Lotus Emira 420 shows a four‑cylinder engine can propel a sports car to 300 km/h, highlighting performance potential of downsized powertrains
Executive summary: Lotus unveiled the Emira 420 model equipped with a four‑cylinder engine capable of driving the car to 300 km/h. It proves that sports‑car performance does not necessarily require large displacement engines, offering a pathway to lower emissions and weight.
Who is involved: Lotus (owned by Geely), its engineering team, and potential buyers of high‑performance vehicles.
Likely next: Other manufacturers may explore similar downsized high‑output engines for future sports‑car models, especially ahead of stricter EU emissions rules.
The Handelsblatt report notes that Lotus’ new Emira 420, despite having only four cylinders, reaches a top speed of 300 km/h. This demonstrates that high performance is achievable with a smaller, lighter engine, which could help manufacturers meet tightening emissions standards while preserving driving excitement. The development signals a possible shift in sports‑car engineering toward more efficient powerplants.
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- — Lotus Emira 420: Dieser Supersportler hat nur vier Zylinder – und trotzdem Power (Handelsblatt)
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