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Lotus Esprit HCI

General information

ModelLotus Esprit HCI
Year1986
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2174 ccm (132.66 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement2174 ccm (132.66 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power218.00 PS (160 kW or 215 HP)
Max torque405.09 Nm (41.3 kgf-m or 298.8 ft.lbs)
Bore x stroke95.3 x 76.2 mm (3.8 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed246.0 km/h (152.9 mph)
0-60 miles5.6 seconds

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4530 litres (1,197 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1120 mm (44.1 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
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