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Lotus Exige 240 R

General information

ModelLotus Exige 240 R
Year2005
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating64.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power246.40 PS (181 kW or 243 HP) at 7800 Rev. per min.
Max torque236.00 Nm (24.1 kgf-m or 174.1 ft.lbs) at 7000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke82.0 x 85.0 mm (3.2 x 3.3 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed249.0 km/h (154.7 mph)
0-60 miles4.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2649 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3950 litres (1,044 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks

Dimensions and weight

Weight930 kg (2,050.3 pounds)
Overall length3800 mm (149.6 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1160 mm (45.7 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2310 mm (90.9 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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