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2010-2021 Lotus Evora MPG & Fuel Cost
9 model years · 19–23 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 2 of 10 small car configurations, MY2021. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2010-2021 Lotus Evora at a glance
The 2010-2021 Lotus Evora covers 9 model years in the EPA database (27 configurations in all), rated 19–23 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2021, costs about $4,010 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the GT 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD (20 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2021. The best combined rating in the generation, 23 MPG, was reached in 2011, 2012 and 2013.
2010-2021 Lotus Evora by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Gas | 20 MPG | $4,010–$4,050 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $4,010–$4,250 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $4,100–$4,250 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $4,100–$4,250 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas | 20–22 MPG | $3,600–$3,960 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $3,550–$3,960 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $3,550–$3,960 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $3,550–$3,960 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 21 MPG | $3,810 | First year |
What the 2021 GT 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD costs to drive
Per month
$334
$4,010 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.68
Per 100 miles
$26.73
Five years
$20,050
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$800more a year
Class median $3,210 a year, MY2021
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2021 Lotus Evora MPG
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,010.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,010 |
| GT 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,050 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2020 Lotus Evora MPG
19–20 MPG · $4,010–$4,250/yr
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,010 |
| GT 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,050 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,250 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2018 Lotus Evora MPG
19–20 MPG · $4,100–$4,250/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,100.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,250 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2017 Lotus Evora MPG
19–20 MPG · $4,100–$4,250/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,250 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Lotus Evora MPG
20–22 MPG · $3,600–$3,960/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 22 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,550 to $3,600, $50 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,600 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,670 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,960 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 Lotus Evora MPG
20–23 MPG · $3,550–$3,960/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,550.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,550 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,670 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,960 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 Lotus Evora MPG
20–23 MPG · $3,550–$3,960/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,550.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,550 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,670 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,820 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,960 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2011 Lotus Evora MPG
20–23 MPG · $3,550–$3,960/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 23 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,810 to $3,550, $260 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,550 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,820 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,820 |
| Evora 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,960 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Lotus Evora MPG
21 MPG · $3,810/yr
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evora (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,810 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the GT 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD: $4,790 in California and $3,480 in Texas, a $1,310 difference.
- California $4,790
- Washington $4,500
- New York $3,960
- Florida $3,660
- Texas $3,480
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2021 small car models.
Generations
- 2010-2021 (2010)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2010-2021 Lotus Evora get?
EPA rates the 2010-2021 Lotus Evora at 19–23 MPG combined across 27 configurations and 9 model years. The most efficient version, the 2013 Evora 3.5L 6-cyl RWD, is rated 23 MPG (20 city, 28 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2010-2021 Lotus Evora?
The Evora 3.5L 6-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 23 MPG, in 2011, 2012 and 2013. The lowest top rating, 20 MPG, was in 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2021.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2010-2021 Lotus Evora?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2021.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2021 Lotus Evora per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the GT 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD costs about $4,010 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $4,010–$4,050 a year. That is a $40 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2021 Lotus Evora 100 miles?
About $26.73 per 100 miles for the GT 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $26.73 and $27.00 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2021 Lotus Evora more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The GT 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD is rated 17 city and 26 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2021 Lotus Evora compare with other small car configurations?
The GT 3.5L 6-cyl supercharged RWD costs about $4,010 a year to fuel, $800 more than the class median of $3,210, and less than 2 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 298 rated small car configurations for MY2021, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2021 Lotus Evora different from the 2020 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,010. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2021 against 4 configurations for 2020. See the 2020 Lotus Evora for that year.