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Lotus Excel SA

General information

ModelLotus Excel SA
Year1986
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2174 ccm (132.66 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2174 ccm (132.66 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power182.50 PS (134 kW or 180 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque224.00 Nm (22.8 kgf-m or 165.2 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.9:1
Bore x stroke95.3 x 76.2 mm (3.8 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
0-60 miles8.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1551 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4530 litres (1,197 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1177 kg (2,594.8 pounds)
Overall length4380 mm (172.4 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1020 mm (40.2 inches)
Wheelbase2490 mm (98.0 inches)
Fuel capacity31.0 litres (8.19 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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