Lotus Esprit 1996 - 1998 (5 generation), Coupe, 2.2i MT Turbo (231 h.p.)

Bodywork
- Number of seater: 4
- Curb weight: 1270 kg
- Width: 1860 mm
- Ground clearance: 150 mm
- Body type: Coupe
- Wheelbase: 2440 mm
- Min trunk capacity: 200 litre
- Length: 4330 mm
- Front track: 1525 mm
- Height: 1150 mm
Engine
- Engine type: Gasoline
- Cylinder layout: Inline
- Max power at RPM: to 4 000 RPM
- Boost type: Turbo
- Valves per cylinder: 2
- Injection type: Monoinjection
- Stroke cycle: 76.2 mm
- Cylinder bore: 95.3 mm
- Engine power: 231 bhp
- Maximum torque: 295 N*m
- Capacity: 2174 cm3
Gearbox and handling
- Drive wheels: Rear wheel drive
- Gearbox type: Manual
Operating characteristics
- Fuel: 95
- Max speed: 250 km/h
- City driving fuel consumption per 100 km: 15.7 litre
- Fuel tank capacity: 73 litre
- Acceleration (0-100 km/h): 5.5 second
- Cruising range: from 460 to 880 km
Suspension and brakes
- Front brakes: ventilated disc
- Front suspension: Helical springs

Bodywork