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Lotus Exige S

General information

ModelLotus Exige S
Year2009
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving8.8 litres/100 km (26.73 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power192.00 PS (141 kW or 189 HP) at 7800 Rev. per min.
Max torque180.00 Nm (18.4 kgf-m or 132.8 ft.lbs) at 6800 Rev. per min.
Compression12.0:1
Bore x stroke82.1 x 85.0 mm (3.2 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2096 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3970 litres (1,049 gallons)
Cargo space112 litres (30 gallons)
Optional cargo space112 litres (30 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted.
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution Antilocking brake system (ABS).
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight916 kg (2,019.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1040 kg (2,292.8 pounds)
Overall length3800 mm (149.6 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2310 mm (90.9 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR44930
CO2 emissions208.0 g/km
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