360bhp Lotus Emira with AMG Power - Better than the V6 ? | 4K

Is the Lotus Emira with a 4 cylinder AMG engine better than the V6 ? I take the car around the historic Goodwood Motor Circuit to find out !
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[@g550driver13]

Surprised they made the Emira with less HP than it's predecessor. I owned a 2021 Evora GT and while it was fun in the beginning, i felt it could've used 500HP to give it both track and straight line performance. I sold the Evora GT and quite happy with it's replacement, a Huracan 610, albeit a different price point.

[@ricka006]

That 2 litre engine to me sounds like its got noise being pumped into the cabin via the speakers. Bet the V6 sounds amazing

[@Jay-xr3sb]

V6 is better, but it doesn't rev high enough, but then I'm in a 981 S with a flat 6

[@nickvlaanderen]

Hi Pete. Nice to see you enjoying the Emira. I think i prefer the sound of the V6 and the manual gearbox. But both are to expensive for me, so i don't have to think about. :) For now i enjoy my supercharged Elise S2 .:) Your track driving is getting better and better. Greetings from the Netherlands 😊

[@jamesalexander4203]

Lovely content Pete - thanks for sharing buddy

[@PetrolPed]

Glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@laurencemoore5737]

Deffo on my shortlist, even now seeing the drive you just did Ped.

[@EverythingElectricCar]

Nice one Pete! Stunning motor!

[@PetrolPed]

Many thanks!

[@ginggur17]

Evening my friend. I’d sooner have the 6 cylinder. Lotus has always been my fave car badge.

[@PetrolPed]

Mine too!

[@juanalcala]

Power seems just about right for this car. Lovely video!

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks a lot!

[@rd5140]

Have I4 on order....thanks for that very honest review...I believe once the dct software is updated and adding a bit more boost, she will be a proper weapon at 100k US.

[@Shadowboost]

My cousin has a A45 AMG. that engine is the real deal

[@Jay-xr3sb]

And drive a lotus without a warranty?

[@josemanueljimenez4569]

Great video thanks! What was this particular car chasis, sport or touring? Did you have the chance to drive both? Preference? Thanks!

[@stevecompton7197]

Great footage very enjoyable

[@PetrolPed]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jonfrench7133]

nothing like a Ped video to brighten up the day. would love this to tempt me out of a cayman but need more confidence in the quality and reliability. no questioning the looks and handling

[@mareewalker1096]

An amg engine or merc are bullet proof! Id get a out of your Cayman and into one for these! Looks handling and perfect power! This or v6 Toyota engine again bullet proof Toyota engine you cant loose mate! Go for it!! God bless 🙏❤👍

[@christianr772]

True. Many nightmare stories from owners and the i4 won’t be released now after the freeze until June 2025. That makes it officially a 4 year wait.

[@Gavlasmurf1]

Enjoyed this video Ped. A quick question, would it be possible on the next track test video you do, you could put a speedo and time display up?

[@PetrolPed]

Would have loved to but cameras must be hard tethered at Goodwood meaning that is very difficult 😢

[@mrmawson2438]

Great driving mate

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks 👍

[@curveofsound]

The absence of the 6mt kills it for me

[@zparkergeco]

You can't beat the sweet sounding V6! That AMG lump sounds so shirt😂

[@dangreasley7934]

Having fun there fella. At least it wasn't raining and fairly dry... when it is going to stop raining in this country... Looks like a cracking car the Emira...

[@PetrolPed]

Bored of the rain now 😢

[@bispal]

I really enjoyed that, would love one next, will see if B&C can loan me one 🙏🏻

[@minimafia7616]

Absolutely love it nice car great noise definitely right car for track fun 🏁🏁🏁

[@PetrolPed]

Couldn't agree more!

[@shakesnbake]

Brilliant - I was the most excited about this version. I was going to say that it sounds good too, but then the Technica shot past haha

[@PetrolPed]

😂😂😂

[@johnbrown3951]

What a really nice car and I think if I was in the market for one it would be the auto as then I could concentrate on the throttle and steering even though I do love a manual in a sportier car. Great film as usual Mr P.

[@johnbrown3951]

The life of a KZbin content maker they never sleep.

[@alasdairwilson4806]

Nice car and very nicely driven.

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@WayApp]

That's perfection

[@mrmawson2438]

Cheers guys

[@rayclarke5367]

Lovely smooth driving. Good work..! - It's quite a bit more expensive than the Cayman S, how does it compare? Hopefully, you'll get the chance to review it on the road.

[@PetrolPed]

Coming soon 😜👍

[@johns14a]

Enjoyed that, good car. If I was in the market for one though it would have to be the V6 manual.

[@PetrolPed]

Fair enough!

[@mrgrumpy771]

Love that car, great fun on real roads. Wonderful.

[@PetrolPed]

Such be 👍

[@dickiemcvitie1752]

To me, an AMG engine should be a deep bass and throaty V8, however, this 4 cylinder lump suits this Lotus to a tee!! That looked like a brilliant car and huuuuuuuge fun to drive.

[@markd3250]

It really has quite a different sound than the V6 doesn't it, yet it looks just the same out on the track. It looks so stable and composed out there. Doesn't look like it wants to kill you either. What a fun little car!

[@PetrolPed]

Indeed 👍

[@johnmull59]

I thought I'd ask a question before Joe asksed it. Is the cabin bigger in the 4 cylinder? Great video. I think the Emira is one of the best looking cars around.... aesthetics are spot on.

[@PetrolPed]

😂😂😂

[@francoisg3500]

Good Morning all from Bhutan! 🇧🇹Hope everyone is doing well and have a great week ahead.

[@mikejf4377]

Good day to you! From Florida.

[@DaleSteel]

BOT

[@PetrolPed]

Hello there!

[@vindevhunta4905]

Beautiful car The Toyota powered version for me ....manual

[@Madonsteamrailways]

Have a nice drive in the petrol version of the Eletra!!

[@guylambrechts2303]

Nice. I would have difficulties to choose between the 4 and 6. AMG is maybe more sensible, if Emira can be called sensible. Would love to see your take on the BYD Seal that's parked behind you at the start.

[@PetrolPed]

Good point!

[@christianpratt]

That does seem like a well-judged engine & gearbox combination… By the by, what camera did you use (are you using) for the opening piece to camera? It is pin sharp and has a lovely soft depth of field at that exposure. 👌

[@PetrolPed]

That was filmed on a DJI Pocket 3. Brilliant bit of kit 👍

[@christianpratt]

@@PetrolPed Excellent - thank you.

[@RRRVanquish1998]

V6 automatic Dark Verdant is how I like the Emira

[@markgt894]

V6 yes but with manual

[@philipparkes5682]

Hi Ped Good looking car with handling to match and even with 4 cylinder maybe a good choice for road use. However would you choose this against a Cayman which would appear to be its nearest competitor?

[@PetrolPed]

Long termer coming soon 😜👍

[@ginggur17]

Sounds nice, but the 6 pot purrs better, only my opinion of course 👍👍

[@global_nomad.]

sounds like anyone looking for an Emira needs to drive both versions before choosing if they really are that different - much more than just manual V6 vs Auto 4....would be great to see a back to back road test here

[@mikeheinrich4934]

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[@mimo5383]

The gear shifts look about as fast as the V6. I hear the auto in the V6 is a Lexus sourced unit so I think the supercharger whine and overall sound lean me towards the V6 A/T instead. Really appreciate this video to help put the two into perspective.

[@Kim_in_China]

I will suggest the MT v6. That at gearbox will not help

[@Birmingham_racing]

I do love a 4 cylinder turbo but v6 suits this car in my opinion

[@waynepurcell6058]

Here is my comment. I'd love a four banger Emira. Still, I'd want that four banger to be Toyota sourced too. A Toyota sourced four banger Emira could sell at around $45-50K, just making it a couple of steps past the Miata, and when it delivered "the handling goods" (as Lotus does) it would sell. It would sell WELL. Mazda didn't make a mint selling an Elan inspired vehicle by appealing to "the crust of the pie". They made a mint by selling an Elan inspired vehicle to the "meat" of the pie. Pie crust is very thin. Lotus just needs to decide to take over the lightweight roadster market, buy/build another facility or two and proclaim the roadster market "theirs". The only "real" competitor for that market at this time is Mazda with the Miata. Lotus just needs to learn to climb a challenging mountain that can be hard earned but obtained, not K2 or Baintha Brakk.

[@michaelbrown9363]

This is the one I want

[@s10lucky]

The gearing sounded off to me. Seems to really drop a lot of revs when changing and have to build back up again, like its long geared, whereas my PDK is quick to get back to the red line. Maybe its just the way it sounds on video, or not?. Think id still go V6 Manual.

[@rodbrown8306]

Sounds like there's two up in the car. The two litre AMG probably has a ton of options available for it as well. Maybe lighter too, I would struggle with that reverse park myself, no pressure lol!

[@9kilsyth]

I did enjoy it. Will be doing the same with my car on the weekend. My Emira in China has 400hp and 480hp and it is faster than the V6 and handles better. I suppose 8 gears, more power, lighter it should be faster.

[@PetrolPed]

Have fun!

[@graemecollie9233]

Just waiting for the special edn. V8 powered one, then it would be worth buying. That I4 sounds like a vacuum cleaner, regardless of whether it's in a Lotus or Merc. And the V6 struggles because it's manual only. The chassis can easily handle 400bhp+

[@adriandixson-smith3777]

you can get the V6 in auto. I have the manual and its a little cluncky but makes you very precise with the gear changes and sounds amazing. Its a great car in any variant. Great video and well done Lotus

[@ZoneTelevision]

Sounds nice for a 4.

[@johnh3095]

No sports mode? Would that have sharpened up the lazy sounding gear changes both up and down the box?

[@PetrolPed]

There is a software update due to help with that 👍

[@Kim_in_China]

I have the Emira 2.0 with 405hp in china. It would be faster than the v6 version. But the v6 sounds much more great. The only annoying thing the gearbox software, a little bit laggy. We do hope the engineer from lotus could have an updated gearbox software soon!!

[@PetrolPed]

Yes that’s an issue. Due to running 2 ECUs (1 for the gearbox and 1 for the car) and the delay is due to a lag in them communicating apparently 😢

[@Kim_in_China]

@@PetrolPedYes!!!!!!! So professional, that’s the key!

[@67daltonknox]

let's see after a few thousand miles... an AMG turbo 4 with DCT vs a Toyota V6 with manual, guess which one will be in the repair shop?

[@stewynew]

Nice video, but can I ask what helmet you are wearing please?

[@PetrolPed]

It’s a carbon Stilo with custom airbrush design by Piers Dowel 👍

[@theclutch19]

Watching you flick the paddles and then hearing it shift sounds like an eternity in between. Doesn't sound like the AMG DCT that I know. Did they have a different transmission tune on it? I.e. - a slower setting?

[@PetrolPed]

They have 2 ECUs. That is causing a lag apparently but there is a fix coming soon 👍

[@GrooveTasticThang]

Think it’s a tax buster spec for different regions. Would love to see it out in the road as think a big turbo 2L 4 pot will need 3500rpm to get its lungs full. V6 will be more lusty in real world give and take situations, with a manual to keep you engaged. IMHO. Even £65k looks a deal compared to the higher powered A110.

[@alistairbell6728]

Love it just Love it...!!! :)

[@PetrolPed]

Thank you!!

[@ryshask]

Can't wait to buy one of these used in 3-5 years and do do a tune.

[@PetrolPed]

Oh yes 👍

[@kevinwallace9921]

Brilliant design and engine combo. Is it still a little steep price wise? If they could get these out the door for £50K surely they would fly

[@andyhunt457]

2nd hand these be a bargain

[@cephasmakuzva]

Everyone is giving the Emira big love. Shmee150 went out and bought one and he swears by it. This has the new 4 cyclinder AMG engine. Thing is sound but AMG sound is good sound so this should be a fun package. Love to see your take on it.

[@klasseact6663]

Wow...no way, Schmug bought one 🙄🙄🙄

[@cephasmakuzva]

@@klasseact6663 i like shmee150 vids. He has a fleet of £10 million quids worth of cars and he puts miles on like his amg gt black series.

[@klasseact6663]

@cephasmakuzva glad you enjoy him, too smug for me, doesn't seem genuine...IMHO

[@markgt894]

😂😂 a 4 cylinder car never sounds good! A45 AMG car sounds terrible

[@klasseact6663]

@markgt894 ahhhh, finally I can chime in here❗️ Have you ever heard our cars inperson? Better yet, one with a mid-pipe or cat-back? Once you hear one of these, come back and chime in, thanks👈

[@DLNix]

Lotus won't let anyone test Chinese 400hp I4 Emira vs 400hp V6. Love to see comparison on track. Im ordering I4 in a couple years but keeping Evora 400. Rear is lighter and center of gravity is lower making it a better track weapon over V6

[@xtalofficial06]

IMO, if you're after a 4 cylinder sports car in this price point you should buy the alpine A110.

[@BlatentlyFakeName]

Is the exhaust sound fake? It sounds a bit odd

[@justinfletcher1882]

Class...

[@SuperMadpom]

I think my S1 111S with Rover VVC Engine with Induction Kit and and Janspeed exhaust and manifold sounds better. Perhaps you should borrow an original Elise. I think it would put a much bigger smile on your face with 200bhp less.

[@PetrolPed]

I agree with you

[@queenbestgroupever761]

Which original alarm system does have he i4?

[@queenbestgroupever761]

?

[@user-ci8wv1vd2b]

Would you have the Emira or the A45?

[@efabiano82]

I donno, I doubt a lot of people are gonna drop $100k for a 4 cylinder.

[@anupmistry5189]

is there a lag with down shifts it seems like it compared to a a45

[@PetrolPed]

Yes 😬

[@TheChismillionaire]

The engine is so tuneable as well to nearly 500hp.

[@craigxfleming8806]

This is the lighter better weight distribution car pick this one not to mention better fuel mileage

[@stevie007]

Hi ya Peds 👌👌👌👌

[@user-ez5bf7gq2p]

What a car, it would ace if they did a manual!

[@user-uy8fb6xv6j]

Looks great but sounds like GT4. Alas not the Porsche but Gran Turismo 4 on the Playstation! Probably wouldn't stop me having one though...

[@AM-uk7jv]

Car reviewers be like: $70k base Porsche 718 4 cylinder with the option for a manual: 😡🤬😡 $100k Lotus Emira 4 cylinder only available in automatic: 😁😁😁 Proof that car reviewers can’t be taken seriously and neither can the commenters that repeat what these reviewers say.

[@gabox01]

The downshift lag is just terrible, like half a second.

[@ctv4646]

Considering the v6 has the better sound and this I4 sounds quite lack luster id say it needed a bit of excitement in the gears, a crack on upshifts and a lively down shift would've been nice but at this point why wouldn't you just buy a Boxster/Cayman. shame as the looks are much better than the Porsche in my opinion, time will tell if there's a market for these.

[@SChapps]

I don’t understand how they make a DCT so bad, I’ve noticed it on videos of the A45 as well. If they aren’t going to do it properly then don’t bother. Give me a manual every day of the week, twice on Sunday.

[@garrymatthews4430]

Have to say for a four pot it sounds good too

[@123antimiro]

Hello Pete, I do not get how unfair some people are! 4 cylinder from Mercedes is ok but from Porsche not! Because bloody sound? Come on people stop spreading lies.

[@jasondoe5741]

Sweet spot would be the V6 with a DCT. As I get older I care less and less for a manual.

[@ravivora8567]

The i4 in China has the same hp as the v6

[@williamtuttle296]

I was going to purchase this car in the US when available. Two problems with it only $360 horsepower it's capable of 550 horsepower and the DCT shifts rather slowly the AMG A45S uses the same gearbox and engine it shifts a whole lot quicker can somebody enlighten me on this problem.

[@PetrolPed]

This car isn’t about maximum power. 360hp is perfect for the chassis. The slow shifts are to do with the car having 2 ECUs apparently. One for the engine and one for the gearbox. The delay is caused by the two communicating. Lotus working on a software fix apparently 👍

[@leighwhite6363]

It is such a pretty car, shame there isn’t an N/A option otherwise that would have been a serious contender against the Cayman, but for me an N/A engine takes it every time 😊

[@neilturner6749]

Not gonna argue re the Cayman as I’ve a 4.0 Boxster and love it, but I didn’t rule out the Emira particularly because of the supercharger on the V6 - it’s a great installation and feels far more N/A in its linear delivery than a typical turbocharger which flattens the power curve too much.

[@salimrandall]

No way Jose. Go for the bulletproof Toyota/Lexus engine and trans.

[@e_skie2685]

Little disappointed that Lotus didn't get the full power from that engine. A45s is good for 420hp, but I guess a tuner will unlock it sooner or later.

[@lapin46]

I speculate Lotus cannot manage engine bay and exhaust temperatures at more than 360HP.

[@PetrolPed]

Doesn’t need it 👍

[@mrmawson2438]

The new EV Lotus will be fast

[@Poorschedriver]

I'm so sick of 2.0T taking over everything. They all have the same hollow DSG fart sound. I would have loved to see Lotus use a more exotic poweplant like the Audi 5 cylinder from the RS3. 400hp with a wonderful DCT, I bet the take rate would have been quite high.

[@Eulenmann98]

Exactly. And you pay a lot of money for that detuned AMG engine. Sorry it’s a joke lotus. Go Home

[@johndavies6246]

On the slow downshift, it very much sounds as if the computer is just checking that the human interface knows what it's doing......... and then letting it!! That has to be one of the best combo's - Lotus engineering and AMG engines!!👍

[@PetrolPed]

Slowed up by 2 ECUs apparently. One on the car and one on the gearbox.

[@johndavies6246]

@@PetrolPed Hmm - AI, it can only end badly - just ask Arnie!!🤣🙃

[@zzhughesd]

Finally out !!!! Interesting. Was due to be 59k. Imagine it’s 65k up with inflation last 3 years

[@davidaoki3494]

Reliability anyone??? Replacement cost when the engine blows??

[@PetrolPed]

It’s an AMG 🤷‍♂️

[@bulletmagnetLG]

Wonderful car, but sounds a bit ordinary…give me a howling V6 with a supercharger whine any day over that!😝

[@JacK-yr8ri]

Strange they have detuned the engine to 360?

[@TfRsmokinmasta]

Thought the 45s has 415 bhp Pete?

[@PetrolPed]

It does 👍

[@TfRsmokinmasta]

@PetrolPed ah you said it has 360 bhp and engine is from the above......

[@jesse68569]

gearbox sounds pretty slow no?

[@PetrolPed]

Yes. An issue with the car ecu talking to the gearbox ecu. Software update coming 👍

[@smurph1962]

Evening All 🎉

[@PetrolPed]

Hi 👋

[@dash-ryan]

I was watching closely. The downshift was very lazy. My C8 Corvette downshifts are super fast. In Canada the Emira V6 is just as expensive as a V8 C8. The Emira is the prettier car, but for performance value for money, it's hard to beat the C8 in America.

[@bman1668]

Every grandpa has one

[@dash-ryan]

@@bman1668 Awesome! Then I'm in great company.

[@bman1668]

@@dash-ryan what a boomer 🤣🤣

[@dash-ryan]

@@bman1668 What's so funny about that?

[@bman1668]

@@dash-ryan nothing old man enjoy ur Vette

[@mrmawson2438]

Hello mate

[@PetrolPed]

Hi 👋

[@andyhunt457]

The V6 isnt an epic powerplant,doesnt sound fab so this probably the better option.?

[@erezyoal]

If it's the A45S engine it can be tunned easy to Get 420hp

[@Orangeman47]

Slow shifts for a DCT

[@PetrolPed]

Yep 👎