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2.0 MT (160 hp)


Technical data

This 2.0 MT (160 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Coupe, which was produced by Lotus from 1976 to 1978. In addition to this engine, 0 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
Seats2
Length4210mm
Width1860mm
Height1115mm
Wheelbase2438mm
Front track1536mm
Rear track1560mm
Ground clearance143mm
Kerb weight898kg
Gross weight1150kg
Min. boot capacity150litre
Max. boot capacity150litre

Engine

Engine typeGasoline
Displacement1973cm3
Engine power160bhp
Cylinder layoutInline
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder4
RPM at max powerto 6 200RPM
Maximum torque217Nm
RPM at max torque5000RPM
Injection typeCarburetor
Bore95.2mm
Stroke62.9mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle10.5m

Power & fuel consumption

Top speed222km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)8.6second
City fuel consumption per 100 km14litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km10litre
Fuel tank capacity65litre
Cruising rangefrom 460 to 650km
Fuel92 RON

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Double wishbone, Spring
Rear suspensionDependent, Multi wishbone, Spring
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City16.8 litres / 100km
Highway12 litres / 100km

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

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