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Lotus Esprit S4 S

General information

ModelLotus Esprit S4 S
Year1995
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.7 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 power304.9 PS (224 kW or 301 HP) at 6400 Rev. per min.
Max torque380.00 Nm (38.7 kgf-m or 280.3 ft.lbs) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke95.3 x 76.2 mm (3.8 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed266.0 km/h (165.3 mph)
0-50 miles3.7 seconds
0-60 miles4.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2321 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4510 litres (1,192 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (417.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 296 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 300 mm
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1315 kg (2,899.1 pounds)
Overall length4420 mm (174.0 inches)
Overall width1890 mm (74.4 inches)
Overall height1160 mm (45.7 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity73.0 litres (19.29 gallons)
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