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* | * For 2008, Lotus of Australia created the special edition '''Exige Sport 240'''. Billed as the most powerful Exige model, the car is motivated by the Toyota derived, 1.8 litre VVTL-i 4-cylinder unit which delivers 240hp, or 179kW, a 10 percent improvement over the Exige S. Torque also increases from 215Nm to 230Nm. 0 to 100km/h (62mph) is over in 4.2 sec, 0-160km/h (100mph) in 9.9 seconds and a top speed of 249km/h (155mph). Apart from the special badgetry, unique features of the Exige Sport 240 include the driver-adjustable stand-alone traction control, similar to systems used in Formula 1 and the standard torque-sensing limited-slip differential. The special edition Exige will be uncloaked at the Sydney show in October where it will officially go on sale for 149,990 AUD or 124,586 USD. | ||
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Revision as of 12:06, 27 August 2007
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| Lotus Exige | |
|---|---|
| Lotus | |
| aka | |
| Production | 2006 - current (North America) |
| Class | Sports Car |
| Body Style | 2-door coupe |
| Length | 149.5" |
| Width | 68.0" |
| Height | 45.6" |
| Wheelbase | 90.6" |
| Weight | 2,015 lbs |
| Transmission | 6-Speed manual |
| Engine | Toyota 1796 cc I-4 |
| Power | 190hp @ 7800rpm |
| Similar | Lotus Elise, Lotus Exige S |
| Designer | |
The Lotus Exige is a two-door, two-seat sports car made by Lotus Cars. It is essentially a coupe version of the Lotus Elise.
The original Exige was launched in 2000 and had a 1.8 L Rover K Series engine. It produced 170 bhp in standard form and 190 bhp in the VHPD version. Compared to the Elise, it had wider wheel arches, a front splitter, a large rear spoiler and a fiberglass roof.
In 2004, the Series 2 Exige was introduced. It features a 1.8 L Toyota engine that produces 189 bhp.
In February 2005, Lotus announced a limited production run of 50 Exiges, using the Toyota engine with a supercharger, that increases the power output to 243 bhp. These vehicles are only available in yellow or black, representing the colors of Lotus Sport, and are badged 240R. They have a projected 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) time of 3.9 seconds and 0-100 mph (0-160 km/h) of 9.9 seconds, with a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h) at a cost of £44,000.00 (approximately $76,500.00 or €65,000.00).
The North American Exige was unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in January, 2006.
On the 9th of February 2006 Lotus announced the Exige S. This features a 221 PS supercharged version of the Toyota engine. Unlike the Exige 240R, which was produced by Lotus Motorsport, it comes straight from the factory. Lotus figures claim a 0-60mph performance of 4.1 seconds and state that it is their quickest production car to date.
Recent Changes
- For 2008, Lotus of Australia created the special edition Exige Sport 240. Billed as the most powerful Exige model, the car is motivated by the Toyota derived, 1.8 litre VVTL-i 4-cylinder unit which delivers 240hp, or 179kW, a 10 percent improvement over the Exige S. Torque also increases from 215Nm to 230Nm. 0 to 100km/h (62mph) is over in 4.2 sec, 0-160km/h (100mph) in 9.9 seconds and a top speed of 249km/h (155mph). Apart from the special badgetry, unique features of the Exige Sport 240 include the driver-adjustable stand-alone traction control, similar to systems used in Formula 1 and the standard torque-sensing limited-slip differential. The special edition Exige will be uncloaked at the Sydney show in October where it will officially go on sale for 149,990 AUD or 124,586 USD.
Specifications
According to Lotus, it has the following specifications:
Engine:
- Toyota Supplied, 1796 cc I-4, DOHC with VVTL-i (variable valve timing)
- Bore/Stroke 82 mm/85 mm
- 190hp @7800 rpm
- 138 ft·lbft @6800 rpm
- Compression ratio: 11.5:1
Transmission: 6-Speed, Close Ratio with Single-Plate Dry Clutch
Weight: 2016 lbs
Performance:
- 0-60 mph: 4.7 seconds
- 0-100 mph: 12.9 seconds
- Top speed: 147 mph
- Fuel consumption: 24 city / 29 highway
Exige S
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| Lotus Exige S | |
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| Lotus | |
| aka | |
| Production | 2007 - current (North America) |
| Class | Sports Car |
| Body Style | 2-door coupe |
| Length | 149.5" |
| Width | 68.0" |
| Height | 45.8" |
| Wheelbase | 90.6" |
| Weight | 2057 lbs (935 kg) |
| Transmission | 6-Speed manual |
| Engine | Toyota supercharged 1796 cc I-4 |
| Power | 218hp @ 7800rpm |
| Similar | Lotus Elise, Lotus Exige |
| Designer | |
In February, 2006 Lotus announced the Exige S model which used a supercharged Toyota engine (originally seen naturally aspirated in the Celica GT-S) producing 218 bhp.[2] The S was also made available in North American markets as a 2007 model.
Specifications
According to Lotus, the Exige S model has the following specifications:
Engine:
- Toyota Supplied, 1796 cc I-4, DOHC with VVTL-i (variable valve timing with lift intelligence), supercharged and intercooled
- Bore/Stroke 82 mm/85 mm
- 218 hp (162.5 kW) @ 7800 rpm
- 158.6 ft·lbf (215 N·m) @ 5500 rpm
- Compression ratio: 11.5:1
Transmission: 6-Speed, Close Ratio with Single-Plate Dry Clutch
Weight: 2057 lb (935 kg)
Exige S Performance:
- 0-60 (0-97 km/h): 4.1 seconds
- 0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 9.98 seconds
- Top speed: 148 mph (238 km/h)
- Fuel consumption: 24 city / 29 highway
Exige S MSRP:
- $57,985
Gallery
2006 Lotus Exige
2007 Lotus Exige S at the Los Angeles International Auto Show
External Links
- Lotus Official Site
- Lotus USA Official Site
- Exige S Article
- SELOC, a not-for-profit global internet-based Lotus Enthusiasts Club, with a very active message board
- 2006 Lotus Exige S
This page uses content from Wikipedia; see Lotus Exige, which includes these contributors.
