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Lotus Carlton

General information

ModelLotus Carlton
Year1989
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3615 ccm (220.59 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement3615 ccm (220.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max torque569.16 Nm (58.0 kgf-m or 419.8 ft.lbs)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed289.0 km/h (179.6 mph)
0-60 miles5.1 seconds

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4510 litres (1,192 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4780 mm (188.2 inches)
Overall width1940 mm (76.4 inches)
Overall height1940 mm (76.4 inches)
Wheelbase2750 mm (108.3 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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