VERDICT
The British sports car is alive, well and expensive
★★★★☆
Lotus likes to present the Emira as a step-change in its history, but in reality it is a perfected Evora – one that’s better looking, has an interior that’s easier to get into and is on Porsche’s level for quality and technology once you’re there. An even better version of a car that we awarded five stars to in 2009 is a mighty appealing thing. The Emira is almost uniquely suited to British roads, and masterfully combines old-school fun with some modern convenience.