The 2010 Lotus Evora at a glance

2010 Lotus Evora Base price: $73,500Price, as tested: $85,680Powertrain: transversely mid-mounted 3.5-liter DOHC V-6 with variable valve timing, six-speed manual transmission; rear-wheel drive with limited-slip differentialHorsepower: 276 at 6,400 rpmTorque: 258 pound-feet at 4,700 rpmCurb weight: 3,046 pounds0-60 mph: Under 5 secondsWheelbase: 101.4 inchesOverall length: 170.9 inchesEPA fuel economy: 30 mpg combined (estimated)Final thoughts: The most fun you can have with driving shoes on.