2013 Lotus Evora
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 2 of 3 complaints (67%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 2 in 2012 to 3 in 2013.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | vs. 2013 Minicompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,350–3,900 | 3,350–3,900 | 3,350–3,900 | 3,500–3,900 | |
| Combined MPG | 20–23 | 20–23 | 20–23 | 20–22 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–20 / 26–28 | 17–20 / 26–28 | 17–20 / 26–28 | 17–19 / 26–28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 386–444 | 386–444 | 390–433 | 396–433 | |
| Complaints filed | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Lotus Evora have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Lotus Evora get?
EPA rates it 20–23 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Lotus Evora?
EPA estimates $3,350–$3,900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 18 mpg | 26 mpg (low) | 21 mpg | $3,700 | 420 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 17 mpg (low) | 26 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | $3,900 (high) | 433 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 20 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | $3,350 (low) | 390 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 19 mpg | 28 mpg (high) | 22 mpg | $3,500 | 402 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · Campaign 13V216000 · May 23, 2013
Defect: Lotus Cars is recalling certain model year 2013 Evora vehicles manufactured September 2012 through November 2012. These vehicles have been granted a temporary exemption from the requirement to conform to the latest passenger side advanced air bag requirements covered by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," but the affected vehicles do not a contain temporary exemption label in accordance with 49 CFR 555.9. Additionally, the affected vehicles have the incorrect date of manufacture on the Federal Certification Label.
Consequence: An incorrect certification label may prevent the owner from determining recall applicability, potentially increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Lotus Cars will notify the owners instructing them to take their vehicle to a Lotus dealer. The federal compliance label will be replaced and an exemption label will be applied, free of charge. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may contact Lotus at 1-770-476-6564. Lotus Cars' recall number is 2013/02R.