This 2.0i MT Turbo GT3 (243 hp) engine was fitted in the 5 generation Coupe, which was produced by Lotus from 1996 to 1998. In addition to this engine, 6 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.
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 19litre |
|---|---|
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 8litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 73litre |
| Cruising range | from 380 to 910km |
| Fuel | 95 RON |
| Top speed | 263km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 5second |
| Displacement | 1973cm3 |
|---|---|
| Engine power | 243bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 6 250RPM |
| Maximum torque | 294Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3750RPM |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Forced induction | Turbocharger |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore | 95mm |
| Stroke | 69mm |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Rear-wheel drive |
| Seats | 2 |
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| Length | 4369mm |
| Width | 1883mm |
| Height | 1150mm |
| Wheelbase | 2420mm |
| Front track | 1530mm |
| Rear track | 1545mm |
| Ground clearance | 150mm |
| Kerb weight | 1340kg |
| Gross weight | 1590kg |
| Min. boot capacity | 200litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 200litre |
| Body type | Coupe |
| Front suspension | Independent, Double wishbone, Spring |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Dependent, Multi wishbone, Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated disc |
| City | 22.8 litres / 100km |
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| Highway | 9.6 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.