Greetings from Paris! After an epic traffic jam to reach the Porte de Versailles and failing to find a seat in this packed press room, here’s the start of our live report from the show. And to kick things off, we have something Malaysians are familiar with – Proton’s EMAS concept with three doors and a Lotus badge. It’s called the Lotus CityCar Concept and sports styling that differs from the EMAS. Click here to see the EMAS.
This CityCar Concept is not part of the five new Lotus cars that will mark a new beginning for the company. The five new cars will be unveiled later in the afternoon. It’s a full range of sports cars ranging from a lightweight compact model like the Elise, to a full on supercar that takes aim at the best from Ferrari and Porsche. There’s also a luxury GT and a four-door version that should be a challenger to the Panamera.
Meanwhile, take a look at this CityCar Concept. The front styling is the “new face” of Lotus which you will see on the new range. Gone is the old look with the Lotus mouth – in with super sharp lines and squinty eyes.
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The comments generally express interest and positive opinions about the Lotus CityCar Concept, noting its sleek design and potential competition with Mini Cooper. Some commenters compare the design to the Toyota IQ and Range Rover Evoque, while others critique the name "EMAS," calling it cheap or unsuitable. There is skepticism about whether the car will go into production and concerns over pricing, with some hoping for an affordable price under RM60k. Several comments mention the resemblance to Proton Emas, with some favoring the Lotus version for its aesthetics, while others criticize Proton's design quality. Overall, most comments show excitement about the concept, mixed with some skepticism and playful banter.