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Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Specs

(1988 - 1989) - Technical Specifications for Years 1988, 1989
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With 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 5.5 seconds, a maximum top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h), a curb weight of 2544 lbs (1154 kgs), the Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market has a turbocharged Inline 4 cylinder engine, Petrol motor, with the engine code Lotus 910S.
This engine produces a maximum power of 231 PS (228 bhp - 170 kW) at 6250 rpm and a maximum torque of 296 Nm (218 lb.ft) at 5000 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 5 speed Manual gearbox.
On the topic of chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behavior and ride comfort, the Esprit X180 has Independent, double wishbone. coil springs, telescopic dampers, and-roll bar. front suspension and Independent, upper and lower transverse link with radius arms, coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar. rear suspension. Stock tire sizes are 195 / 60 on 15 inch rims at the front, and 235 / 60 on 15 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Discs at the rear.
The Esprit X180 model is a Coupé car manufactured by Lotus, with 2 doors and 2 seats, sold new from year 1988 until 1989, and available after that as a used car.

Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Body, Model and Production details Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Body, Model and Production details

Generation : Esprit X180 - 1988 Update
Body : Coupé
Num. of Doors : 2 doors
Num. of Seats : 2 seats

Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Engine Technical Data Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Inline 4
Engine Code : Lotus 910S
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : Multipoint Indirect Injection
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine Position : Mid-engine
Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity : 132.7 cu-in / 2174 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.75 x 3 inches
95.29 x 76.2 mm
Number of valves : 16 Valves
Aspiration : Garrett T3 turbocharger @0.65bar
Compression Ratio : 8.0
Maximum power - Output - Horsepower : 228 HP / 231 PS / 170 kW
@ 6250 rpm
Maximum torque : 218 lb-ft / 296 Nm
@ 5000 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :

Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Highway ( - 2008): 8 MPG
28 L/100 Km
10 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA City ( - 2008): 14 MPG
17 L/100 Km
17 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Combined ( - 2008): 11 MPG
21 L/100 Km
13 MPG UK
Range (EPA): 438 miles / 705 Km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 20.9 gallons
79 L
17.4 UK gallons
Catalytic converter : Yes, with Lamda-Sensor

Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Performance Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Performance

Top Speed : 155 Mph / 250 Km/h
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph (0 to 96 Km/h) : 5.3 s
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 5.5 s

Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 95.98 inches / 243.8 cm
Length : 170.2 inches / 432.3 cm
Width : 73.23 inches / 186.0 cm
Height : 45.67 inches / 116.0 cm
Front Axle : 60 inches / 152.4 cm
Rear Axle : 61.18 inches / 155.4 cm
Ground clearance : 5 inches / 12.7 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : 0.35
Curb Weight : 2544 lbs / 1154 Kg
Weight-Power Output Ratio : 5 kg/hp
Trunk / Boot capacity : 8.2 cu-ft / 232 L

Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(10.2 inches / 259 mm)
Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions : Discs
(10.79 inches / 274 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 195/60 R15
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 235/60 R15
Front Wheels Width : 7"
Rear Wheels Width : 8"
Front Suspension : Independent, double wishbone. coil springs, telescopic dampers, and-roll bar.
Rear Suspension : Independent, upper and lower transverse link with radius arms, coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar.
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What engine is in Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market?
The Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market has a Inline 4, Petrol engine with 2174 cm3 / 132.7 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1988 Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market have?
The 1988 Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market has 231 PS / 228 bhp / 170 kW.

How much does a Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market weighs?
The Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market weighs 1154 Kg / 2544 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market?
The Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market top speed is 250 Km/h / 155 mph.

Is Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo US-Market is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).