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Lotus Exige

General information

ModelLotus Exige
Year2006
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1794 ccm (109.47 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving8.8 litres/100 km (26.73 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement1794 ccm (109.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power192.00 PS (141 kW or 189 HP) at 7800 Rev. per min.
Max torque172.00 Nm (17.5 kgf-m or 126.9 ft.lbs) at 6750 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)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed237.0 km/h (147.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2096 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4510 litres (1,192 gallons)
Cargo space112 litres (30 gallons)
Optional cargo space112 litres (30 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight916 kg (2,019.4 pounds)
Max weight with load800 kg (1,763.7 pounds)
Overall length3800 mm (149.6 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1150 mm (45.3 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2310 mm (90.9 inches)
Fuel capacity44.0 litres (11.62 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR44930
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