Autoknowtive
Lotus Esprit
Lotus built the Esprit in 1976–2004. Autoknowtive’s catalog has one: the 1980 Lotus Esprit. Body styles here: Coupé. Sold new in North America and Europe.
- Built
- 1976–2004
- Brand from
- UK
- Part of
- Geely
- Body styles
- Coupé
- Sold new in
- North America and Europe
- In the catalog
- 1 car
How it changed
The most powerful here is the 1980 Lotus Esprit at 355 hp (265 kW), more than 76% of the cars in the catalog. Quickest from 0 to 62 mph: the 1980 Lotus Esprit, in 4.9 s.
Every Esprit in the catalog
Specs side by side
| Car | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Weight | Engine | Drive | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 Esprit | 355 hp (265 kW) | 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) | 4.9 s | 175 mph (282 km/h) | 1,378 kg (3,038 lb) | 3.5 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 5-Speed manual |
Power is the figure quoted for that version. Fuel economy is the best EPA combined rating, US models only.
Rivals
Cars from other brands in the same class, with similar power and from the same years:
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