Caterham 7 Superlight R500

General information
Model	Caterham 7 Superlight R500
Year	2000
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	1795 ccm (109.53 cubic inches)
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 6-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	1795 ccm (109.53 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 4 cylinder
Max power	233.20 PS (172 kW or 230 HP) at 8600 Rev. per min.
Max torque	210.00 Nm (21.4 kgf-m or 154.9 ft.lbs) at 7200 Rev. per min.
Compression	11.5:1
Bore x stroke	80.0 x 89.3 mm (3.1 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel system	Injection
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Manual, 6-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	235.0 km/h (146.0 mph)
0-60 miles	3.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.5070 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	3550 litres (938 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	10 m (409.4 inches)
Dimensions and weight
Weight	460 kg (1,014.1 pounds)
Overall length	3110 mm (122.4 inches)
Overall width	1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height	810 mm (31.9 inches)
Ground clearance	90 mm (3.5 inches)
Wheelbase	2230 mm (87.8 inches)
Other specifications
Country of origin	UK