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Lotus Exige Scura

General information

ModelLotus Exige Scura
Year2010
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving10.2 litres/100 km (22.99 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving7.6 litres/100 km (30.99 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving6.0 litres/100 km (39.01 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 power257.00 PS (189 kW or 253 HP) at 8000 Rev. per min.
Max torque236.00 Nm (24.1 kgf-m or 174.1 ft.lbs) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed240.0 km/h (149.1 mph)
0-60 miles4.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2917 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4510 litres (1,192 gallons)
Optional cargo space115 litres (30 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringRack and pinion. Power assisted.
Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution

Dimensions and weight

Weight881 kg (1,942.3 pounds)
Max weight with load916 kg (2,019.4 pounds)
Overall length3790 mm (149.2 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1180 mm (46.5 inches)
Wheelbase2310 mm (90.9 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions208.0 g/km
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