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Lotus builds pure sports cars that fly under the radar because they're so rarely seen among the flocks of faceless cars and crossovers. The British automaker's prestige has fluctuated throughout its history, but memorable models such as the wedgelike Espirit sports car and lightweight Elise roadster represent high points. The company offers the mid-engined Emira sports car that's light on the scales, sharp around corners, and looks exotic. The electrified Evija is an exclusive hypercar that should help publicize the brand.

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Sedans, coupes, convertibles, and wagons

2023 Lotus Emira

Starting at $77,100

2023 Lotus Emira
8/10

The Lotus Emira is a pretty sports car and the company's final nameplate with an internal combustion engine before the iconic brand goes entirely electric.

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Lotus Emira Model Years
2025 Lotus Envya

Starting at $80,000 est

2025 Lotus Envya

Lotus is branching out to the luxury electric-car segment with the 2025 Envya, which will wear a slinky exterior design and should offer exciting performance.

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Lotus Envya Model Years
2023 Lotus Evija

Starting at $2,300,000 est

2023 Lotus Evija
9/10

With almost 2000 horses on tap, the Lotus Evija is an electrified hypercar that takes power and performance to new heights.

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Lotus Evija Model Years

SUVs

Full-size, mid-size, compact, subcompact, and off-roaders

2024 Lotus Eletre

Starting at $84,500 est

2024 Lotus Eletre

An electric SUV isn't what anyone would expect from Lotus, but the Eletre promises to be powerful and eye-catching with a price tag to match.

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Lotus Eletre Model Years

EVs

EV cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans

2024 Lotus Eletre

Starting at $84,500 est

2024 Lotus Eletre

An electric SUV isn't what anyone would expect from Lotus, but the Eletre promises to be powerful and eye-catching with a price tag to match.

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Lotus Eletre Model Years
2025 Lotus Envya

Starting at $80,000 est

2025 Lotus Envya

Lotus is branching out to the luxury electric-car segment with the 2025 Envya, which will wear a slinky exterior design and should offer exciting performance.

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Lotus Envya Model Years
2023 Lotus Evija

Starting at $2,300,000 est

2023 Lotus Evija
9/10

With almost 2000 horses on tap, the Lotus Evija is an electrified hypercar that takes power and performance to new heights.

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Lotus Evija Model Years

Discontinued Afeela Models

These models are no longer in production but may be available as used cars.

2011 Lotus Elise

Starting at $52,970

2011 Lotus Elise

The Elise is a pure-driving roadster not for the faint of heart.

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Lotus Elise Model Years
2021 Lotus Evora GT

Starting at $99,150

2021 Lotus Evora GT
8/10

The Lotus Evora GT is a raw mid-engine sports car that triggers a driver's emotions with its supercharged V-6, lightweight composition, and lively controls.

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2011 Lotus Exige

Starting at $66,815

2011 Lotus Exige

The Exige is a track-ready missile that share its chassis and interior with the Elise.

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Lotus Exige Model Years

News

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Electric Lotus Envya Sedan Spied Testing

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Lotus Is Going Public, Will Gain NASDAQ Listing

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Matt Windle Is Bullish about Lotus's Prospects

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Showroom-Fresh 167-Mile Lotus Esprit Is for Sale

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