New Delhi, June 9 -- The Lotus Emira sports car has received several key upgrades for the international market, most notably a new V6 SE variant that now sits at the top of the lineup. It retains the signature six-cylinder powertrain of the mid-engined premium sports car- a supercharged 3.5-litre V6 producing 394.5 bhp. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox with a standard limited-slip differential, or optionally, a smooth-shifting automatic transmission. This setup boasts a 0-100km/h acceleration time of 4.3 seconds. However, Lotus has refined the V6, with a new compression mount for the manual gearbox, ensuring sharper, more precise shifts that enhance driver engagement.

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