Lotus Evora Priced from $73,500 in the States

The all-new Lotus Evora mid-engined coupe will hit U.S. showrooms in early 2010 with prices starting from $73,500, the British automaker announced today. That's 12 grand more than the 320HP Porsche Cayman S ($61,500) but $5,500 less than the entry-level Porsche 911 with RWD and 345HP ($77,800).

The Evora is powered by a Toyota-sourced 3.5-liter V6 producing 276 hp at 6,400 rpm and 258 lb./ft. of torque at 4,700 rpm that drives the rear wheels through a 6-speed manual transmission.

Lotus says that the 2+2 seater is capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph (96km/h) in 4.9 seconds and reach a top speed 162mph (260km/h) while also delivering over 30 miles per gallon on the highway.

The U.S. market Evora will come equipped with several standards fetures including bi-xenon headlamps, air-conditioning system, leather seats, Alpine audio system and a flat-bottomed leather and magnesium steering wheel.

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Lotus Evora Optional Equipment Pricing

2010 Lotus Evora 2+2	$73,500
Premium Package	$1,990
Sport Package	$1,275
Technology Package	$2,995
Sports Ratio 6-Speed Gearbox	$1,500
Premium (IMPRINT) Audio	$695
Reversing Camera	$495
Power Folding Mirrors	$450
Stealth Grey Cast Alloy Wheels	$475
Silver Forged Alloy Wheels	$1,750
Anthracite Forged Alloy Wheels	$2,125
Metallic Paint	$590
Lifestyle Paint	$1,200
Limited Paint	$3,300
StarShield	$995
Destination	$1,175