Lotus Evora GT | Last of Its Kind

We review the fully matured Lotus Evora GT, following in the footsteps of the Evora S, 400, Elise, and Exige. The car is at the peak of what they can do so we can discuss the good and bad of ownership and all of the technical details. Whether you are in the market for a Porsche, Supra, BMW M4, GT500, or track day cars like the Ariel Atom this may be worth your time.
Thanks to Mancuso Lotus Chicago
www.mancusomotorsports.com
Index:
00:00 - 1:17 Intro
1:17 - 3:49 Interior Impressions
3:49 - 7:46 Mechanical Impressions, Story and Suspension and Chassis
7:46 - 10:44 Engine, Transmission and Weight Balance
10:44 - 17:02 Driving Impressions, Explaining the Feel
17:02 Final Thoughts

[@jswizzlestick]

I see you and Jack synchronized your Patagonia outfits. I bet the barista was super impressed!

[@caglioso]

It’s for all the outdoor activities they do....in their shopping malls and suburban chain restaurants

[@MrSkarbek36]

🤣

[@astronmr20]

LOL

[@Ironkhight]

My dad has the same one😩😂

[@dxrinc]

ExrtaSOY

[@TheStraightPipes]

Farm road cliché corner 😍

[@charname-player]

No reply here? Really!?

[@TheRealMSmitty]

@@charname-player Don't forget, they are in a legal battle.. and this probably won't help..

[@charname-player]

@@TheRealMSmitty what legal Battle?

[@castronautmusic]

Thought about you guys when they said that

[@blueman5924]

cannot compare a cornfield to a bridge guard rail. #riskfactor.

[@mayamanign]

People are going to miss the analog cars and I can guarantee you in the future cars like this will skyrocket in value. Especially after the 2025 mandate that every person have the same bowl haircut and silver mylar jumpsuit.

[@FooFahFoeFum]

Why is it that 50% of the under 30 mens are bald and have a beard?

[@S1MN05]

@@FooFahFoeFum because I’m going bald... and I can grow a beard.

[@stepside2839]

@@FooFahFoeFum dihydrotestosterone and cholesterol 😆

[@johnnyboy1586]

Maybe I should buy one🤔

[@MrSkarbek36]

@@FooFahFoeFum soy

[@ConLLee]

“Let’s take this through farm road cliche corner” made me way happier than I expected 😂. such a wholesome “I get that reference” moment

[@HNRichard]

Haha yeahh, that StraightPipes reference

[@Southpaw-qc9gh]

I can’t stand those two douche bags

[@FlobbiJobbi]

@@Southpaw-qc9gh why??

[@jbmazhar2000]

@@Southpaw-qc9gh me neither they're so annoying

[@davemeese6788]

@@Southpaw-qc9gh Why? They seem like pretty chill dudes.

[@scanspeak00]

Just finished watching Mighty Car Mods Lotus Exige and then this appears on my feed. Great way to spend an evening.

[@robotman99lolface]

Haha dude I'm in the same boat. Hopefully the straight pipe boys will do a lotus review too!

[@ClinicalDecisionYikesYT]

@@robotman99lolface straight pipes are idiots.

[@rodwood693]

Can't wait to see there reaction on the first day he hits the track in that, Exige.

[@sjwright2]

For the Mighty Car Mods fans, there's an unexpected foot at 3:33

[@ClinicalDecisionYikesYT]

@@DarkHumorWritesItself simps the real pandemic of 2020

[@jershinator13]

I've been dreaming of and saving for an Evora 400/GT for about 4 years now. Fast tracked paying off my student loans and kept costs down to build up my savings. This summer when I finally get a house with a garage... fingers crossed.

[@carmadme]

Go for it now they're stopping production this year there's sure to be special editions reliesed

[@DezNutzBich]

Thank you for paying off your student loans and not letting the tax payers cover the tab lol

[@jpslayermayor9293]

Buy a 2017 with less than 20k miles for about 1/2 price of the new for exactly same car as 2020/21. There are plenty of them around if you live in CA or AZ, or are open to having it shipped on a transporter.

[@ttoommssmmiitthh]

Now just wait for the Emira to come out. The Emira starts at 80,000$. That is going to drive the prices of Evoras down! Its also alot nicer than an Evora lol.

[@EvoraGT430]

@@ttoommssmmiitthh It really isn't. It's more Porsche-like, which is not what Lotus stands for.

[@simonhughes7382]

My Evora S was a daily driver for 3 years in the UK, commuted 60 miles a day, several track days and loved every minute. Not a single break down VS Range rover, BMW and Audi which have all cost me a fortune to fix and keep on the road. I also sold it for what I paid with an extra 3 years/ 25k wish extra miles on it. Awesome things. It was also great for my son (6 months-3 years) in the rear seats. Trying to get in a 410 GT Sport at the moment in the UK but prices staying high.

[@joshuasterling2144]

Good luck sir, the newer version sound the bees knees. I love the clean uninterrupted sound of the motor and am a card carrying hater of the burble pop bang exhausts everyone has in the last 8 or so years. I personally blame the Jaguar F-type for starting that trend, it was exciting then until everybody was doing it and now its obnoxious and obscures the notes of the exhaust at every part of the rev range. I have always rooted for Lotus and I hope that they get to continue making cars well into the future.

[@ErectileSceptile]

Lotus cars (except the 06 Elise) are pretty rock solid. All Toyota parts, easy to find. That said, particularly in regards to the Elise, the clamshell is an absolute bitch to order and replace if someone cracks or damages your bumper. One bumper hit and you have to take off the whole entire body paneling of the entire car since it's all one piece

[@wass006]

Brilliant cars

[@devinstepp4205]

I'm 19 and have been looking at an evora so freaking long. This was good insight. I am ni longer worried about the family thing.. if I Get a 2+2, then I can kart the kids around

[@Alan-75]

Prices are high on everything here.. £1.40 for a litre of fuel, so let's hope it's not that thirsty.

[@williamwallace5201]

Nah guy, this is a primary car. I usually ride my bicycle everywhere. Anyone who says that the Evora is harsh needs to harden up

[@sidefx996]

Exactly. I daily drove a 30 year old and not previously loved '72 Corvette for 10 years as my only car. Plenty of people daily motorcycles. Who the hell wouldn't want to drive this every day??

[@williamwallace5201]

@@sidefx996 exactly. If I didn't ride bicycles, my SV650 could get me wherever just fine

[@alrod9535]

I think it's not so much that it can't be a daily. It can definitely be a daily reliable car. I think it's moreso the possibility of the body getting wrecked. It's basically one complete shell. It will be hard to source replacement parts and not as many dealers anymore.

[@k20elise]

🎯

[@asquithea]

I daily-drive a Lotus Elise. I find it hard to believe you couldn't daily-drive this: it's clearly much more refined.

[@anmolsaxena_]

Okay This is it Imma slap on a supercharger on my dad's Camry with a full exhaust and pod filter for the full *S U C C* effect

[@Carlos_Jzx]

Ever since the 2GR has come out they have been able too do this but like always Toyota is slacking.

[@basithph8958]

Funny Toyota did that for their Camry for Australia and New Zealand which is known as the Aurion It was the TRD special edition model

[@Bob-kn5gw]

@@basithph8958 🤬🤯 mbn

[@MrCarGuy]

@@Carlos_Jzx Slacking? They're just extremely protective of the brand.

[@Carlos_Jzx]

@@MrCarGuy It doesn't matter if they are. Look at what they did with the GT86 and the new Sup that's slacking.

[@RealAvus]

I always say Lotus Evora is the spiritual successor of the first gen NSX - Light weight, mid-engine, RWD, good manual (with a no one care auto option), minimal.

[@DoctorJezz]

I've been driving an Elise S1 for 20 years now. Never, ever ceased to make me smile ... never, ever, didn't start. Always made people happy and I appeared to join a club by proxy and made new friends. Has been reliable. That's all I can tell you from my experience. 👌

[@deevnn]

I've been a real fan of Lotus since the day I went to a Road & Track event at Laguna Seca. There was a Ford GT, Ferrari F430, Porsche GT, Lamborghini Gallardo, Dodge Viper, Corvette ZO6, Porsche Turbo S and Lotus Elise. It was a terrific opportunity to drive this sports cars on a historic track. My favorite in this order was the Ferrari F430, the Lotus and the Z06. The Lotus was the lightest best go cart handling vehicle there. It was being used by the driving school at Laguna Seca because they handled so well and had the Toyota drive train which was bullet proof. Know a guy with the Evora 410...fantastic sports car.

[@seanpetersen5553]

How can you not mention the Ford GT??

[@danbenson5147]

@@seanpetersen5553 the GT is fun to drive for maybe 3 gears, then you realize the thing is not meant to be enjoyed. Its meant to be raced one time then sold 40 years later for profit lol.

[@jayman81424]

There is something about the way performance V6s sound. They get this raspy (in a good way) wookie thing going on and i love it.

[@timothywilson3785]

If you have heard the modern 6 cylinder Formula 1 car you are exactly correct. They sound like a bunch of bees swarming.

[@Maelstrom8]

@Jason Ortiz Agreed. It's very different in the best way.

[@yienmaster04]

There's a reason the VW Golf R32 club calls their event "Wookies in the Woods". VR6.

[@jayman81424]

@@timothywilson3785 And they sound even better in person!

[@mrjohnnyk]

Sure beats a 4 banger

[@toddbecker2952]

I did my part...got mine a couple months ago to replace my Elise. It’s simply amazing.

[@compubuyamericausa7312]

Isn't the exhaust subdued??

[@paulstabin6233]

i have test driven an Elise. Is the Evora as much fun to drive? Or is it less visceral?

[@fzr1000981]

Emira will be soo much better overall

[@toddbecker2952]

@@fzr1000981 all depends on what you consider “better”. Emira does nothing for me….would have gone Porsche if I wanted all the unneeded extras. Bigger, heavier, full of tech, isn’t better to Lotus people.

[@fzr1000981]

@@toddbecker2952 what 100 lbs heavier? You just want to clutch your car and dismiss anything newer, usual

[@ljruffe]

I bought a 2021 Evora GT two weeks ago, had 1,060 miles on it, black with sick gold rims. I was looking to buy an old 1990s Esprit Turbo, always loved them, rare, unique. I stumbled across the Evora, had never even heard of it or seen one and I live in Miami, COOLEST car I had ever seen, the styling, then read over performance, and price at $100k, I bought the car 2 days later without ever seeing it, driving it, was at dealer about an hour away, delivered it to me. In last 20 years I have had boxster, 911, C5 vette, and 2006 Aston Martin Vantage first year it came out. Nothing compares to the Evora, got on empty expressway, floored it up entrance ramp, seconds later 110 I looked down was doing 110, thought I was going about 80!!! Doing 100mph in this car feels as smooth, stable, under control as if you were going 50, handling simply unbelievable. I never put my windows up, because The sound of that engine and exhaust even at 30 mph is greatest sound I have ever heard. I feel bad for every guy with a Porsche or even Ferraris, because they probably never even knew about an Evora, and spent 2-3x as much for their “sports” cars that everyone has in Miami, that my $100k Evora equals or exceeds, and has styling that just screams bring it on in your automatic Ferrari.

[@EvoraGT430]

Welcome to the cult of happiness 🙂

[@JesusEsDios007]

TO ALL ENTHUSIASTS: Please buy the car if you have the money.

[@liamflan9553]

lmao before you say something like that, buy it yourself, link your ig account and prove its you and you bought it with the title. otherwises stop and let people do what they want with their money and still enjoy being an enthusiast

[@Jdicjsbciendufieb]

@@liamflan9553 shut up.

[@Baddman3000]

The front looks ugly man and I wish it was like longer and wider

[@bfgmovies]

I had the money and I bought it lmao

[@TheHesK9]

@@Baddman3000 that would make the car worse though

[@ingaz6565]

Been saying it for years. Lotus Evora is criminally underrated. A friend of mine was in the market for a used Lambo a while back. I almost begged him to consider a new Evora instead of a used Lambo. He didn’t listen. Now if only Lotus would bring the Exige back to the USA market!

[@marcusmcneal7453]

It’s my dream car and I plan on getting a used one for a weekend car. Their prices are dropping to around $35k for earlier models and that is one hell of a deal.

[@ArtVandelayOfficial]

They're British made junk

[@EvoraGT430]

@@ArtVandelayOfficial Yawn.

[@TRDjuli]

@@ArtVandelayOfficial with a Toyota heart

[@andreaswiesendanger]

I have 35k miles on my '17 Evora 400 - I absolutely use the car as a daily and it works perfectly for that. It's such a divine driving machine, absolutely for the drivers...

[@mickwrinkles2318]

Come to think of it: This should have been the template for the new Honda NSX.

[@BigfootUnibrowMan]

Yes, mid engine V6 with forced induction, and much simpler and cheaper than the current NSX lol.

[@BigfootUnibrowMan]

The C8 Corvette also does what the new NSX should have done.

[@DragonKnightX12]

Toyota should of just bought them since they use their motors. This could easily been made to be the MK5 Supra.

[@deathcab4booty]

this is what somebody should buy if they love the old NSX but want that experience in a newer package

[@Aron-ru5zk]

Necrotic Reaper mr2

[@GRSEMETROMALL]

You don't buy a lotus for the interior. You buy a lotus for the technical details.

[@ExpWars]

Fax no print

[@samsonian]

@Darien Long GRSE! I thought it was all about the added lightness and extra-lightened suspension components. Oh, wait...that was the F1 cars. Sure you’ll be fine. ✌️😎👍 Sure as hell better not buy it for that rear seat! 😳

[@aiGeis]

You don't buy it for the interior or the technical details, what is this an f80 m3? You buy it for the enthusiast driving experience, pure and simple.

[@GRSEMETROMALL]

@@aiGeis what do the technical details focus on? Oh, driving.

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Um did we mean driving details? (:

[@Bargawd]

You KNOW the boys mean business when they both sport their Patagonia. This is peacocking 101, take notes peasants.

[@caglioso]

Patagucci

[@raymonds7492]

@@caglioso Patacoochie

[@dr.lyleevans6915]

@@raymonds7492 “Well I went down yonder to the Patacoochi”

[@raymonds7492]

@@dr.lyleevans6915 oh that there is MAGA country

[@zephead843]

Peacocking 101... does my community college offer this course?

[@DanLMH]

My uncle had one of the early Evoras, and I believe either 1 of 1 or 1 of 2 matte black painted from factory. Had every problem that an Evora could, but he still loved it xD

[@EvoraGT430]

TBF the really early ones were not the best.

[@bottlely]

Man, I am enamoured by this car. I really hope that with Geely's funding, Lotus's next cars will maintain the Evora's unique spirit.

[@timothywilson3785]

Until they start selling them for $59,999 in China.

[@LawrenceTimme]

Nope they are working on a completely unobtainable $$$$$$$$$ electric hypercar pos

[@FXIIBeaver]

Yes. Let's just put our hopes into a Chinese company.

[@bottlely]

@@FXIIBeaver Considering how it’s been years since the Chinese bought Lotus, it is what it is. But at least it isn’t like SAIC’s ownership of MG. Geely funded Volvo and allowed them to do whatever they wanted, allowing for Volvo’s resurgence, so wouldn’t you hope for them to do the same thing with Lotus?

[@bottlely]

@@LawrenceTimme They’re also working on a gasoline-only sports car to be slotted between the Exige and Evora, known as the ‘Type 131’. With components provided by Volvo & Geely.

[@mixdown78]

EVERY CarKZbinr who reviews the Evora is surprised and adores this phenomenal car. You can't understand the world is not buying this car, some Car Heads are really washed and dumb. Hope the best for this

[@moimoi4725]

They think Lotus cars are over priced because of the HP. They don't get that the car is super light and the HP is more than enough for the price. If Lotus cars were 500+ HP they would start at 150k

[@samyb2834]

I never clicked so fast.

[@princesekhon7639]

Oh I love this car! I once saw it around Montreal and couldn't stop gazing at this masterpiece. Thanks for getting your hands on it!

[@Amir.z32]

Same here! I actually drove one in Montreal and it blew me away even in base form (not supercharged)

[@raymonds7492]

they should completely redesign the front but the rear 3 quarter view looks really good.

[@PROJECTIRONWOLF1]

Slap a toyota badge and call it an mr2 and toyotas solution to bringing back the mr2 is solved

[@tinhinnh]

yes GR MR2

[@marktolsma8816]

IDK why I never thought of that haha. I like the way you think.

[@dialect749]

I think they’d need to cheap out on some things though. 92k would be pretty steep for an mr2

[@edmaluf]

Lol! And drop the price by 30k. 😂

[@PROJECTIRONWOLF1]

@@dialect749 take out the supercharger

[@jaldeborgh]

Love my Evora 400, bought new in 2017, minimal issues and just magic to drive. Night and day different feel than my Porsche Boxster S, so much more connected yet the ride quality isn’t any more harsh than the Porsche. Finely, the Evora is just gorgeous, from almost any angle. Every car enthusiast needs to own a Lotus at least once in their lives.

[@josephwickline1146]

The POV shots + accompanying audio are just PERFECT. Way to do this car justice.

[@chriswaggett163]

I have an Evora 400. Absolutely brilliant drivers car. Totally analog. Nothing drives like it. The comments on Porsche are spot on too. Evora GT is the ultimate Evora, just more track than road if that’s your thing. The 400 is road & track. Drive one, you definitely won’t look back!

[@moimoi4725]

100% correct. I have 2017 Evora 400 manual. Sweet thing. I like it better than my new C8.

[@jerryavis4641]

I have a 2017 yellow 400 6sp used for short fun drives only. The outrageous sound and manual makes it fun even in normal traffic. But, you will find any road to hear the engine scream at redline while feeling like a supercar. Even for a few minutes. The thrill lasts until your next drive. You should have a second car for normal driving. Or a bicycle after your license is suspended. It gets a lot of attention, which is good and bad. Servicing costs will scare you, but it’s reliable and well built. One drive will hook you.

[@shawnb50]

This car is extremely nice... I love the minimalist design while still having a high quality looking interior. All I want is ac and a decent sounding audio system. I have a smartphone, I don’t need all this shit on my cars touchscreen!

[@veryrare7647]

exactly!!

[@omarlucman5768]

One word to explain the greatness of their cars "LOTUS" They could've just made SUVs and made money but their principles wont let them, and you got to respect that. Thinking about them just makes me sad, I'm never gonna be able to drive one of their cars in my lifetime and they are a dying breed

[@m1l3s27]

Saving up for a used exige/elise isn't too crazy, one can be had for new camry money. And they hold value so you won't end up fucked equity wise. Never say never man. Also geely buying them might allow for an actual future for the brand.

[@advantist]

I believe this car is probably one of the only real driver based sports cars on the market, its simple, its fast and its fun. Chances are, you'll see these things in 30 years, running like new. Good luck trying to find a brand new M4 in 30 years.

[@paulj9821]

Alfa Romeo says Hi.

[@Alan-75]

You'll only find Alfa's in the junk yard

[@nearlyretired7005]

No parts in 30 years ....or fuel!

[@paisis123]

Hey, wanted to announce that I picked up a 2020 Evora GT. Thanks for the support and informative video! I drove 2K miles within 3 weeks of owning it.

[@quaidmciver172]

My really good friend owned a naturally aspirated Evora drove the shit out of it. Thing was definitely confidence inspiring.

[@johnbacon4997]

It's sad because the porsche 911 is the cliche sports car for the around 100k mark. The 911 is such a spectacular car that so many buyers overlook the Lotus

[@EvoraGT430]

@@johnbacon4997 Even more ironic is how much LESS reliable Porsches (engines in particular) are.

[@rootsmanuva82]

Some people complain that the Evora has a Toyota V6 (2GR-FE). Lotus could've done a lot worse. They could've opted for GM's "High Feature V6", like the god awful 2.8T from the Saab Turbo X (276 hp). That engine is about as smooth as 24 grit sandpaper, laggy and heavy. Or a turbocharged 4 cylinder from literally any manufacturer. The 2GR-FE is at least smooth, refined and very reliable. It sounds pretty good too.

[@vinny.senpai]

11:43 you can see the throttle body actuate through the rear window. Neat!

[@JohnPaulWaltonRetronyms]

Good eye

[@porsche0007]

Yeah, that is a really cool detail. Good catch!

[@RyanRiopel]

Good spotting but it's not the throttle body, it's actually the supercharger bypass valve.

[@vinny.senpai]

Thanks for the correction mate!

[@MarkDixonUK]

Great review by someone who understands what the Evora can do. I'm on my second Evora, a GT410 Sport, both of which have been far more reliable than BMWs, Mercedes and Range Rovers that I have owned - once you drive an Evora, it feels like a drink of mountain spring water in a Coca-Cola world - everything else seems plastic in comparison. But if you want a car that your friends recognise as a status symbol, and don't care that much about the steering, get a 911. Sorry, my Evora GT410 Sport isn't for sale, I'm keeping it as it's like will disappear soon..

[@kalmmonke5037]

whats the best souding v6 if not this one? argueably is better than even lc500 v8 bc its more high pitch and exciting but also smooth and more interesting than a average inline 4 especiialy with a exhuast mod to make it less raspy soudnng tin can soudning and more sharp.

[@geethsan1567]

What if I buy an MR2 and put in a salvaged Camry V6 with a supercharger? Boom, homemade Lotus.

[@Pube83]

That's already a thing. As is k-swapping them.

[@Pube83]

@Sunamer Z Captain obvious...of course a 30+ year old affordable when new mr2 chassis isn't going to match a fairly modern premium, low volume exotic sports car chassis. But $5-10k diy all in for a Honda K or 3.5 GR swapped Mr2 = a pretty fun toy.

[@veryrare7647]

boom: wrapped around a pole

[@Ficon]

How are you not at 1M subs. One of the best car channels on KZbin.

[@Ficon]

@Nissan370Z Glass I think Alex suffers from doing a lot of mainstream cars. You get a non-enthusiast audience that’s just researching the Prius TRD Pro and doesn’t sub or come back.

[@MatthewGaither]

My want for the Evora has been strong ever since they came out but my financial responsibilities have always kept me from taking the plunge. Maybe one day it could happen. I do appreciate your review and for elucidating why these cars are so special.

[@eclypse1259]

I owned a ‘92 NSX, white with black top and had to sell it once the kids started to arrive. Nothing compared to it, as it was my everyday driver, but now that the kids are gone, I’m beginning to get the itch again, and it’d have to be this car.

[@aarontaylor8603]

You guys do the best reviews. Thank you so much for your dedication.

[@Sinisterg60]

Its about damn time! This is what I'm saving for. This is the weekend car for everything. Fast blast through the mountains, hpde events, track days.

[@FloatingWeeds2]

Dude your videos are the total package. Great dealer relationships, incredible thoroughness, dry humor, and a unique and high quality production value. Loving every video man. Congrats on your success

[@7sins979]

good to see someone is still putting cars like this out there.

[@CYBRCDZEN]

Your channel is one of my favorites. The way you guys review things I appreciate thank you

[@CobraCommanderX]

Mark, you are by far, THE BEST cartuber (if thats a word).

[@ChrisWalksFast]

It’s a real shame he doesn’t have the numbers yet to back that up. But most people are dumb and prefer much lighter/flightier content.

[@ChrisWalksFast]

I honestly wasn’t hooked on his videos until I turned 25/26.

[@blmb047]

@@ChrisWalksFast I’m 22 and I use his videos and his videos only to buy cars. Corolla hatchback, and now a RX350.

[@matthaw777]

They can't even bother to pronounce company names properly (Aisin, Caterham, etc.). Typically American.

[@winjaywin]

I own a 6cyl Boxster S but man, this engine note speaks to me.

[@rahulmandala4930]

I just want to say that the Flat 6 in your Boxster S is also pretty sonorous too...

[@thedudeabides1443]

I also own a 981 Boxster S with PSE and the sound is FANTASTIC. Even without PSE on the flat 6 sounds really good.

[@singlesprocket]

Thank you for making this video and glad you’ve made the point about Lotus steering feel, Porsche comparisons etc.

[@michaelpuderramirez2331]

Without a doubt the BEST car review channel I have ever experienced. Subscribed for life. Thank you, gentlemen!

[@Black2005Lotus]

Excellent! I had a Lotus Elise for 8 years and loved it. Kicking myself for ever selling it. I'm glad the Evora has finally reached its potential - great review!

[@eggbirdtherooster]

Another brilliant piece of automotive reviewing this! Top notch guys.. Again! 👌🏼

[@762x69]

Man and machine connection personified. Thanks Guys. It would make my life to have one of these

[@PRRrailfan]

What an awesome machine! Lotus is one of the last manufacturers to really understand how to build a real driver's car.

[@ktakashismith]

Damn, you can tell instantly from that driving footage that this car drives incredibly well. The sound, the connection, the composure over bumps and dips...it's really special that this is a car you can buy new in this day and age. Kudos to you guys for so effectively conveying the sounds and sensations of this machine.

[@Lambosown]

Man you guys have to be the most clear, concise and educational car reviewers ever.

[@paulgaida2601]

This review makes me want one all the more! Since I was a boy and saw Lotus cars at my local dealership, I appreciate the race heritage and the focus on lightness.

[@xray111xxx]

I love your production quality and values. So professional. I am learning quite a bit watching your channel in video production. Your reviews are informative and fun to watch. Please keep up the great work!

[@wass006]

What an epic car and a brilliant review. I've always heard about the lotus steering

[@Resident_Elmo]

Lol, I see some parts from my 2017 Fiesta ST in that cabin... The turn signal stalk and the A/C vents.

[@TheG60528XiJinPing]

No. Your fiesta st has some parts from a lotus in it 🤣

[@BlatentlyFakeName]

They are genetic general motors parts

[@TheG60528XiJinPing]

@@BlatentlyFakeName bionic Chrysler parts

[@xissburg]

I cant see the problem with that.

[@EvoraGT430]

But the important bits are in the Lotus and not the eurobox.

[@billmartien5039]

By far best review I have seen

[@driver46]

I just had blast chasing one on the track 2 weeks ago . I will post that in few weeks. Always loved Lotus cars , great video .

[@dreadog6425]

You are absolutely correct about everything you said in your closing thoughts. My brother has one and it is a religious experience. I have never driven anything like it and i own a Porsche .

[@EvoraGT430]

That is a great description.

[@basithph8958]

I really love how Lotus makes an amazing modern sports car while keeping it to the basics and simplicity with the driving experience And this has Toyota's reliability which is even better

[@ryadhasanahmed5443]

Bare in mind this is only engine reliability, we don't know how the other British-engineered parts throughout the car will hold up🤔

[@EvoraGT430]

@@ryadhasanahmed5443 The electronics can be a bit flakey, but the fundamentals are great.

[@Alan-75]

@@ryadhasanahmed5443 It's British, it'll hold up fine.. it's not French stuff.😃

[@MrKushinator420]

I love your guys' visual and audio techniques. Makes the videos very pleasant to watch

[@fulano787]

Wow thank you so much for this. No body does up the skirt reviews like this. First time watching your videos and wow, the driver is pretty smart and has an in-depth knowledge of how the true enthusiasts world works.

[@sumsaudi]

I believe the Lotus Evora is one of the best looking cars ever made

[@johnmeyers9072]

Great review of the Lotus Evora GT. As a current Lotus Evora GT owner I have to commend you on getting across the absolute passion and driving experience of this car through a video format. This car is in a class by itself. The feeling and feedback you get from driving this car is second to none! Most importantly is that it's accomplished without getting that "Ferrari Anxiety" feeling of when is something going to break and how much will it cost.

[@jamiea8318]

Such a good review that completely understands the intent and value of this car. Also, a big +1 on Mancuso, who sold me my GT. I highly recommend them.

[@jackholmes8105]

Im glad you like your car, and i am happy to hear you went with Mancuso they have been great to work with.

[@Dave.S.TT600]

Great report. You really made an effort to get your viewpoint across to the audience. Very well done.

[@tweetdriver]

I suggest you guys get an Evora and drive it as your daily for a month or two. You may be surprised. It’s a perfectly good daily driver, it’s much more comfortable than my Boxster, it’s great on a road trip.

[@EvoraGT430]

Agreed. I think Mark is wrong to call it a one-trick pony; it does EVERYTHING right!

[@pokecollect32]

Came here after watching the emira and the enterior In The Evora Gt to me looks so much more nicer than the emira. Wish they could have done a similar design inside the emira as it's definitely lacking.

[@JC-wi6dy]

I have a Evora 400 and it is an absolutely incredible car. If you are a driver, you will love the experience. I smile from ear to ear every time I drive it from the moment I start it until I close the garage door, and typically for some time after. Lotus did a great job with the Evora. I hope they continue on this path. I have a feeling these cars will be quite valuable one day. They are so rare and so incredibly well done. Underrated for sure!

[@petegalindez9961]

Ahh...what a car! I drove the 400 when I was in the market for a sports car. I wound up going with a Boxster because I needed it for every day driving and I wanted a convertible. But, now that I’m passed that phase and am now looking for a special weekend fun car, this one is at the top of my list! You got my juices flowing!!!

[@JF-md7ud]

I love the Evora. I was gifted one of those exotic track days and among all my choices I (wisely in retrospect) selected the Evora. My thinking it was a small track and I would better benefit by the smaller and lighter car. I was on par with the normal track time my final lap, hitting over 140 on the main straight. Definitely caught the bug from that. Car was small, uncomfortable and an absolute joy to drive. As a total new guy I tuned the car out completely and it felt extremely natural to me. Looking back, this car very much made me appreciate the brand more than I ever did before. Gorgeous car.

[@MCoupeMike]

It sounds soooooooo good! I had no idea

[@marka.2484]

I love your channel. It is so exceptionally good. Great knowledge, great individual substantiated opinions, great footage. Thanks a lot!

[@ApexCreditor583]

Another great review, thanks guys

[@Furinax25]

Just picked up an Evora 400 last week. Thanks for your review. It is spot on with the driving feel. You can do all the research you want but once you get into the car and drive it you will know why people love these cars. That's what happened to me. I drove it for 400 miles straight after I bought it and didn't feel exhausted at all. It's the only car that matches or possibly exceeds the original NSX (my weekend car).

[@coreyshamilton]

I did the same exact thing about 3 months ago 10 hour drive back and loved it. I had a 2012 Evora S a few years ago but the 400 is a good upgrade.

[@WolfrCats]

0:47 good music as always, Evoras always looked pretty.

[@GMak81]

What a soundtrack! That alone makes this car special. Wow.

[@gson6867]

Not always agreed with you guys but on this occasion you are spot on. This is truly the best semi affordable car out there. They sound like nothing else.

[@FrancisLiu]

When Mark says to believe him and buy this, I will buy this over a Cayman in a heart beat!!

[@RANDsreviews]

Awesome review! There aren’t any full reviews on this car that are done professionally. Excellent job! This car seems so special, I may do a review on it as well. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@JohnHenryDale]

really solid review, guys. Thanks!

[@inSUBout]

Great video and true, accurate commentary

[@markfranke6897]

Lotus is a drivers car. I have an a Esprit Nothing else drives like a Lotus. Great review

[@cwx8]

3:10 surprised to near the negative sentiment here. I absolutely love the LED screens. They are low res, sure, but they don't look bad and are super legible. I think it's a nice character trait.

[@roebbiej]

Thanks for the good video, now this is my dream car!

[@PookDaWook]

Been waiting for you to do a 400 or GT! Thank you

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

Not only steering; Lotus sets up suspension and chassis tuning like no other brand out there

[@erinwiebe7026]

I had to pause at 3:04. The wiper, turn signal and mirror switch gear are all identical to my 2004 Ford Focus ZX5.

[@ClinicalDecisionYikesYT]

The question is does your Ford have Lotus parts, or does the Lotus have parts from your Ford? 🤔

[@carterdavis2793]

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. Plus, cheap parts if they do break.

[@DLNix]

Light Switch is GM parts bin. Works great. Dont care where it's from

[@bardock11]

The air vents are also the exact same as my 2010 Mondeo

[@ArtVandelayOfficial]

@@ClinicalDecisionYikesYT what's a Lotus part? 🤣 Some made in UK junk?

[@phansclan5785]

My dream car is a 400s . I love the 2GR FE engine so much in my modified NA camry. I also own sw20 and planning to 2grfe swap in the future. The sound of this v6 is so good

[@JDSFLA]

Lovely review. I have had this car on my mind for a couple of years now, but yet to take the plunge.

[@JohnSmith-ve8pd]

Amazing and stunning looking car. I really like the seat color combination and especially how they have placed the Lotus emblem on the headrest. There's a lot of people that think these cars are Ferrari's or high end exotics at first glance in person. I've driven past a few of these Evora's around the city with my passengers, who are pretty knowledgeable on cars, that think they have just seen a new Ferrari.

[@JohnSmith-ve8pd]

"Hey look over there, that Ferarri.." "Nah man, it's a Lotus" "Ah.. right!"

[@explorer909]

The Camry Engine is the main reason I would buy one. It's reliable, and the engine parts are cheap and easily able to be fixed or replaced. There won't be a shortage of mechanics who could fix a problem.

[@EvoraGT430]

Good call

[@EvoraGT430]

Soooooooooooooooooo happy to see this superb car reviewed by my favourite reviewer. Thanks, Geese! Love my Evora and you can drive this every day; I do about 12000 miles per year in mine. No it's not as convenient as a Porsche, but nor is it so dull and lifeless, as you rightly say. Small point: the designer was Russell Carr, not Richard.

[@_JTC3]

You both got great chemistry. Love your reviews!