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Lotus Esprit S4 S

General information

ModelLotus Esprit S4 S
Year1996
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58 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 power289.00 PS (213 kW or 285 HP)
Max torque509.86 Nm (52.0 kgf-m or 376.1 ft.lbs)
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke95.3 x 76.2 mm (3.8 x 3.0 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed265.0 km/h (164.7 mph)
0-60 miles4.7 seconds

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4510 litres (1,192 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (417.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4430 mm (174.4 inches)
Overall width1840 mm (72.4 inches)
Overall height1150 mm (45.3 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase2420 mm (95.3 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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