2017 Lotus Evora 400

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Rating8.4

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$91,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Precise and predictable handling

Poor rear visibility

Lotus Evora makes a comeback this year

Captivating exterior design

Cramped and impractical rear row

Exceptionally well-balanced body-to-weight ratio

Rivals offer better quality and appeal

Specs & Features

$91,900

price

400 hp @ 7000 rpm

horsepower

302 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

3.5L 6cyl RWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact coupe segment, the 2017 Lotus Evora 400 Coupe is a direct competitor to the Jaguar F-Type S Coupe, the Porsche 911 Carerra Coupe, and the least expensive Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport. With a single trim level, the 2017 Lotus Evora 400 Coupe carries an MSRP of $91,900. It offers a 3.5L supercharged V6 engine and a 6-speed manual transmission as standard while a 6-speed automatic transmission is optional, producing 400 horsepower and 302 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Lotus Evora 400 Coupe manages a 0-60 of 4.2 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG. 

Buying Advice

Lotus Evora only comes in a single trim level, so our options are limited. Pick a stunning color and get your interior trimmed with beautiful Alcantara Leather using the available Alcantara Interior trim pack for an additional $3,400. 

Trims

    2+0
    $91,900 onwards
    • Park Assist package included as standard
    • Terrain Response system
    2+2
    $91,900 onwards
    • Engine: 3.5L 6cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 400 hp @ 7000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 302 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.2 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$91,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.44

Horsepower

400 hp @ 7000 rpm

Torque

302 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

Capacity

4

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$77,600- $99,500

Gasoline

8.17

315 hp @ 5800 rpm

330 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

4

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$87,895- $118,795

Gasoline

7

645 hp @ 6200 rpm

600 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

2

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$23,900- $24,100

Gasoline

7.59

205 hp @ 5700 rpm

192 lb.-ft. @ 2100 rpm

5

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$29,990- $49,400

Gasoline

6.57

332 hp @ 7000 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

2

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$25,495- $29,695

Gasoline

6.61

205 hp @ 7000 rpm

156 lb.-ft. @ 6400 rpm

4

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2017 Lotus Evora 400 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.2 sec--
    3.3 sec11.2 sec-
    4.8 sec13.2 sec-
    5.3 sec13.7 sec130 mph
    6.3 sec14.8 sec137 mph
    6.8 sec14.9 sec112 mph

    2017 Lotus Evora 400 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      16 mpg24 mpg19 mpg15.9 gal.254.40/381.60 mi.
      28 mpg38 mpg32 mpg12.4 gal.347.2/471.2 mi.
      21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/555 mi.
      21 mpg29 mpg24 mpg13.2 gal.277.2/382.8 mi.
      18 mpg26 mpg21 mpg19 gal.342/494 mi.
      12 mpg19 mpg14 mpg16 gal.192/304 mi.

      2017 Lotus Evora 400 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        172.6 in.72.6 in.48.4 in.6 in.101.4 in.
        192.8 in.74.6 in.53.9 in.4.9 in.112.4 in.
        177.3 in.70.9 in.54.7 in.6 in.106.3 in.
        175.7 in.76.4 in.49.1 in.5 in.98.8 in.

        2017 Nissan 370Z NISMO

        Ranked #5

        170.5 in.73.6 in.51.8 in.5 in.100.4 in.
        167.5 in.72.6 in.51.8 in.5 in.100.4 in.

        2017 Lotus Evora 400 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          5.7 cu.ft.--
          14.7 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.
          6.9 cu.ft.51.6 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.
          13 cu.ft.87 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
          11.9 cu.ft.88.6 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.
          6.9 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.-

          2017 Lotus Evora 400 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            -5.7 cu.ft.-
            14.7 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
            -6.9 cu.ft.-
            14.7 cu.ft.11.9 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.
            64.5 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.
            82.7 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.

            2017 Lotus Evora 400 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -3120 lbs.
              772 lbs.4001 lbs.
              -3292 lbs.
              947 lbs.2889 lbs.
              -3378 lbs. -
              897 lbs.2785 lbs.

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              Horsepower : 400 hp @ 7000 rpm

              MPG Combined : 19 mpg

              0-60 : 4.2 sec

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