- Newest year: 2027
- Gas
- Two-seaters
- Partial model year
- Same as 2026
2026-2027 Lotus Emira MPG & Fuel Cost
2 model years · 21 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
2026-2027 Lotus Emira at a glance
The 2026-2027 Lotus Emira covers 2 model years in the EPA database (2 configurations in all), rated 21 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2027, costs about $3,160 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Emira 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD (21 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA lists identical ratings for every model year of this generation.
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (1 configuration listed so far), so rows may be added.
2026-2027 Lotus Emira by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 (partial) | Gas | 21 MPG | $3,160 | Same EPA ratings as 2026 |
| 2026 | Gas | 21 MPG | $3,160 | First year |
What the 2027 Emira 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs to drive
Per month
$263
$3,160 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.27
Per 100 miles
$21.07
Five years
$15,800
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2027 Lotus Emira MPG
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (1 configuration listed so far), so rows may be added.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2027 Lotus Emira as for the 2026 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2026 section above.See 2026
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emira (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,160 |
2026 Lotus Emira MPG
21 MPG · $3,160/yr
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emira (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,160 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Emira 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD: $4,300 in California and $2,760 in Texas, a $1,540 difference.
- California $4,300
- Washington $3,980
- New York $3,160
- Florida $2,980
- Texas $2,760
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2027 two-seater models.
Generations
- 2024-2025
- 2026-2027*
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2026-2027 Lotus Emira get?
EPA rates the 2026-2027 Lotus Emira at 21 MPG combined across 2 configurations and 2 model years. The most efficient version, the 2027 Emira 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD, is rated 21 MPG (18 city, 26 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2026-2027 Lotus Emira?
Every model year of the 2026-2027 Lotus Emira tops out at 21 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2026-2027 Lotus Emira?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for every model year from 2026 to 2027.
How does the 2026-2027 Lotus Emira compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2024-2025 Lotus Emira) is rated 19–21 MPG combined and costs $3,080–$3,430 a year to fuel; the 2026-2027 model is rated 21 MPG and costs $3,160 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Lotus Emira per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Emira 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs about $3,160 a year. Across all 1 configuration the cost runs $3,160 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2027 Lotus Emira 100 miles?
About $21.07 per 100 miles for the Emira 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2027 Lotus Emira more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Emira 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD is rated 18 city and 26 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 8 MPG.
Is the 2027 Lotus Emira different from the 2026 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2026 and 2027: 1 configuration rated 21 MPG combined. See the 2026 Lotus Emira for that year.