Lotus Espirit

This is the Lotus Espirit GT3 model.

Engine: Type 920
Mid-mounted Lotus 1973cc aluminium alloy 16-valve chargecooled engine.
Water cooled TB03 turbocharger with integral wastegate.
Multi-point fuel injection system and distributorless ignition.
Max. Power: 179 kW(240 BHP) at 6250 RPM (DIN)
Max. Torque: 294 Nm (216 lb ft) at 3750 RPM (DIN)
Compression Ratio: 8:0:1
Bore:95.27 mm
Stroke: 69.20 mmTransmissionHigh torque 5-speed manual transaxle with hydraulically operated clutch driving rear wheel. ChassisRigid steel zinc-coated backbone chassis, composite bodywork with seating for two.
Fuel System: Fuel tank
Capacity: 73 liters (16 gallons)
Fuel requirement: 95 RON minimum octane unleaded.
Front Suspension: Independent by upper and lower wishbones, with revised anti-roll bar, coil springs and telescopic dampers.
Power steering (PAS) fitted as standard. Rear Suspension: Independent by upper and lower transverse links, with radius arms, coil spring and telescopic dampers.
Aluminium hub carriers. Brakes: New Kelsey Hayes "430" three-channel ABS controller with tandem master cylinder and vaccum servo assistance.
Wheels: 5-spoke alloy to Lotus design, 17" diameter. 7J front and 8.5J rear rim sizes.
Tires: Unique Goodyear Eagle GS-A asymmetric.
Front 215/40ZR 17
Rear: 245/45ZR 17
Performance:
Max. Speed: 163.5 MPH (263 km/h)
0-60 MPH: 5.1 sec
0-100 MPH: 12.9 sec
Fuel Consumption: MPG(I/100 km)
Urban 14.919
Extra Urban: 32.88, 6
Combined: 22.612,5
Standard Equipment: Lotus sport seats, vinyl interior trim, power steering, ABS brakes, catalytic convertor, single key central locking, tilt/removable roof panel, front fog lights, electrically adjustable heated door mirror. Options: Airbags, leather trimmed sport seats, leather trimmed seats, Lotus alarm system, air conditioning, Alpine radio cassette, Alpine radio/CD, Alpine radio with CD multichanger.

Stats by LotusCo.co.uk

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