Is the Lotus Evora GT a BETTER 6-speed sports car than a 2024 Porsche Cayman GT4?

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  • čas přidán 14. 06. 2024
  • The Evora GT is a mid-engine sports car from Lotus. On the outside you will discover forged wheels, AP Racing brakes, massive rear diffuser and center exhaust and see-through engine bay. On the inside you will be greeted by carbon fiber bucket seats, Alcantara covered interior and analog gauges. Under the engine hatch is a 3.5L supercharged V6 mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. Is the Lous Evora GT a BETTER 6-speed sports car than a 2024 Porsche Cayman GT4?
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Komentáře • 224

  • @rickjames6867
    @rickjames6867 Před 9 dny +25

    Toyota engine in a Lotus. BMW engine in a Toyota. What the hell is going on? All jokes aside. This is a sweet car and it sounds fantastic. Great camera work Steven. Your contribution to Joe's content is very underrated.

    • @funkyfurballs1078
      @funkyfurballs1078 Před 8 dny

      My Lotus has a Renault engine! ...ugh!

    • @Yukon6255
      @Yukon6255 Před 5 dny

      BMW engine is not a toyota engine. The supra using a BMW engine. But Lotus called up Toyota to borrow there engine when Toyota wouldn't even use there own engine in the Supra.

  • @alpe6228
    @alpe6228 Před 10 dny +25

    what an all around proper car.Bulletproof drive train,solid chassis and a tremendous look.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  Před 10 dny +2

      Perfectly said!

    • @tekuracerx
      @tekuracerx Před 3 dny

      @@RaitisRides if only the Aisin gearbox was a little smoother!

  • @imaldon1
    @imaldon1 Před 10 dny +35

    A very cool and special British sports car and thank you Joe for this special review. Reliable with that Toyota derived 3.5 liter V6. 🇬🇧
    Sounds awesome!

  • @joshdarby9623
    @joshdarby9623 Před 10 dny +16

    This was mine! Traded it for the Carrera T you reviewed. Glad you enjoyed it. Hopefully it goes to a good home!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  Před 10 dny +11

      Now this is freaking fantastic! What a small world! Congrats on your 911T!

    • @fzr1000981
      @fzr1000981 Před 9 dny +2

      Too raw?

  • @darthvader1759
    @darthvader1759 Před 9 dny +7

    That's the best sounding camery I've ever heard

  • @kennethsmith6899
    @kennethsmith6899 Před 10 dny +17

    Joe I know the infotainment center is a little dated but to get a drivers car that looks good and has that reliable engine from Toyota for 86k is a steal to me.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  Před 10 dny +11

      I will not argue with that at all Kenneth! For me I wouldn’t even listen to any music because that engine sounds so damn good!

  • @yzth3ory630
    @yzth3ory630 Před 9 dny +4

    I have no idea if it’s actually “better” than the Cayman GT4 but (aesthetically) I prefer & would purchase the Evora.

  • @tspidey007
    @tspidey007 Před 9 dny +4

    Oh hell yeah!!!! Now that is a sports car!!!

  • @danielqiu3779
    @danielqiu3779 Před 9 dny +7

    Had the chance to drive one of these last year. Happened to be an automatic example and the gearbox felt sluggish. But the steering and driving dynamic on canyon roads are unmatched. I hope to own a Lotus one day.

  • @amill1563
    @amill1563 Před 10 dny +5

    I started waking up to cars in the 80's and this brand was one of those rare and coveted cars. Love how they partnered with Toyota to keep a solid sports car going.

  • @Angelbonilla1982
    @Angelbonilla1982 Před 9 dny +6

    Joe's face racing mode trying to catch the airplane!!

  • @mickeybrumfield764
    @mickeybrumfield764 Před 9 dny +15

    Lotus gets about as much out of a Camry engine as Joe gets out of a test drive.

  • @ryansheets9909
    @ryansheets9909 Před 9 dny +2

    That grey color with yellow is sweet.

  • @chrisrock010
    @chrisrock010 Před 10 dny +4

    Great review Joe, looking forward for the Lotus Emira.
    Porsche’s are beautiful, proven and amazing for sure.
    But there’s something special about Lotus that makes them unique in a way.
    It is for sure about the driving experience, making one connect with the car and enjoyment. :)

  • @steveb5382
    @steveb5382 Před 9 dny +3

    What a car, so nice to hear a manual and that engine sound from a camry, geewiz.

  • @gramb5611
    @gramb5611 Před 10 dny +6

    Love the color and yellow accents. Infotainment is dated, but who needs it !!!! Thanks Joe 🤙🏼

  • @indysaab
    @indysaab Před 9 dny +2

    This is my new favorite Raiti’s Ride video. Discovered him with the new Z reveal, which I loved. This car however, I think is the most bang for the buck with performance cars. Been waiting and waiting patiently for his views on this model of Lotus. Great job Joe!!

  • @n-power-automotive
    @n-power-automotive Před 9 dny +10

    I haven’t seen Joe laugh this much since the Elantra N review. 😉

  • @flubberlane8437
    @flubberlane8437 Před 10 dny +12

    Man Raiti that Lotus is one special car ! 😀

  • @chrisgelo1425
    @chrisgelo1425 Před 9 dny +5

    Lotus Evora GT:
    Exterior: 2021
    Interior: Time travel back to 2015

  • @FLEXjs
    @FLEXjs Před 9 dny +3

    I cannot believe that an engine that sounds that glorious came from a Camry....

  • @davidp2888
    @davidp2888 Před 10 dny +4

    Thanks for taking me on this ride with you, Joe.

  • @cody3335
    @cody3335 Před 9 dny +3

    There is a lotus dealership near me and the new ones look so badass. The pricing is pretty good for what you’re getting.

  • @henryi9738
    @henryi9738 Před 9 dny +3

    This Lotus Evora is cool , but the Lotus Emira is what I would go with. Thanks Raiti !! 😃👍

  • @HarryTwatter
    @HarryTwatter Před 9 dny +3

    if I'm ever rich enough to have a 2nd cool toy car, this would be right up there

  • @Juan-ri4mx
    @Juan-ri4mx Před 9 dny +2

    This is the most fun I've seen on your face and smile, Joe! Awesome review and car!

  • @ismaeltorres3975
    @ismaeltorres3975 Před 10 dny +3

    Joe you put a smile on my face watching you having fun and enjoying the performance and handling of that beautiful sport car.😊

  • @abrahamnutrition
    @abrahamnutrition Před 9 dny +3

    The engine sounds glorious! I can't believe that's coming from that Camry engine.

  • @tigerhoods7927
    @tigerhoods7927 Před 10 dny +3

    I feel like this car company as always been underrated they make great looking cars

  • @markpotter780
    @markpotter780 Před 9 dny +2

    Thanks Joe for your review of your first Lotus. I look forward to when you get an opportunity to review the Emira. I love your approach to reviewing cars. You are very thorough. I think you could put a lot of car salespeople to shame. Thanks Joe.

  • @yohazem1
    @yohazem1 Před 9 dny +2

    Man you are a great shifter best CZcamsr shifter by far wish I could take stick shift lessons with you lol

  • @wiilli7685
    @wiilli7685 Před 9 dny +2

    My oh my! That sounds menacing and feisty. 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

  • @Chris-ho9pq
    @Chris-ho9pq Před 9 dny +1

    Thank you Joe and Steven for this awesome presentation for Lotus.

  • @WesterGuard
    @WesterGuard Před 9 dny +2

    Lotus Evora GT = ART 🎨

  • @Angelbonilla1982
    @Angelbonilla1982 Před 9 dny +2

    This is a sport light car!! Doesn't need any technology, just pure driving.

  • @patrickj5731
    @patrickj5731 Před 9 dny +3

    Just think about it for a minute, Joe if the car had a transmission that shift as fast as a PDK, down pipes, and a tune, it would be a supercar killer, especially on track days😁😆

  • @ahmedalbaiti8408
    @ahmedalbaiti8408 Před 9 dny +1

    So much fun to see Joe taking this one for a spin. Excellent review! I consider myself very lucky to have a 2020 Evora GT in the same grey. Every drive is an event. Feels more connected than anything else I have ever driven!

  • @CommandoMaster
    @CommandoMaster Před 9 dny +7

    85K USD for a sports car that isn't a 911 is crazy!

    • @Lookin4WhoAsked
      @Lookin4WhoAsked Před 8 dny +2

      LOL you’re on crack. Besides 911’s are $100k+ for any low mileage 2020-now models

  • @julioirizarry4262
    @julioirizarry4262 Před 10 dny +3

    Special car for sure. Are you reviewing the Emira anytime soon? Great reviews as usual.

  • @manuelcamomot5152
    @manuelcamomot5152 Před 10 dny +8

    Car looks amazing.

  • @kramer8865
    @kramer8865 Před 10 dny +5

    Looking forward to seeing you review the new Emira. Great review Joe.

  • @EG-bk7lg
    @EG-bk7lg Před 5 dny +1

    Man..i'm sitting here smiling and turning my head around the curves!!! Great camerawork and content! Thanks

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  Před 5 dny

      I am so glad that you could ride shotgun with me!

  • @KaiWalker-cf5xs
    @KaiWalker-cf5xs Před 10 dny +14

    Thank you Joe for reviewing this car for me I love you so much comment from Lou Cree

  • @kovalm3
    @kovalm3 Před 9 dny +2

    Thanks Joe. Amazing car. Very special.

  • @kickstand801
    @kickstand801 Před 10 dny +3

    Haven't heard about Lotus since I played Nees for Speed 2😂. Beating everyone with the Lotus GT1

  • @Angelbonilla1982
    @Angelbonilla1982 Před 9 dny +2

    Gorgeous design!! Perfect in every single way!!

  • @ArabianOak
    @ArabianOak Před 9 dny +33

    See 100 Porsche a day. See zero lotus a day. Street presence, sound, old school tech. Toyota reliability. I’ll take the lotus.

    • @Yukon6255
      @Yukon6255 Před 9 dny +1

      You failed the test!

    • @ArabianOak
      @ArabianOak Před 9 dny +4

      @@Yukon6255 what test is that? porsche fan boy test?

    • @TheIntensiveCarUnit
      @TheIntensiveCarUnit Před 8 dny +2

      Toyota reliability... But lotus has touched it! Lol

    • @Yukon6255
      @Yukon6255 Před 7 dny

      @@ArabianOak Fan boy lol, come on. Porsche is just on another level, there is a reason why Porsche's hold there value and Lotus doesn't. What Lotus can you buy and flip for a profit, I'll wait...................

    • @zachbruner481
      @zachbruner481 Před 7 dny +1

      Lotus has always been a dream brand since I was a kid. This continues that

  • @shaniyoung6506
    @shaniyoung6506 Před 9 dny +2

    Lotuses with the supercharged V6 are my favourite performamce cars

  • @rosstoolfan
    @rosstoolfan Před 9 dny +3

    This drivetrain reminded me of the Shelby Series One with the supercharged Olds Aurora 4.0 V8

  • @bossy1ish
    @bossy1ish Před 8 dny +2

    I was not expecting this lotus review cool

  • @sublimegt500
    @sublimegt500 Před 9 dny +3

    Disclaimer: No laws were broken during the making of this video 🤣🤣

  • @Glideslopes
    @Glideslopes Před 9 dny +2

    You need one in your garage Joe.

  • @shoryukenpower
    @shoryukenpower Před 10 dny +8

    I saw a Lotus Elise a couple months ago. it looked cool but I never realized how tiny they are in person. I can't imagine anyone over 5'5 or 120 pounds being able to get in and out of that car comfortably lol

  • @deundreward7057
    @deundreward7057 Před 7 dny +1

    This car brand was the one of my favorites besides Toyota, Honda, Lexus, Acura, and Scion.

  • @tspidey007
    @tspidey007 Před 7 dny +1

    Change that color to either red, white, or yellow with black out mirror caps, and this thing is perfect 👍

  • @Angelbonilla1982
    @Angelbonilla1982 Před 9 dny +2

    One of my favorites!,🎉🎉

  • @jeromegriffiths4462
    @jeromegriffiths4462 Před 9 dny +2

    That’s Car Looking Nice

  • @davidwood7170
    @davidwood7170 Před 9 dny +1

    That car could outperform a GT4 with a smaller pulley on the Supercharger and a few supporting mods that go with it. .. I wonder if one could adopt that Supercharger onto a Camary TRD V6.. Ohhh boy!

  • @DominionAnako-bb7ry
    @DominionAnako-bb7ry Před 9 dny +3

    Love your video

  • @Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219

    Amazing review Joe.

  • @dominickirkwood
    @dominickirkwood Před 9 dny +1

    Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

  • @bryy2053
    @bryy2053 Před 9 dny

    I absolutely love the sound coming from the exhaust of this car. Toyota, take notes for crying out loud. Do something amazing with that engine.

  • @4OclockCrown
    @4OclockCrown Před 9 dny +1

    Very cool, Joe!

  • @Nick-hz2kl
    @Nick-hz2kl Před 9 dny +2

    Teddy Ruckspin and My Buddy . You’re old if you know about em. Joe is wild for that reference

  • @swmann2
    @swmann2 Před 9 dny +2

    On throttle here we goooo!!!!! ... Oops sorry, let's wait a few minutes for the torque to hit ... Ok here we goooo!

  • @mariowhyte7848
    @mariowhyte7848 Před 8 dny

    Now This...THIS is how I want my. Camry to sound!!! LISTEN TO THE EXHAUST NOTE!!! HOOOOOOLY TOLEEEEDOOOO!!! Great car by Lotus!!! Awesome review Joe!!!

  • @heroaustin6893
    @heroaustin6893 Před 10 dny +2

    Gotta love the Evora GT. I honestly think it's truly a successor to the NA1/NA2 NSX which the Evora GT reminds me of. It's mid-engine and rear-wheel drive, just like the 1st gen NSX. Not only that, that V6 engine is what I like about the Evora GT despite the fact that this V6 was built by a Japanese brand like Toyota which Lotus uses. Even with a supercharger on this Toyota 2GR-FE V6, it has more characteristics than a Porsche Cayman when that V6 screams. But, with the Lotus Emira being the final gas-powered car by Lotus, would you take the Evora GT or Emira?

    • @TheRaysDoc
      @TheRaysDoc Před 9 dny +3

      Evora GT: More horsepower, last handmade Lotus, and very limited production run less than 300 in 2000 and 2021 made for United States. If you have kids, the Evora also has back seats. The Evora is also a simpler car than the Emira with less electronics so there is less that can go wrong with it.

  • @HanshiroParker
    @HanshiroParker Před 9 dny

    FINALLYYY! A LOTUS EVORA! Let’s goooo!

  • @EthiopianSCOOT23
    @EthiopianSCOOT23 Před 10 dny +2

    416 hp! I was not expecting that

  • @max85220
    @max85220 Před 9 dny

    My God!!!! The sound ❤😂

  • @danielallocca7770
    @danielallocca7770 Před 9 dny +2

    I have literally been looking at this car on autotrader 😂😂😂

  • @marcfrank590
    @marcfrank590 Před 9 dny +1

    There was also Lotus Europa

  • @Briangnc96
    @Briangnc96 Před 2 dny

    Love that damn sound!!!

  • @davidsagastume3700
    @davidsagastume3700 Před 8 dny

    Cool review

  • @nascarniko2244
    @nascarniko2244 Před 6 dny

    I had a sky blue evora gt with the full carbon package and gulf livery. It was an awesome car people went crazy about it

  • @thetrafa1313
    @thetrafa1313 Před 9 dny +1

    Beautiful vehicle

  • @tuxedoblackcat1680
    @tuxedoblackcat1680 Před 9 dny

    It's my only beloved reason when it comes to me loving Lotus. Placing an Engine that comes from my most beloved V6 Sedan in America, the Toyota Camry V6.

  • @crunchers9
    @crunchers9 Před 9 dny

    Joe talked about the Lotus badge without using the word "iconic"!

  • @PopeyeFPV
    @PopeyeFPV Před 9 dny +1

    Joe, this Lotus is, hmmm....how should I say this....er.....uh....well it's CUTE, but I want your E-Ray ! I'm SOLD on it. Let's see more of the E-Ray ! Anyhow nice review on this....Cheers buddy!

  • @tedwhite5197
    @tedwhite5197 Před 9 dny +1

    Love it!

  • @RickMentore
    @RickMentore Před 9 dny

    I can tell you a bit more fun with this one!

  • @eric_kuj44
    @eric_kuj44 Před 8 dny

    The Lotus Evora GT looks to be great sports car and the sound from that engine is insane. I would still have to go with the Cayman GT4 because I think that it looks better, it has a nicer interior, and it's a Porsche. You definitely can't go wrong with a Porsche, especially a GT product. For me the Porsche is the whole package, while the Lotus is only good in some key areas like handling and sound.

  • @darniusterix5774
    @darniusterix5774 Před 9 dny

    You were racing the airplane there for a sec!

  • @splinky45
    @splinky45 Před 8 dny

    Awesome video. I would take this over the Porsche. I'm always drawn to a unique car. I had an MR2 Spyder when everyone had a Miata. I have a Polestar 2 when everyone has a Tesla. My problem with Porsche is any customization is an added $$. Different color,different upholstery, etc. etc.

  • @jasondickens9003
    @jasondickens9003 Před 9 dny

    How in the world has Toyota not figured out how to make the Camry sound as good as that Evora. The Evora is just a sexy looking vehicle and magnoglorious sounding WTF!!!!. it will depreciate quicker than the Porsche cayman GT4 which means as a used car it might be a bargain. The Toyota engine reliability is a plus which will allow for you to focus on the other English car problems that will arise. at least it won't leave you stranded on the side of the road.

  • @tatankahanska120
    @tatankahanska120 Před 9 dny +1

    Lotus should build the new MR2

  • @tomdrummy4984
    @tomdrummy4984 Před 10 dny +3

    Nice !!! But I think I would rather have a Porsche 😁

  • @omarcortes5754
    @omarcortes5754 Před 10 dny +7

    You took me by surprise, I honestly thought Lotus no longer exists.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  Před 10 dny +4

      I’m glad. Could bring it to you!

    • @Victic005
      @Victic005 Před 10 dny +4

      It's Fisker who no longer exists.

    • @ardoin_337
      @ardoin_337 Před 10 dny +3

      They're actually producing a ton of electric SUVs that should be on the road very soon. Oh the downfall of lotus.

  • @nicholascaldwell1512
    @nicholascaldwell1512 Před 9 dny +1

    Roof would look nice carbon fiber.

  • @Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790

    Yeah of course & I want to buy this car badly.

  • @BetterASKSOME1
    @BetterASKSOME1 Před 9 dny +1

    Why won't GM bring back the 1988 fiero GT with a 400 HP

  • @s.gharavi1614
    @s.gharavi1614 Před 9 dny

    Hello! The Emira is available and shipping. No one should be overpaying for an Evora, which is a 12 year old+ design.

  • @jpetm1046
    @jpetm1046 Před 9 dny +1

    You forgot to mention the year on your title (2021) Lotus

  • @Gohsted
    @Gohsted Před 8 dny

    I NEED IT!!

  • @kinghill500
    @kinghill500 Před 9 dny +1

    Nice car

  • @dorsia4167
    @dorsia4167 Před 10 dny +2

    Teddy Ruxpin 😂

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  Před 10 dny +2

      My sister had one! 😂

    • @cbotten106
      @cbotten106 Před 10 dny +1

      @@RaitisRides Teddy is definitely less creepy than a Furby.

    • @RickStarzz
      @RickStarzz Před 9 dny +2

      Not like my pet monster 😂

  • @giovannygianni4804
    @giovannygianni4804 Před 7 dny +1

    (If your ready, I'm ready!!) ... (On throttle, here we go!!) merch on the way 🤔

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  Před 7 dny +1

      Hey Gio! We are actually getting those shirt designs together as we speak!

    • @giovannygianni4804
      @giovannygianni4804 Před 7 dny

      @@RaitisRides
      Big respect, the man with a plan 💪
      🍻

  • @billeichenberger5370
    @billeichenberger5370 Před 10 dny +4

    The EMIRA is GORGEOUS. THANKS Joe.

  • @rl6210
    @rl6210 Před 5 dny

    I would buy it just for the engine sound alone

  • @ethandeuel4313
    @ethandeuel4313 Před 9 dny

    Yes 🙌