Lotus Emira 420 Sport Boosts Power, Slashes Weight, Adds Glass Roof

Lotus refreshes its combustion-era halo, the Emira, with the 420 Sport, lifting power to 420 metric hp (414 hp US), shaving about 55 lb and adding 55 lb of downforce with an optional lightweight handling package. It introduces a removable glass roof panel and sticks with an eight-speed dual-clutch (no manual for the AMG four‑cylinder option). US price starts at $122,900 with orders open and deliveries due in August; a hybrid V‑6 Emira is expected soon, and buyers with the older powertrains will have a limited window to purchase.