Lotus Emira V6 performance summary
The 2026 Lotus Emira V6 makes 400 hp and 420 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 4.2s, about 3.9s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 11.94s.
On Carspeed's data it is brisk — quicker off the line than 82% of the cars in our database, with more power than 70% of them and a higher top speed than 87%. That works out to roughly 255 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Lotus Emira V6 ranks against 1,472 cars
Lotus Emira V6 vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Emira V6 | 400 | 4.2s | 290 km/h | 11.94s |
| Cupra Leon VZ5 | 390 | 4.2s | 290 km/h | 11.94s |
| Nissan Z Proto | 400 | 4.1s | 290 km/h | 11.82s |
| Porsche 718 Boxster GTS | 394 | 4.3s | 293 km/h | 12.04s |
| Porsche 911 Carrera | 379 | 4.2s | 293 km/h | 11.92s |
| Porsche 911 Carrera 4 | 379 | 4.2s | 293 km/h | 11.92s |
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Lotus Emira V6 FAQ
What is the Lotus Emira V6 0-60 mph time?
The Lotus Emira V6 does 0-60 mph in about 3.9s, based on its 4.2s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Lotus Emira V6?
The listed top speed is 180 mph, or 290 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Lotus Emira V6 have?
The Lotus Emira V6 is listed at 400 hp with 420 Nm of torque.
What is the Lotus Emira V6 quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Lotus Emira V6 quarter-mile at 11.94s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Lotus Emira V6?
Similar performance rivals include Cupra Leon VZ5, Nissan Z Proto, Porsche 718 Boxster GTS.