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Caterham 7 Superlight R300

General information

ModelCaterham 7 Superlight R300
Year2003
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1794 ccm (109.47 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1794 ccm (109.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power162.20 PS (119 kW or 160 HP) at 7500 Rev. per min.
Max torque176.00 Nm (17.9 kgf-m or 129.8 ft.lbs) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke80.0 x 89.3 mm (3.1 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed209.0 km/h (129.9 mph)
0-60 miles4.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.3244 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2

Dimensions and weight

Weight500 kg (1,102.3 pounds)
Overall length3110 mm (122.4 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height810 mm (31.9 inches)
Wheelbase2230 mm (87.8 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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