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2.2 AT (178 hp)


Technical data

This 2.2 AT (178 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation Coupe, which was produced by Lotus from 1974 to 1982. In addition to this engine, 1 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Body

Body typeCoupe
Seats4
Length4458mm
Width1816mm
Height1194mm
Wheelbase2235mm
Front track1294mm
Rear track1421mm
Ground clearance160mm
Kerb weight907kg

Engine

Engine typeGasoline
Displacement2176cm3
Engine power178bhp
RPM at max powerto 6 500RPM
Injection typeCarburetor
Cylinder layoutInline
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Maximum torque169Nm
RPM at max torque4000RPM

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionIndependent
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Number of gears4

Power & fuel consumption

Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km10.7litre
Fuel tank capacity60litre
Fuel92 RON
Top speed220km/h

Real-world consumption (est.)

Average12.8 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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