The Evora’s exterior design is a bi-product of the need for a larger Lotus and extra buyer reach for markets like the United States. The stylish exterior offers presence on the road, without detracting from the traditional sporty look associated with a Lotus.
Unfortunately, much like the six-speed manual gearbox, the IPS six-speed automatic gearbox is jerky and nowhere near as slick as it should be. The 3.5-litre supercharged V6 delivers the goods, but is let down by a lack of decent gearbox option.
Producing 258kW of power and 400Nm of torque, the Evora S sprints from 0-100km/h in just 5.0-seconds with the IPS gearbox and 4.8-seconds with the six-speed manual gearbox. The supercharger strapped to the 3.5-litre Toyota sourced V6 is built in Australia.
At low speeds, the automatic gearbox gets along nicely. But, as speed increases, the gearbox slows down with painful upshifts and forgetful downshifts. If you hit the Sport button, the IPS gearbox improves its manners, but is best self-managed by steering wheel mounted paddle shifters.
Be prepared for frustration though, as the IPS reverts back to full automatic mode within seconds of shifting gears with the paddle shifters – making it neither intelligent nor precise.
It’s a real shame, because the 1491kg Evora S is otherwise a well
mannered and superb handling vehicle, with changes made to the 2012
Evora S bringing it back into competitor contention. Precise steering
feel and excellent communication through the chassis hark back to the
Exige and are thankfully still present in the bigger Evora.
The relatively light weight makes the Evora S fuel efficient. The Evora S manual consumes just 9.1L/100km, while the IPS uses 9.7L/100km. The non-supercharged six-speed manual Evora uses even less at 8.5L/100km, with the IPS using 8.8L/100km.
Inside the cabin, the Evora is smarter than ever with a number of Tech and Premium packs available that bring with them a large seven inch LCD screen with satellite navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control and parking sensors.
Steering and seat adjustments are fairly restrictive and in combination with hard to read dials make the interior pretty disappointing. The Evora is available in a +2 specification, as tested, but as you could imagine the rear seats are useful as luggage holders only. Boot volume is 160 litres, which is pretty small and only large enough to store a couple of travel bags.
Drive the Evora S in a sedate manner and it feels like a grown-up GT car. The ride on coarse roads is great and there’s not much in the way of wind or road noise. The engine and exhaust sound absolutely sensational, so it’s a battering to the Lotus brand that this package is let down by such a confused automatic gearbox.
The relatively light weight makes the Evora S fuel efficient. The Evora S manual consumes just 9.1L/100km, while the IPS uses 9.7L/100km. The non-supercharged six-speed manual Evora uses even less at 8.5L/100km, with the IPS using 8.8L/100km.
Inside the cabin, the Evora is smarter than ever with a number of Tech and Premium packs available that bring with them a large seven inch LCD screen with satellite navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control and parking sensors.
Steering and seat adjustments are fairly restrictive and in combination with hard to read dials make the interior pretty disappointing. The Evora is available in a +2 specification, as tested, but as you could imagine the rear seats are useful as luggage holders only. Boot volume is 160 litres, which is pretty small and only large enough to store a couple of travel bags.
Drive the Evora S in a sedate manner and it feels like a grown-up GT car. The ride on coarse roads is great and there’s not much in the way of wind or road noise. The engine and exhaust sound absolutely sensational, so it’s a battering to the Lotus brand that this package is let down by such a confused automatic gearbox.
It will certainly appeal for the markets it is intended for, but the
IPS takes away control and feel that would otherwise be afforded with a
manual gearbox.
Priced from $123,990 for the Evora, the Evora S starts at $145,990. That kind of money will buy you the top-spec BMW Z4 sDrive35is, Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG or Porsche Cayman – very hard options to pass when the Evora gearbox is such a weak link.
Read more at http://www.caradvice.com.au/200285/lotus-evora-s-ips-review/#quf7JsI6iP0x1Xrv.99
Priced from $123,990 for the Evora, the Evora S starts at $145,990. That kind of money will buy you the top-spec BMW Z4 sDrive35is, Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG or Porsche Cayman – very hard options to pass when the Evora gearbox is such a weak link.
ngine Specifications
- Engine Type
- MULTI POINT F/INJ
- Engine Size
- 3.5L
- Cylinders
- V6
- Max. Torque
- 350Nm @ 4700rpm
- Max. Power
- 206kW @ 6400rpm
- Pwr:Wgt Ratio
- 143.5W/kg
- Bore & Stroke
- 94x83mm
- Compression Ratio
- 10
- Valve Gear
- VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
Drivetrain Specifications
- Transmission
- 6 SP AUTOMATIC
- Drive Type
- REAR WHEEL DRIVE
- Final Drive Ratio
- 3.685
Fuel Specifications
- Fuel Type
- PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL
- Fuel Tank Capacity
- 60
- Fuel Consumption (Combined)
- 9L / 100km
Weight & Measurement
- Kerb Weight
- 1436
- Gross Vehicle Weight
- Not Provided
- Height
- 1229mm
- Length
- 4342mm
- Width
- 1848mm
- Ground Clearance
- 120mm
- Towing Capacity
- Brake:0 Unbrake:0
Steering & Suspension
- Steering Type
- RACK & PINION - POWER ASSISTED
- Turning Circle
- 10.1
- Front Rim Size
- 8x18
- Rear Rim Size
- 8x18
- Front Tyres
- 225/40 R18
- Rear Tyres
- 255/35 R19
- Wheel Base
- 2575
- Front Track
- 1567
- Rear Track
- 1575
- Front Brakes
- DISC - VENTILATED
- Rear Brakes
- DISC - VENTILATED
Standard Features
- Comfort
- Heated Front Seats, Sport Seats
- Control & Handling
- Alloy Wheels, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Traction Control System
- Driver
- Cruise Control, Parking Distance Control, Power Steering, Satellite Navigation, Trip Computer
- Engine & Transmission
- Electronic Differential Lock
- Entertainment
- Radio Compact Disc Player, Premium Sound System
- Exterior
- Power Mirrors, Xenon Headlights
- Interior
- Leather Upholstery
- Safety
- Dual Airbag Package, Anti-lock Braking, Seatbelts - Pre-tensioners Front Seats
- Security
- Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft, Central Locking Remote Control, Engine Immobiliser
Other
- Service Interval
- 12 months / 15,000 kms
- Warranty
- 36 months / 100,000 kms
- VIN Plate Location
- 10-O-15
- Country of Origin
- UNITED KINGDOM
Read more at http://www.caradvice.com.au/200285/lotus-evora-s-ips-review/#quf7JsI6iP0x1Xrv.99
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