Lotus is renowned for building cars with superb handling, no pesky electronic aids and none of the unnecessary extras that add to the final kerb weight. Living with a Lotus is meant to be compromise, but it’s a compromise worth living with because of the payoff the cars deliver when driven at a track. This is where models like the Elise and Exige reveal why their harsh ride, noisy engines and cumbersome entry are highly sought after by motoring enthusiasts around the world.
Despite the reputation for building some of the best track cars of all time, there are people out there who desire a more easy-going Lotus, a car with the comfort of a premium GT. This is why the guys from Hethel have developed the Europa S, a derivative of the hardcore Elise but with an opulent by Lotus standards interior, improved accessibility and a host of accessories and features not usually found in the light weight roadsters. Some of the niceties Europa S owners can enjoy most of us normally take for granted include ABS brakes, dual front airbags, climate control air-conditioning, leather trim and satellite navigation.
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