1993-2004 Esprit OverviewLotus Esprit Overview (1993 - 2004)
S4
Tech Specs Summary
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- 163 - 175 mph
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- 4.7 - 5.2 seconds
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- 240 - 350 BHP
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- 21.2 - 25.5 mpg
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- 1,230 - 1,380 kg
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- 200 L
This generation of the Lotus Esprit (S4) was produced by the British manufacturer Lotus between 1993 - 2004. It's a rear mid engined rear-wheel drive Coupé. There are four power levels available from either a 2.2 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine or 3.5 L V8 Bi-Turbo petrol engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Esprit is the Lotus Esprit Sport 350 which scores 4.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 350 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 269 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 175 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Lotus Esprit S4 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 488 miles and can store 200 litres of cargo.