2012 Lotus Evora 3.5 V6 IPS

£ 30 995
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When Lotus revealed the Evora in 2008, it marked a bold new chapter for the marque. Designed under the internal codename Project Eagle, it was conceived to bring real-world usability to the purity of Lotus handling. Unlike the more focused Elise and Exige, the Evora was intended to be a car you could genuinely live with — offering space, comfort, and refinement without losing the tactile feedback and lightness that define the brand.

Built around a bonded aluminium chassis with a composite body, the Evora combined Lotus’s race-bred engineering with a level of sophistication rarely seen from Hethel. Its fluid steering, near-perfect weight distribution, and communicative chassis made it an instant hit with purists and road testers alike — many calling it “the Lotus you could drive every day.”

Powertrain & Performance

At the heart of this Evora lies the proven 3.5-litre Toyota 2GR-FE V6, tuned by Lotus engineers to deliver sharper throttle response and a broader torque curve. Paired with the 6-speed Aisin AI IPS automatic gearbox, the car offers a choice between relaxed cruising and spirited, paddle-shifted driving.

Technical Highlights:

  • Engine: 3.5 L Toyota 2GR-FE V6 (Naturally Aspirated)
  • Power: 280 PS (206 kW / 276 hp) @ 6,400 rpm
  • Torque: 350 Nm (258 lb·ft) @ 4,600 rpm
  • Transmission: 6-speed Aisin AI IPS automatic with paddle shift
  • Top Speed: 159 mph (256 km/h)
  • 0–60 mph: 5.0 seconds
  • Combined Economy: 31.4 mpg (imp) / 9.0 L/100 km / 26.1 mpg (US)
  • CO₂ Emissions: 210 g/km
  • Kerb Weight: Around 1,430 kg — impressively light for its class

The result is a car that blends linear, naturally aspirated response with modern drivability — crisp, mechanical, and refreshingly analogue in an increasingly turbocharged world.

Ownership & Maintenance

This particular example has been enthusiast-owned and fastidiously maintained, presenting beautifully both mechanically and cosmetically.

  • Mileage: approx. 45,600 (subject to slight change)
  • Last service: at 43,343 miles on 18/10/2024 by Bell & Colvill (Lotus main dealer)
  • Service record: 11 services in total
  • Ownership: 3 previous owners
  • Documentation: Complete book pack included

Features & Upgrades

  • Pioneer Media Centre with Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, and full modern connectivity
  • Air Conditioning and Cruise Control
  • Freshly refurbished alloy wheels with matching Pirelli P Zeros
  • Carbon engine cover – a tasteful nod to the car’s motorsport DNA
  • Black Leather Recaro CS Seats – beautifully supportive and in excellent condition
  • +2 configuration – two small rear seats for added practicality

On the Road

The Evora delivers an experience few cars can match. Its steering is beautifully weighted and alive with feedback, the chassis is supple yet razor-sharp, and the ride quality is surprisingly refined. The IPS transmission suits the car’s dual nature perfectly — relaxed in auto mode, eager and responsive when driven hard.

This is a Lotus that can genuinely do it all:

It soaks up miles like a grand tourer, yet dances through corners with the delicacy of a lightweight sports car. It’s a car that rewards precision, flatters enthusiasm, and turns every journey into an occasion.

Often overlooked in the sports car world, the Evora remains one of the most complete and underrated driver’s cars of its era — a true embodiment of Lotus’s mantra: “For the drivers.”

** THIS CAR IS LOCATED IN CAMBRIDGESHIRE **

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