Lotus Evora GT 2020 Review

For better and for worse, the 2020 Lotus Evora GT is stuck in time. While rivals such as the Porsche 911 have moved away from their pure sports-car roots and offer the latest conveniences such as adaptive cruise control and in-car Wi-Fi, the Evora keeps going with its driver-focused, no-frills design. Sure, the Evora GT is arguably the nicest and most well-appointed vehicle Lotus has ever built. But compared to other cars in this class, the Evora is flying in coach while everybody else has upgraded to first class.

On the upside, the Evora's lightweight and nimble handling and Toyota-sourced supercharged 3.5-liter V6 make it one of the best-driving cars on the market. Lotus also still offers the Evora GT with a manual transmission, which is an increasingly rare feature these days. Few cars are this engaging to drive. But given its lack of utility, features and comfort, we can't recommend the Evora GT to anyone except the most dedicated sports-car purists. Check out our Expert Rating below to get our test team's full analysis of the Evora GT's performance, comfort and more.

Which Evora GT does MatoCar recommend?

The 2020 Lotus Evora GT is offered in a single trim that's powered by a supercharged 3.5-liter V6 that makes 416 horsepower. Torque varies based on the choice of transmission, with the standard six-speed manual transmission sending 317 lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels and the optional six-speed automatic upping it slightly to 332 lb-ft. There's seating for two, though Lotus offers a small rear seat as a no-cost option.

Standard features include:

• Xenon headlights
• Sparco sport seats trimmed in leather and faux suede
• Faux suede trim on the dash, doors, center console and steering wheel
• Rear parking sensors
• Backup camera
• 7-inch screen with navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Performance features on the Evora GT include:

• Limited-slip differential to help manage traction (only available with the manual transmission)
• AP Racing brakes with four-piston calipers and two-piece cross-drilled rotors
• Eibach springs and Bilstein dampers
• Driver-adjustable stability control
• Active exhaust

Notable options include:

• Lightweight titanium exhaust system
• Six-speed automatic transmission
• Partial carbon-fiber bodywork to help reduce weight
• Lightweight forged-aluminum wheels
• Adjustable suspension
• Subwoofer and amplifier