2004-2011 Exige OverviewLotus Exige Overview (2004 - 2011)
2004 - 2011
Tech Specs Summary
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- 146 - 153 mph
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- 4.1 - 5.2 seconds
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- 189 - 256 hp
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- 25.8 - 27.6 mpg
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- 1,962 - 2,077 lbs
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- 4 ft3
This generation of the Lotus Exige was produced by the British manufacturer Lotus between 2004 - 2011. It's a rear mid engined rear-wheel drive Coupé. There are five power levels available from either a 1.8 L Inline 4 gasoline engine or 1.8 L Inline 4 Supercharged gasoline engine. It has double wishbone suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Exige is the Lotus Exige Cup 260 which scores 4.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 256 hp and a power/weight ratio of 7.67 lb/hp it has a top speed of 152 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.1 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Lotus Exige S 260 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 292 miles and can store 4 cubic feet of cargo.