Lotus Esprit SE

General information
Model	Lotus Esprit SE
Year	1994
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	2172 ccm (132.54 cubic inches)
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 5-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Middle
Displacement	2172 ccm (132.54 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 4 cylinder
Max power	268.00 PS (197 kW or 264 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque	480.02 Nm (48.9 kgf-m or 354.1 ft.lbs) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke	95.3 x 76.2 mm (3.8 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel system	Turbo
Valves per cylinder	4
Fuel control	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Manual, 5-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	267.0 km/h (165.9 mph)
0-60 miles	4.7 seconds
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Coupe
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	4510 litres (1,192 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Brake details	Antiblocking system (ABS)
Dimensions and weight
Overall length	4340 mm (170.9 inches)
Overall width	1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height	1160 mm (45.7 inches)
Ground clearance	150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase	2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity	72.0 litres (19.02 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin	UK