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Lotus Exige III S Coupe Cup 380 3.5 V6 (380 Hp)
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Lotus Exige:
The Lotus Exige /ɛɡˈziːʒ/ is a sports car made by the British company Lotus Cars from 2000 until 2021. Originally a coupé version of the Lotus Elise roadster, since the Series 3 the Exige has been the larger-engined model of the family, featuring a V6 engine in place of the Elise's straight-four. Convertible versions of both models are available.
The original Exige was launched in 2000 with a naturally aspirated 1. 8 L Rover K Series Inline-four engine in VHPD tune. It is rated at 177 hp at 7,800 rpm in standard form. There was also a "track spec" version with 190 hp available. The car has a five-speed manual gearbox, and a claimed top speed of 219 km/h. 0–97 km/h was achieved in 4. 7 seconds and 0–100 km/h in 4. 9 seconds....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III S Coupe Overview:
Lotus Exige (III S Coupe). With 410 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1105 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.6 s). The top speed reaches 282 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Cup 380 3.5 V6 (380 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The ultimate track-focused Exige, combining 380 hp with the quickest acceleration in the lineup. Engineered for maximum grip and driver engagement on the circuit.
Fuel Economy
Shares the same fuel consumption as the manual Sport 380, reflecting its high-performance tuning and intended use, where efficiency is secondary.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional handling and steering feel
- • Blistering acceleration and power-to-weight ratio
- • Raw, unfiltered driving experience
- • Iconic and distinctive design
- • Reliable Toyota-sourced V6 engine
Cons:
- • Very limited practicality and comfort
- • High road noise and harsh ride
- • Challenging ingress/egress
- • Lack of modern safety and convenience features
- • Niche market appeal and high running costs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III S Roadster: 2018 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lotus |
| Model: | Exige |
| Generation: | III S Coupe |
| Modification (Engine): | Cup 380 3.5 V6 (380 Hp) |
| Start of production: | April, 2017 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 380 Hp @ 6700 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 110 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 410 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3456 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT-i |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 282 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 2.9 kg/Hp, 343.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.7 kg/Nm, 371 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1105 |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 215/45 R17; 285/30 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 17; 18 |
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