Following the successful introduction of the Lotus Evora 400 and Evora Sport 410 to global markets, Lotus has unveiled its most powerful road-going model ever – the Evora GT430.

A beautiful and pure combination of elegance and power, Lotus has lavished attention on hand-crafted carbon-fibre components to endow this fully homologated Evora with a level of precision engineering and design unseen before.

This focused evolution of the critically acclaimed Evora has resulted in a landmark model for the famous British manufacturer. Powered by a new development of the 3.5-litre V6 supercharged and charge cooled engine producing 430 hp, and benefitting from a significant hike in downforce, the rare breed Evora GT430 is a class apart from its competitors.

Underpinned by the company’s acknowledged eminence in lightweight engineering, and at a new benchmark weight of 1,258 kg (dry), the Lotus Evora GT430 is the manufacturer’s most powerful and accomplished road car to date. With such performance, and all the marque’s chassis expertise, the new Evora GT430 delivers tremendous real-world speed and handling unheard of in its class.

Given the car’s breath-taking design and phenomenal performance, the Evora GT430 is an instant classic. Just 60 editions of this supreme Evora will be hand built in Norfolk, England, for sale in select markets around the world and, following the popularity of Lotus’ recent limited run editions, it’s already in line to be a true collector’s car.

Marking the return of a famous Lotus badge, and acknowledging the Lotus Esprit V8 GT and the Esprit GT3 from the 1990s, this two-seater encapsulates the company’s approach to fast point-to-point sports cars. 0-60mph is dispatched in just 3.7 seconds and the car’s top speed is 190 mph (305 km/h).

With new and specifically designed body panels, featuring exposed carbon weave sections, front and rear, the Lotus GT430 generates up to 250 kg of downforce through advanced aerodynamics. Larger front apertures, a new carbon fibre splitter, air blades and louvers positioned on top of each front wheel arch clearly illustrate the supercar credentials of the Evora GT430 when viewed head on. At the rear, aero ducts behind each wheel reduce pressure in the wheel arch and offer visibility of the wider Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres, and a large rear diffuser provides a sharp visual finish. Both are crowned by the large, profiled carbon wing.

Jean-Marc Gales, CEO, Group Lotus plc said, “The Evora GT430 is a landmark car for Lotus. Lightweight engineering and class-leading handling, paired with Lotus’ aerodynamic expertise, define the Evora GT430 as a legendary Lotus. It’s a truly beautiful car, meticulously finished in hand-crafted carbon, and employing the latest aerodynamics and lightweight materials. This highly developed vehicle perfectly reflects Lotus’ attention to engineering and design. We expect the lucky owners to be blown away by its pure presence and staggering performance.”

Evora GT430 Technical Specs

  • Max power: 430 hp at 7,000 rpm (436 PS)
  • Max torque: 325 lbft from 4,500 (440 Nm)
  • 0-60 mph: 3.7 seconds
  • 0-100 km/h: 3.8 seconds
  • 0-100 mph: < 8 seconds
  • Max speed: 190 mph (305 km/h)
  • CO2 emissions: 249 g/km
  • Kerb weight: 1,299 kg
  • Dry weight: 1,258 kg
  • Power-to-weight ratio (dry weight): 342 hp per tonne
  • Aerodynamic downforce at maximum speed: 250 kg
  • Hethel lap time: 1:25.8 seconds

Engine and Transmission

  • 3.5 litre V6, 24 valve, water cooled, all aluminium engine, with Edelbrock supercharger
  • 6-speed manual transmission, with gearbox cooler, coupled to Lotus’ precision shift aluminium mechanism
  • Lightweight, single-mass, low inertia fly wheel
  • Torsen Type Limited Slip Differential
  • Baffled sump
  • Titanium exhaust system

Pricing

  • UK: £112,500 (incl. VAT at 20%)
  • Germany: €151,000 (incl. VAT at 19%)
  • France: €152,300 (incl. VAT at 20%)
  • Italy: €154,900 (incl. VAT at 22% and transport)
  • Japan: ¥20,850,000 (incl. VAT at 8%)