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Lotus Europa S — Luxurious Lotusing

admin — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 13:48:23 +0000

The latest brand-new Lotus Europa S is a roadster designer sports car which is derived from the famed Exige cars. Initially, the Europa S car was decided to be manufactured in the parent company of Proton’s factory which is situated in Malaysia, but finally it was manufactured in Lotus Hethel factory.

The major spotlight of the Lotus Europe S sports car is, it weighs lighter around 2194 lb with a 200 hp 2.0 L power-boosted engine. Also, the Lotus Europe S makes use of a forcing opening and affixed aluminium chassis with combined body panels and front crash structure.

On the other hand, driving the Europe S make you feel greatly relaxed when compared to driving the Lotus Elise or Lotus Exige. The latest Europe S is designed with unique features that include improved soundproofing system, smoother cabin access, large boot, and elevated roof line. Withal, the Lotus Europe S appears to be extremely opulent and luxuries with a power-cooled air conditioning and custom stereophonic sound system.

The major spot light that needs to be highlighted is, the Lotus Europe S includes a high-quality leather interior and plush interior carpeting to give the real richness to the riders. So, get ready to have a smashing drive with the brand-new Lotus Europe S and enjoy the real sensating pleasurable ride!

Now THIS is how you’re supposed to drive…

admin — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 12:58:36 +0000

Seriously, THIS is how you’re supposed to be driving a Lotus. Driver Dean Evans pretty much starts at the back of the field, but quickly catches up some of the other cars ahead of him…

Probably the most exciting Elise-race I’ve seen from a cockpit. Good stuff!

Click here to view the embedded video.

Just one thing: why was Dean at the back of the starting grid?

Lotus Exige S — The quickest production Lotus ever

admin — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:22:30 +0000

Lightweight. Super sexy. Masculine cuts. Fast. The Lotus Exige S is one of those dream cars that’s not only a pocket sports car, but also an affordable one. Off course, these aren’t cheap (as in a couple thousand bucks), but these are cheaper than your every day Ferrari…

Still — it’s all about the looks and the specs here, and those are both excellent… First off, a presentation vid:

Click here to view the embedded video.

The specs:

Engine:

Toyota Supplied, 1796 cc I-4, DOHC with VVTL-i (variable valve timing with lift intelligence) – Designed by Yamaha – Engine Code: 2ZZ-GE

Bore/Stroke 82 mm/85 mm

190 hp (142 kW) @ 7800 rpm

138 ft·lbf (187 N·m) @ 6800 rpm

Compression ratio: 11.5:1

Transmission: 6-Speed, Close Ratio with Single-Plate Dry Clutch

Weight: 2016 lb (914 kg)

Performance:

0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 4.7 seconds

0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 12.9 seconds

Top speed: 147 mph (237 km/h)

Fuel consumption: 24 mpg–imp (11.77 L/100 km / 20 mpg–U.S.) city / 29 mpg–imp (9.74 L/100 km / 24.1 mpg–U.S.) highway