1966-1974 Europa OverviewLotus Europa Overview (1966 - 1974)
1966 - 1974
Tech Specs Summary
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- 112 - 122 mph
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- 6.8 - 10.6 seconds
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- 82 - 126 hp
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- 29.4 mpg
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- 1,349 - 1,565 lbs
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- 7.5 ft3
This generation of the Lotus Europa was produced by the British manufacturer Lotus between 1966 - 1974. It's a rear mid engined rear-wheel drive Coupé. There are four power levels available from a 1.5 L Inline 4 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and chapman struts rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Europa is the Lotus Europa Special which scores 3.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 126 hp and a power/weight ratio of 11.99 lb/hp it has a top speed of 122 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Lotus Europa S1 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 248 miles and can store 7.5 cubic feet of cargo.