- Lotus Exige S, 2012
Raw performance, agility, unparalleled ride and handling and mind blowing drive experience, these attributes are what people have come to expect from Lotus. And we don't like to disappoint. After months of media speculation Group Lotus is proud to announce the latest addition to the family: the extraordinary new Lotus Exige S, the ultimate lightweight high performance sportscar.
Alongside the staggering power to weight ratio, the Lotus Exige S has a completely new exterior and interior look and feel. The dramatic styling overhaul sees a completely new look for the Exige including a new front splitter and rear spoiler giving it a strong and aerodynamic profile.
There are two new interior package options available: Premium and Premium Sport. The Premium Pack provides added comfort and style where as the Premium Sport option focuses on creating an internal space optimised for ultimate driver involvement.
Built for the adrenalin hungry sportscar aficionado, the Lotus Exige S features high performance bespoke tyre package with Pirelli P-Zero Corsa tyres as standard. A Lotus DPM (Dynamic Performance Management) switch allows the driver to switch between three driving modes: Touring, Sport and DPM off.
And if three dynamic settings are not enough, an additional Race Pack option is available which adds a fourth driving mode setting: Race. This setting provides the maximum possible traction out of corners. The Race Pack also features Launch Control and an optimised suspension setting making the car perfect for letting rip on the track.
Lotus Exige S Technical Specifications
Engine: Mid-mounted, transverse, 3456 cm3, 2GR-FE engine, V6, 24 valve
Max Power: 350 PS / 257.5 kW / 345 hp @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque: 400 Nm / 295 lb ft @ 4500 rpm
Transmission: EA60 6 speed transverse Sports Ratios manual gearbox with open differential
0-100 km/h: ~3.8 seconds
0-160 km/h: 7.9 seconds
Maximum speed: ~274 km/h / ~170 mph
Fuel tank capacit: 40 litres ( 8.8 gal [UK] )
Dimensions
Wheelbase: 2370 mm
Track
front: 1453 mm
rear: 1499 mm
Overall length: 4052 mm
Overall width (door mirrors excluded): 1802 mm
Overall height - midladen (as per unladen with 2x 75 kg occupants): 1153 mm
Overhang
front: 880 mm (including splitter)
rear: 802 mm
Ramp Angle
front: 7.4 degrees
rear: 16.4 degrees
Target Vehicle mass - kerb: 1,080 kg
