1987-1994 Esprit OverviewLotus Esprit Overview (1987 - 1994)
X180
Tech Specs Summary
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- 138 - 180 mph
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- 4.8 - 6.5 seconds
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- 172 - 300 hp
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- 16.3 - 23.3 mpg
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- 2,595 - 2,952 lbs
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- 4.1 - 7.1 ft3
This generation of the Lotus Esprit (X180) was produced by the British manufacturer Lotus between 1987 - 1994. It's a rear mid engined rear-wheel drive Coupé. There are many power levels available from either a 2.2 L Inline 4 gasoline engine or 2 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline 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 300 which scores 4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 300 hp and a power/weight ratio of 8.93 lb/hp it has a top speed of 180 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Lotus Esprit is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 412 miles and can store 7.1 cubic feet of cargo.