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Lotus Exige S

General information

ModelLotus Exige S
Year2010
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.2 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 city driving10.4 litres/100 km (22.66 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving8.7 litres/100 km (27.19 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving6.2 litres/100 km (38.06 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 power221.00 PS (163 kW or 218 HP) at 7800 Rev. per min.
Max torque221.00 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.5:1
Bore x stroke82.0 x 85.0 mm (3.2 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed238.0 km/h (147.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)4.3 seconds
0-60 miles4.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2364 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3950 litres (1,044 gallons)
Cargo space112 litres (30 gallons)
Optional cargo space115 litres (30 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringOptional traction control. Rack and pinion. Power assisted.
Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS). Antilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution

Dimensions and weight

Weight935 kg (2,061.3 pounds)
Max weight with load1121 kg (2,471.4 pounds)
Overall length3800 mm (149.6 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1170 mm (46.1 inches)
Wheelbase2310 mm (90.9 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR48625
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