Lotus Exige Exige I
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Lotus - Exige I

Details-
BrandLotus
ModelExige
GenerationExige I
Modification1.8 i 16V (179 Hp)
Start Of Production2000
End Of Production2002

Performance

The Exige is a car that can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, and has a maximum speed of 219 km/h (136.08 mph). It can also accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 4.7 seconds and from 0 to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh4.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph4.9 sec
Max Speed219 km/h 136.08 mph
Acceleration 0 60 Mph4.7 sec

Body & Dimensions

The Lotus Exige is a lightweight, high-performance coupe with a sleek design and impressive handling capabilities. With a length of 3.78 meters, width of 1.72 meters, and height of 1.18 meters, it is a compact yet powerful vehicle.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats2
Doors2
Length3780 mm 148.82 in.
Width1720 mm 67.72 in.
Height1175 mm 46.26 in.
Wheelbase2300 mm 90.55 in.
Front Track1454 mm 57.24 in.
Rear Track1489 mm 58.62 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Lotus Exige is a high-performance sports car that runs on petrol (gasoline) fuel type, offering a thrilling driving experience with its exceptional power and agility.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The Lotus Exige is a high-performance sports car powered by a 1.8-liter, 4-cylinder engine producing 179 horsepower and 171 Nm of torque. It features a rear-wheel drive layout and a 5-speed manual transmission. The car has a coil spring suspension system and a naturally aspirated engine. With a power-to-weight ratio of 99.7 Hp/l, this car is designed for speed and agility.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power179 Hp @ 7800 rpm.
Power Per Litre99.7 Hp/l
Torque171 Nm @ 5000 rpm. 126.12 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm.
Engine LayoutMiddle, Longitudinal
Engine Displacement1795 cm3 109.54 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore80 mm 3.15 in.
Piston Stroke89.3 mm 3.52 in.
Compression Ratio11.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionCoil spring
Rear SuspensionCoil spring

Brakes

The Lotus Exige is a high-performance sports car with ventilated discs on both the front and rear brakes, assisted by an Anti-lock braking system. It features a steering rack and pinion system and comes with 17-inch wheels and 215/40 R17 and 245/40 R17 tires.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Tires Size215/40 R17; 245/40 R17
Wheel Rims Size17

Weight & Capacity

The Exige boasts a remarkable power-to-weight ratio, achieving 229.5 hp/tonne. This lightweight sports car delivers exceptional handling and agility, making it a thrilling drive. Its lightweight construction and powerful engine result in a thrilling driving experience.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio4.4 kg/Hp, 229.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio4.6 kg/Nm, 219.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight780 kg 1719.61 lbs.
Max Weight965 kg 2127.46 lbs.
Max Load185 kg 407.86 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum115 l 4.06 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity40 l 10.57 US gal | 8.8 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Lotus - Exige I

The Lotus Exige has a seating capacity of 2 people.

The wheelbase of the Lotus Exige is 2.3 meters.

The track width of the Lotus Exige is 1.45 meters at the front and 1.49 meters at the rear.

The Exige can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds.

The Exige has a maximum speed of 219 km/h (136.08 mph).

The Exige can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds.

Petrol (Gasoline)

Exige

Yes

1795 cm3 or 109.54 cu. in.

Rear-wheel drive

5-speed manual

The Lotus Exige has ventilated discs on both the front and rear brakes.

The Lotus Exige has a steering rack and pinion system.

The Lotus Exige comes with 215/40 R17 and 245/40 R17 tires.

The Exige typically comes with a V6 or V8 engine.

While possible, the Exige is not ideal for daily driving due to its stiff suspension and limited storage space.

The Exige's top speed varies by model, but it can reach up to 170 mph.

The spec sheet does not include fuel consumption information.

The minimum trunk/boot space is 115 l (4.06 cu. ft).

The maximum weight capacity of the Exige is 965 kg (2127.46 lbs), including passengers and cargo.