal

[@SniperReady]

Nothing in the car world is attainable anymore lol

[@freshjnew]

Have you attained one?

[@clkgtr12]

​@@SteveEricJordan since there is no limit to what people can dream of( nsxs, r34s, v12 ferraris, mclarens, lfas, gt3s,...) this is attainable in comparison

[@apexx_prime8313]

lotus and mclarens have always been the two high tier cars ive been drawn to visually, so glad to hear that Lotus is actually a good car internally too.. heard yall mention mclaren in the vid so ill keep. my fingers crossed for that review in the future

[@AutomotiveWoman]

Man, Thomas said the steering is better than any Porsche! That's some serious recognition right there. TH has become the new Top Gear for me, with honest reviews, fun presentation, and great editing. The Emira's a tough choice against the C8, but its rarity, uniqueness, and looks make it stand out. James' taste in cars is spot on, and the engine sound is addictive! Can't wait for the road trip series, and I hope it's in Canada! Lotus nailed it with the Emira!

[@Thisath100]

Holy SHIT you guys. The production on these past few videos have been otherworldly. I am so happy you are financially able to do these things now, you've just CRUSHING it. The green on this Lotus is so great. Wow.

[@06VistaBlueGT1]

He's right though that when it's not in direct sunlight, it's really really dark. Lotus should have just made their traditional British Racing Green as the option.

[@juliussimkus4900]

You guys are the closest thing to the legendary Trio that we all love. Always waited for you to grow into something more. The ending was promising!

[@cyanprince00]

Savagegeese aint no joke either. Although they are more serious sometimes, and arent afraid to roast car companies. They're not that well known id say

[@sburns2421]

In many ways the Emira checks all the boxes on my wish list. That it is 1/3 the price of exotics and on par with more commonplace sports cars is just a bonus. It is a car I could buy and enjoy for years without ever feeling I should have bought a used exotic for the $100k or a Corvette C8.

[@markfarley407]

Thanks for sharing, Ron! And thanks to Gabetzspyunit for the photos. Klaus and team have done a wonderful job on the new Granturismo. Very excited to see the reveal sans wrap!!

[@frenchstick245]

This is the best car review channel.. and let me tell you I watched it all. The funny comments and dialogue here. The skits, the opinions are trust worthy and make sense and you can genuinely tell how much passion James and Thomas both have for cars. I’m looking forward to more content and maybe a Netflix series or something? 🙏👍

[@BuddysDadd]

Agreed. TH>Donut

[@Benyuri7]

​@@BuddysDaddThat's not an equivalent comparison.

[@lbj4993]

It's over-produced and girly...real car guys, as in men, which you probably wouldn't understand, don't handle or talk about cars like these two, nor do they handle a manual gear shifter/lever like some hard-on...it's embarrassing and hugely funny all at the same time...:):):)

[@AI-qd4vb]

Watch Chris Harris handling a Vulcan and come back to your senses

[@dmbassett]

devils advocate - i do skip a bit. I've watched enough vids to not want so much blah blah blah... i'm a facts/data guy and too much time spent on trying to be engaging/fun just drives me bonkers. love the channel just wanna counter your "it's the best" post :):)

[@griffinl921]

This car really shows how much the C8 & z06 have made it so much more challenging for cars like these. It's a tough choice between this and a c8, I personally would rather this just cause it'll be more rare, more unique. And I think looks way better imo, plus MANUAL :D

[@minhvan1216]

ok

[@craigthescott5074]

The C8 blows the doors off this car for performance and have fun finding a Lotus dealership to service it.

[@Dingbobber]

Okay

[@royshavrick]

@@craigthescott5074 Fair but I don't think it sounds as good, and it's much more of a GT than a sports car. It also looks a little bit chintzy with how much it tries to look like an italian exotic, whereas this car looks exactly like a baby sports car.

[@craigthescott5074]

@@royshavrick I’m surprised you think a V6 sounds better than a V8.

[@abdulnazarmohamedhashir2158]

One of the best videos you guyz have done. And the best video on youtube on the emira especially how the all the noises have been captured. Really making buy it

[@TheATeam_2014]

Hands down one of the best car review show on KZbin! Really enjoy watching your videos

[@999NINE99]

Finally, a car reviewer that knows how to shift a manual with proper rev matches.

[@sirgeorgioalastrata4104]

It's a shame it's not automatic. Manual ruins it

[@asifnoaman8978]

@@sirgeorgioalastrata4104 what? Automatic is boring, no driver involvement whatsoever

[@emissarygw2264]

@@sirgeorgioalastrata4104 It's never too late to learn manual. I bought my first MT a few years ago without actually knowing how to drive it, and although it was kinda stressful at first on hills, I am now so glad that I did it.

[@alicekim7351]

​​@@sirgeorgioalastrata4104 I saw your comment history, and you said a Chevy Malibu will blow the BMW 7 series, Mercedes S class, and Audi S8 out of the water??? And now you say it's a shame for his Emira to have a manual transmission??? What's next? Will you say the Dodge Hornet is a better car than a Hellcat, or the WRX CVT is better than a STI, or will you say the Kia Forte GT Line will blow the Audi RS3 out of the water?????

[@humunahumunaha9770]

@@sirgeorgioalastrata4104 there is an automatic, go for the amg

[@user-wq7ct4yu7k]

That opening montage with engine, shift linkage.... close ups- is classic Fast & Furious 1. LOVE IT!

[@timothyburnside3229]

When you add the exclusivity and stunning looks no question it is a winner! Great review as always!!

[@graydon5497]

Really cool video format of reviewing the car through choosing the configuration options.

[@sabertooth_fl]

Perfect video for one of the most perfect cars of this generation. Y'all knocked it out of the park with this one; the storytelling, cinematics, and clever delivery have only just satiated my desire for a time while I wait until this gorgeous Lotus is attainable. Well done 🙌

[@AlwaresHUN]

I'm not really a car maniac but I got some goosebumps watching this video. What a great car!

[@thecrazeofthefuture]

“Which transmission did you choose James?” “Yes.”

[@tnikoli40]

If it came with a dct or zf8 then auto would be a much closer choice.

[@abdullahbinshahid3199]

@@tnikoli40 it does come with an 8 speed dct if you get the amg turbo 4.

[@N0neofyourbusiness.]

@@tnikoli40 if you choose an automatic over a manual then there is something very wrong with your thinking. This car isn’t designed to be the quickest. It’s built to be one of the most entertaining cars to drive. The manual transmission version of this will go up in value. While the dual clutch automatic will depreciate.

[@eugenux]

​@@abdullahbinshahid3199 I think you are missing the point on this car if you'd consider the automatic version.

[@abdullahbinshahid3199]

@@eugenux for sure

[@TheCookieCrisp]

That's why I love this channel. These guys get me and what I want from a car. People I'm around only like big engines and big cars. What matters is how it feels to drive.

[@marcstamper9079]

Great show. Your banter is excellent. Keep it up 👍

[@Rex_Racer]

I feel even better about my own Emira order after watching this video. I’ve been biting my nails since I ordered it almost two years ago, wondering (just like James) if I wasn’t being practical, perhaps I’d made a mistake. Thanks for the video guys!!!!

[@InSaN3ViSioN]

I would have ordered it if it was electric. Never buying a gas car again. Shame Lotus made it their last gas car because it looks so good

[@Stevie4171]

@@InSaN3ViSioN bro????

[@Rex_Racer]

@@InSaN3ViSioN No electric cars for me! Love a good ICE engine 👍🏻

[@newdesignrd9193]

Same I’ve been waiting for this kind of Review !

[@HarpoonTech]

I have been a car admirer since I was a little kid since my first love, a 78' stingray that reminded me of the Bat Mobile. Listening to James and Thomas talk about cars is well thought out and straight to the point. Everything is intelligent while dumbing down the simplest detail where everything matters. Thanks for the passion guys! It makes watching these videos enjoyable and I appreciate the perspectives

[@robinpcavery]

One minor thing they missed. There's room for two carry on size bags longitudinally stowed (potentially rooms for three upright) behind the seats at max rearward travel on the seat (at least on the one I tested). This makes it more practical than a Miata as you've somewhere to put bags that don't get heated by the exhaust (not that I'm against Miatas - I've had two and would have them again were it not for me not pulling my deposit on an Emira)

[@tet2mor282]

This was one of the best car reviews I’ve watched. You guys are awesome. Thank you

[@AjGalloway95]

You guys connect so emotionally and deeply human with your audience. And the cars. Bravo, and thank you for your service

[@terryfulwider1296]

Really excited to hear that y'all are doing a road trip video! I've thought for the last year that the chemistry and production value is ready to tackle that type of task. Can't wait!!

[@bokiNYC]

Agree 100%! 👍

[@Rjd1325]

I already liked this car a lot......but you two fine gentlemen made me fall in love with this car......the credit goes to Lotus and Your channel equally. Buy this car and go to the road trip in it !!!!!

[@TheOrangeEliseCup250]

Fantastic & amazing Lotus Emira. This vidéo is qo great, full of your driving experience. Your ordered à great spec even I am very fan of the Verdant Green too. Can' t wait to see the delivery.👍❤️❤️🇫🇷

[@markpemberton1949]

I am so pleased to see the deserved success of a couple of local lads. You offer superlative content in a crowded arena, well done!

[@truongtran-sl6rh]

ok

[@bichtran2539]

ok

[@s8aan]

Nice one lads, I got mine back in November (first ever Hethel collection car too!) and it's bloody awesome - so much engagement and a brilliant drive! Enjoy :) I also went for Sport chassis, it's totally fine and not too compromised over touring.

[@s8aan]

@Charming Chowder That's my M4 in the profile picture. The internet is amusing, it took you longer to decide I'm talking 'bull' and type that ,than clicking on my profile, to see videos of my Lotus Emira, confirming in fact it was the first Hethel collection one ever. But hey, easier to just 'call it bull'. Never judge a book by it's cover eh ;)

[@s8aan]

@Charming Chowder you actually think people pretend to own a car they don't? there's an official lotus press release on their official website with pics of me picking it up, but maybe that's fake too 😂😂

[@yeshwantdasari2075]

@Charming Chowder cope

[@chantikejayatilaka8637]

@Charming Chowder can you cope any harder? The guy has videos of both of his cars and drives and walks arounds, how mad are you?😭😭

[@chantikejayatilaka8637]

Brilliant car by the way! Love the colour you chose

[@ChickensandCats]

Heck yeah, masterpiece! Can’t wait for the follow up! Videos of this quality definitely are in my alert zone!

[@airdromeaccount7922]

The stunning Southern California setting transforms this video from simple car review into a pure love affair between driver, car, road. I am here for it.

[@ertugciftci]

What a car! Goosebumps at 9:27, the car, the road, the music and the moon lurking in the sky. Great job Throttle House!

[@wb9504]

My impression is suspension choice is best determined by local road conditions for the driver. If you have mostly smooth surfaces, sport is the way to go; if there's a good amount of road imperfections or potholes, need Touring. Harry's garage demonstrated it in his back to back review which was really cool. Personally, I love this car in Dark Verdant. So pretty in sunlight. Amazing review though. I may have to test drive one but I love Alfa 4C wayyy too much to trade it in and I can't rationalize or afford a 2nd 2 seater. There's something about the Alfa even 6 years post ownership it just puts me in a happy place.

[@constructionbootgazer]

Cool. How many kms? How’s the servicing been on it so far?

[@Chipchap-xu6pk]

Thank you for keeping that glorious supercharger whine all the way through the audio track. Gorgeous.

[@jean-jacquesdulegrand5180]

Thanks for this video I am also on the wait-list for an emira and this helped me decide a few options now I just need to decide the color, wheel, and window options 😅🙃 and once that's done I can select the interior

[@danmayberry1185]

Priced like a premium pick-up, yet an icon of childhood dreams. Harry Metcalfe adores his. You guys need this.

[@scottcrawford3745]

Poor Harry was dancing on the showroom floor like he had to pee when he was taking delivery. I felt so happy for him. He was literally like a kid waiting to open his Xmas/ Birthday presents! That Delivery presentation from the Lotus staffer was perfect. Kept the car cover on just long enough to drive Harry nuts.

[@mikeh.748]

Before I even get started on the video I just wanted to say you guys have a great channel and a unique sense of humor that works well. I enjoy your videos big time. Always a good time when I push play. Great job guys. I use your channel to inform me on cars that interest me. Valuable info. You entertain while you give information at the same time. Kinda reminds me of 3 guys on the BBC channel. 👍

[@ChickensandCats]

Wow, that view at the end of the opening with the mountain forest!

[@elitesennabubble]

0:56 i wish more car reviews started with this great sound and camera work

[@fifthbusiness1678]

Quite a glowing review! Lotus has been coming on strong the past few years - I really hope they can sustain this, because they are making some fantastic vehicles. So pleased to hear the two of you will be going on a road trip - that’s the natural evolution of this excellent show that I was hoping for. I’m sure it won’t disappoint. PS Congratulations on the purchase!

[@bokiNYC]

Agree 100%! 👍

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@bokiNYC Emira has the same weight to even R32GTR 1989 imo.

[@medler2110]

@@purwantiallan5089 Is that the dry weight, DIN Kerb weight or EU Kerb weight of the Emira.

[@lotusupra]

Lotus has been great for a while

[@06VistaBlueGT1]

​@@medler2110Lotus always lists their weight of cars ready to go, meaning all fluids in.

[@zatchsmp3262]

glad to see you guys reviewed this car. This is the car I would buy over any other modern sports car. green...green roof, tan interior, yellow calipers, V6, Manual with the spoked wheels. Amazing.

[@s8aan]

Do it.jpg These cars are immense, I can't shout about how good they are enough!

[@mndlessdrwer]

I appreciate that they went to KEF for their audio solution. It is a well-known and very competent British audio brand. If they tuned that car's audio setup anywhere near as well as they did the LS60 then it should sound spectacular. Given that the LS60 cost $7k, probably not, but a guy can hope.

[@warsteel1]

Fantastic car..beautiful lines,6 speed manual you can't beat that..great video

[@kevinmorin6389]

Super pumped to hear about the road-trip series…and really hope it’s in Canada! Emira looks amazing, but find it hard to imagine it would be dramatically better than your MX5 in Toronto.

[@audiofils69]

The only canyon is the DVP and amphibious cars do better usually

[@brianglassey1537]

I am SO happy this car drives as good as it looks! Well done Lotus. James - great choice. I personally would have picked different colours, but otherwise you just nailed the spec. Can't wait to hear how you feel about the sports suspension on our Ontario roads. Which tires did you go with?

[@aarneeskelinen5209]

Did you watch until the end haha

[@eugenux]

the diamond cut wheels are a bit meh, tbh..

[@brianglassey1537]

@@aarneeskelinen5209 Yes. Just rewatched the end and didn't see any mention of which tires they picked? Possible I am just inattentive

[@tsoupakis]

one of oyur best one guys.. True love been put on this one.. Really enjoyed it. Thank you.

[@danilzhmutskyy8579]

Guys your videos just give me pure joy. I watch it and smile like I am driving these cars !!!

[@brianpotstra5063]

Oh boy, I've wanted one since I first saw one in the press photos. Then, seeing one in person at the Toronto auto show just made me appreciate the size and proportions so much more. It's design perfection. Now I just need the markets to recover so I can think about a deposit again!

[@olli98wood48]

That was one of the best car reviews I've ever seen. I am biased though, as I work at Lotus. You'll love the car James! Can't wait to see some more Lotus content

[@iDxiReBoRn]

What a stunner this car is! Also love the format of this video so much man!! Good shit boys 👏🏽

[@aninspiredname]

When you try to set up the video as trying to decide whether you like the car or not but spoil it with opening shots of the car that are just dripping adoration for it. Your whole team does such great work!

[@botrichard2576]

"cargo space? No, car go road" fucking gold

[@flacjacket]

I hope you follow through, I would like to see a long term review of this car. Also you guys deserve to treat yourselves, you have brought us so much entertainment, insight, and so many genuine laughs, and while you get to drive everything getting to bond with a car and really have the time to learn it's ways intimately is a different thing. Great video as always!

[@darrenberryman2434]

I bought the Emira in Hethel Yellow with the Black Pack, as it goes with my Lotus 1964 Elan in Canery Yellow. I also picked the Gloss Black wheels. I went with the Supercharged v6. I took delivery of just 6 weeks ago.

[@gabrielcalouro3136]

Great video. The sounds, the production quality, makes me think Porsche gt3 and Rs5 video. Love it!

[@nielsenrivera457]

Not only is the Emira a visual delight but also a performance monster without the need of insane amounts of HP. I'd love to own one

[@darrinyo-mamakimble7002]

F-yeah!!!! Outstanding video, the way you set up the optioning with the drive was excellent. Even the creative shot with the little creek in the ditch, everything about this was just mint.

[@3011graydon]

Really truly happy for you...(two) being able to get a car like this. Keep up the good work!

[@SueSalk]

Hi. Thank you for this video! In it you captured the sheer joy of the man-machine connection made possible by a stick shift connected to something other than a Luxury Couch. My question: Is there a height minimum for the driver, for reach to pedals? I'm short. And is the clearance from the road any higher than in the 1970s Europa, which I am familiar, and would in no way clear the pothole craters in the Boston area. Thank you!

[@noboto4686]

So excited to see a road trip series from you guys!! Loving this content, it really is top notch.

[@topcover7390]

I would have gone with the green in a heartbeat. What a beautiful car.

[@mmd2035]

So excited for this chap. Couple years I'll be there with you bud ;) enjoy the drives !

[@roderickjames1259]

Waiting on the video, it's been over a year now, you guy are the best

[@davidsherrick898]

Lotus colors.. Glad to see a true "driver's car" I'd still want a Carlton.. Great video as always! These two are the best duo car reviewers ever! Been subscribed since the Very Beginning! And still enjoy their content!

[@codezalo5773]

the 400 was pretty much my goal but since UK gets the 430gt and US doesn't, kinda feels like I've settled. thankfully the Emira stays at the same price range about these times around so getting an updated interior and exterior should be worth going for. Thanks for the video guys!

[@puns01]

The engine noise and screen shots from 1:15 to 1:30 is gold

[@quadsis5569]

gush, such an interview! love you guys

[@2580robocop]

That "cargo space? no, car go road" just made me laugh at work so loud that everyone looked over at me lol. Loved that.

[@yupyup4209]

I can't wait for the road trip special!! Everyone has been asking for that and you guys are delivering! Thank you

[@ouchitsme]

Absolutely Awesome! The Lotus Emira & The Video - Well done Guys!!! 👍

[@frantzbazile1554]

You had me with Manual Transmission.... I want one.. Just seeing the gear shifting & engine in the back reacting to those shifting....

[@michaelfontenot9354]

Very happy to see the channel buy such a sick car! Wishing you guys the best with the purchase!