Lotus Emira MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Lotus Emira MPG for every model year from 2024 to 2027.
Emira MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 6 configurations of the Emira. Pick a year to see each engine and drivetrain.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emira | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (S8) | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | View |
Emira MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every Emira configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
How the Emira Compares
The EPA rated 14 two-seaters for 2026. The best Emira version, at 21 MPG combined, ranks 5th of 14. Combined ratings in the class run from 14 to 29 MPG, with a median of 18. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mazda MX-5 | 29 MPG |
| 2 | BMW Z4 | 28 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota GR Supra | 27 MPG |
| 4 | Nissan Z | 22 MPG |
| 5 | Lotus Emira | 21 MPG |
What Does a Emira Cost to Fuel?
Pick a Emira, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
Emira MPG Questions
Which Emira year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2024 to 2027 Emira holds the top EPA rating at 21 MPG combined (18 city, 26 highway).
Why doesn't my Emira match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests so every car is measured the same way. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, cargo, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one car against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Cedrick Reese built this page from the EPA fuel economy file published on fueleconomy.gov. It has 6 ratings for the Emira from 2024 to 2027, and every one of them is shown in the table. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. The page is rebuilt whenever the EPA publishes an updated file, which picks up new model years and any rating corrections. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov