Lotus Emira Drivetrain & Drive Type
The 2027 Lotus Emira is available in Rear-Wheel Drive drivetrain configuration.
Latest model year (2027):
The Lotus Emira is offered in Rear-Wheel Drive configuration.
Lotus Emira Drivetrain — All Years
| Year | Trim | Drive | Transmission | Engine | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 4 2.0L | 21 |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 4 2.0L | 21 |
| 2025 | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 6 3.5L | 21 |
| 2025 | Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 6 3.5L | 19 |
| 2024 | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 6 3.5L | 21 |
| 2024 | Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 6 3.5L | 19 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Lotus Emira Drivetrain FAQ
Is the Lotus Emira front-wheel, rear-wheel, or all-wheel drive?
The Lotus Emira is available in Rear-Wheel Drive. Drivetrain availability changes by model year and trim — the table above shows every combination.
Does the Lotus Emira come with AWD or 4WD?
The Lotus Emira is not listed with all-wheel or four-wheel drive in the EPA data we track.