Does the 2026 Lotus Emira need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$343extra a year
- Premium listed for the Turbo SE RWD.
- All 5 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 90% of 29 coupes (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turbo SE RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Turbo SE Racing Line RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| V6 SE RWD | N/A | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| V6 SE Racing Line RWD | N/A | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Jim Clark Edition Coupe RWD | N/A | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lotus Emira | Turbo SE RWD | Premium |
| 2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray | Corvette E-Ray AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Lexus LC | LC 500 RWD | Premium |
| 2026 BMW 8 Series | 840i RWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree