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The North American Exige was unveiled at the [[Los Angeles Auto Show]] in January 2006. In February 2006, Lotus announced the Exige S model which used a supercharged [[Toyota]] engine producing {{convert|220|bhp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}}.<ref name="MotorTrend">{{cite web | url = http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupe/112_0702_2007_lotus_exige_s | title = Newcomers: 2007 Lotus Exige S | accessdate = 2008-03-07 | author = Greg N. Brown | work = MotorTrend | publisher = Source Interlink Media, Inc. }}</ref> The S was also made available in North American markets as a 2007 model.
The North American Exige was unveiled at the [[Los Angeles Auto Show]] in January 2006. In February 2006, Lotus announced the Exige S model which used a supercharged [[Toyota]] engine producing {{convert|220|bhp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}}.<ref name="MotorTrend">{{cite web | url = http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupe/112_0702_2007_lotus_exige_s | title = Newcomers: 2007 Lotus Exige S | accessdate = 2008-03-07 | author = Greg N. Brown | work = MotorTrend | publisher = Source Interlink Media, Inc. }}</ref> The S was also made available in North American markets as a 2007 model.

At the Frankfurt 2011 autoshow, the 2012 version of the Exige S was announced. It has a 345 HP supercharged 3.5l [[V6]] engine (from the Evora S) <ref name="TopGearExigeV6">
{{cite web |url=http://www.topgear.com/uk/photos/top-gear-lotus-exige-v6-2012-02-08 |title=Top Gear drives the Lotus Exige V6 |last1= |first1= |last2= |first2= |date=January 2012 |work= |publisher=topgear.com |accessdate=5 April 2012}}</ref><ref name="TopSpeedExigeV6">
{{cite web |url=http://www.topspeed.com/cars/lotus/2012-lotus-exige-s-ar116021.html |title=2012 Lotus Exige S |last1= |first1= |last2= |first2= |date=01.6.2012 |work= |publisher=topspeed.com |accessdate=5 April 2012}}</ref>
<ref name="EvoV6">{{cite web |url=http://www.evo.co.uk/news/evonews/272485/lotus_exige_v6_s_and_rgt.html |title=Lotus Exige V6 |last1= |first1= |last2= |first2= |date=12th September 2011 |work= |publisher=evo.co.uk |accessdate=5 April 2012}}</ref>
<ref name="autoguideV6">{{cite web |url=http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2011/09/lotus-exige-s-reborn-with-supercharged-v6-2011-frankfurt-auto-show.html |title=Lotus Exige S Reborn With Supercharged V6: 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show |last1= |first1= |last2= |first2= |date=Sep 13,2011 |work= |publisher=autoguide.com |accessdate=5 April 2012}}</ref>


== Specifications ==
== Specifications ==
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Note: While the mass of the vehicle has yet to be disclosed, it can be estimated to be around {{Convert|1650|lb|abbr=on}} from the disclosure of the power-to-weight ratio.
Note: While the mass of the vehicle has yet to be disclosed, it can be estimated to be around {{Convert|1650|lb|abbr=on}} from the disclosure of the power-to-weight ratio.

=== 2012 Exige S V6===
Engine: 345bhp, 257kW, 400Nm
Weight: 1080kg.
Acceleration: 0-100km/h in 3.8 seconds
Top speed: around 270km/h.
<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.caradvice.com.au/138007/2012-lotus-exige-s-gets-3-5-v6-unveiled-at-frankfurt-motor-show/ |title=2012 Lotus Exige S gets 3.5 V6, unveiled at Frankfurt Motor Show |last1= |first1= |last2= |first2= |date=September 14th, 2011 |work= |publisher=caradvice.com.au |accessdate=5 April 2012}}</ref>
Price: start at around £56,000<ref name="EvoV6"></ref>
To fit the V6 engine the new model is approximately 10 inches longer and 2 inches wider than the model with the 4 cylinder engine.<ref name="TopSpeedExigeV6"></ref>, being 4052 mm long, 1802 mm wide (not counting the mirrors) and 1153 mm tall. The Drag Coefficient is 0.433.



==Racing==
==Racing==

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Lotus Exige
Lotus Exige
Overview
ManufacturerLotus Cars
Production2000–present
AssemblyHethel, Norfolk, England
Body and chassis
ClassSports Car
Body style2-door coupé
LayoutMR layout
PlatformLotus Elise
RelatedLotus Elise
Vauxhall VX220
Rinspeed sQuba
Powertrain
Engine1.8L I4/1.8L supercharged I4
Transmission6-speed manual
Dimensions
Length149.5 in (3,797 mm)
Width68.0 in (1,727 mm)
Height45.6 in (1,158 mm)
Kerb weight2,015 lb (914 kg)
Lotus Exige

The Lotus Exige (/[invalid input: 'icon']ɛɡˈziːʒ/) is a two-door, two-seat sports car made by Lotus Cars. It is essentially a coupé version of the Lotus Elise, a mid-engined roadster in production since 1996.

The original Exige (NA or naturally aspirated Exige) was launched in 2000 and had a 1.8 L Rover K Series engine in VHPD (Very High Performance Derivative) tune. It produced 177 bhp (132 kW; 179 PS) in standard form and 192 bhp (143 kW; 195 PS) in the "track spec" version.

In 2004, the Series 2 Exige was introduced. It features a 1.8 L 16-valve DOHC Toyota/Yamaha engine that produces 190 bhp (142 kW; 193 PS) with the Toyota engine designation of 2ZZ-GE.[1] Compared to the Series 2 Elise, it has a front splitter, fibreglass hardtop roof with roof scoop, rear engine cover, and rear spoiler. The sole purpose of these aerodynamic additions to the base Elise is to create more downforce (almost 100 lb (45 kg) of downforce at 100 mph (160 km/h)* in the Exige versus 13 lb (5.9 kg) at 100 mph (160 km/h)* in the Elise).[1]

In February 2005, Lotus announced a limited production run of 50 Exiges, using the Toyota engine with a supercharger, that increases the power output to 243 bhp (181 kW; 246 PS). These vehicles were only available in yellow or black, representing the colours of Lotus Sport, and are badged 240R. They have a projected 0-60 mph (0–100 km/h) time of 3.9 seconds and 0-100 mph (0–160 km/h) of 9.9 seconds, with a top speed of 155 mph (249 km/h) at a cost of £44,000.

The North American Exige was unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in January 2006. In February 2006, Lotus announced the Exige S model which used a supercharged Toyota engine producing 220 bhp (164 kW; 223 PS).[2] The S was also made available in North American markets as a 2007 model.

At the Frankfurt 2011 autoshow, the 2012 version of the Exige S was announced. It has a 345 HP supercharged 3.5l V6 engine (from the Evora S) [3][4] [5] [6]

Specifications

According to Lotus, the standard Exige Series 2 model weighs 2,016 lb (914 kg) has the following specifications:[citation needed]

Engine
Toyota Supplied, 1796 cc I4, DOHC with VVTL-i (variable valve timing with lift intelligence) - Designed by Yamaha - Engine Code: 2ZZ-GE
Bore/Stroke 82 mm/85 mm
190 hp (142 kW; 193 PS) @ 7800 rpm
138 lb⋅ft (187 N⋅m) @ 6800 rpm
Compression ratio: 11.5:1
Transmission

6-Speed manual, close-ratio with single-plate dry clutch

Performance
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 4.7 seconds
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 12.9 seconds
Top speed: 147 mph (237 km/h)
Fuel consumption: 24 miles per imperial gallon (12 L/100 km; 20 mpg‑US) city / 29 miles per imperial gallon (9.7 L/100 km; 24 mpg‑US) highway

Exige S

Exige S
2011 Lotus Exige S 260 (US)
Overview
ManufacturerLotus
Production2005–present
AssemblyHethel, Norfolk, England
Body and chassis
ClassSports car
Body style2-door coupé
LayoutMR layout
RelatedLotus Elise, Lotus Exige
Powertrain
Engine1.8L Toyota supercharged I4
Transmission6-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase90.6 in (2,301 mm)
Length2005–07: 149.5 in (3,797 mm)
2008–present: 149.0 in (3,785 mm)
Width2005–07: 68.0 in (1,727 mm)
2008–present: 67.7 in (1,720 mm)
Height2005–07: 45.8 in (1,163 mm)
2008–present: 45.0 in (1,143 mm)
Kerb weight2,057 lb (933 kg)
Chronology
PredecessorLotus Elise, Lotus Exige

According to Lotus, the Exige S model, weighing 2,057 lb (933 kg), has the following specifications:

Engine
Toyota supplied, 1796 cc I4, DOHC with VVTL-i (variable valve timing and lift - intelligent), supercharged and intercooled
Bore/Stroke 82 mm/85 mm
218 hp (163 kW; 221 PS) @ 7800 rpm
158.6 lb⋅ft (215 N⋅m) @ 5500 rpm
Compression ratio: 11.5:1
Transmission

6-speed, close ratio with single-plate dry clutch

Performance
0-60 (0-100 km/h): 4.1 seconds
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 9.98 seconds
Top speed: 148 mph (238 km/h)
Fuel consumption: 24 miles per imperial gallon (12 L/100 km; 20 mpg‑US) city / 29 miles per imperial gallon (9.7 L/100 km; 24 mpg‑US) highway

2008 Exige S 240

In 2008, the Exige S had a 240 bhp (179 kW; 243 PS) option that was sold alongside the regular Exige S (220 hp). The package includes upgraded AP Racing brakes from the Exige Cup 240 and a larger roof scoop from the Exige Cup 255. 0-60 mph (0–97 km/h) is trimmed to under 4 seconds with this option.

2009 Exige S

In the 2009 model year, the Exige is offered in the United States in two configurations: S240 and S260. S240 is the continuation of the 2008 model, it weighs 2,077 lb (942 kg) and comes with a 240 hp (180 kW) supercharged engine. New for 2009, S260 weighs 2,020 lb (920 kg) with a full tank of fuel; its engine has been improved to produce 257 hp (192 kW) and 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) acceleration in 4.0 seconds.[7] Base manufacturer suggested retail prices for S240 and S260 are $65,690 and $74,995, respectively.

Exige 265E

Exige 265E
Lotus Exige 265E.
Overview
ManufacturerLotus
ProductionNon-Production
AssemblyHethel, Norfolk, England
Body and chassis
ClassSports Car
Body style2-door coupe
LayoutMR layout
RelatedLotus Elise, Lotus Exige
Powertrain
Engine1.8L Toyota supercharged I4
Transmission6-speed manual
Dimensions
Length149.5 in (3,797 mm)
Width68.0 in (1,727 mm)
Height45.8 in (1,163 mm)
Kerb weight2,050 lb (930 kg)
Chronology
PredecessorLotus Elise, Lotus Exige

The Exige 265E is a factory-built Exige S optimized to run on E85 fuel, which is 85% ethanol. The higher octane of this biofuel allows for a higher compression ratio and/or more supercharger boost. In this model, which saw the ECU re-mapped as well as upgraded injectors and fuel pump to cope with the new fuel type, the brakes have also been upgraded to four-piston AP Racing calipers with increased diameter 310 mm (12.2 in) sport brake pads mated with drilled and vented discs at the front. Brembo single-piston sliding rear calipers with 282 mm (11.1 in) diameter discs are fitted at the rear. Lotus says it has no intention to build the 265E (265 indicates the approximate horsepower and the E indicates the "environmentally favourable bio-ethanol E85 fuel" powering the engine) as a production car, and that it is simply a biofuels demonstrator.[8] According to Lotus, the Exige 265E model has the following specifications:

Engine
Toyota supplied, 2ZZ-GE 1796 cc I-4, DOHC with VVTL-i (variable valve timing with lift intelligence), supercharged and intercooled
Bore/Stroke 82 mm/85 mm
264 hp (197 kW) @ 8000 rpm
184 lb⋅ft (249 N⋅m) @ 5500 rpm
Compression ratio: 11.5:1
Transmission
C64 6-Speed, close ratio with single-plate dry clutch
Exige 265E performance
0-60 (0-97 km/h): 3.88 seconds
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 9.2 seconds
Top speed: 158 mph (254 km/h)
Fuel consumption: ~25 miles per imperial gallon (11 L/100 km; 21 mpg‑US) city / 65 miles per imperial gallon (4.3 L/100 km; 54 mpg‑US) highway

Exige GT3

Exige GT3
Overview
ManufacturerLotus
ProductionNon-Production
AssemblyHethel, Norfolk, England
Body and chassis
ClassSports Car
Body style2-door coupe
LayoutMR layout
RelatedLotus Elise, Lotus Exige
Powertrain
Engine1.8L Toyota supercharged I4
Transmission6-speed manual
Dimensions
Length153.8 in (3,907 mm)[9]
Width71.9 in (1,826 mm)[9]
Height44.4 in (1,128 mm)[9]
Kerb weight2,050 lb (930 kg)
Chronology
PredecessorLotus Elise, Lotus Exige

According to Lotus, the Exige GT3 model has the following specifications[10]:

Engine
Toyota supplied 2ZZ-GE, 1796 cc I-4, DOHC with VVTL-i and Lotus T4e engine management system, Roots-type Eaton M62 supercharger and intercooled[10]
Bore/Stroke 82.0 mm / 85.0 mm
271 bhp (202 kW; 275 PS) @ 8000 rpm[10]
190 lb⋅ft (258 N⋅m) @ 7000 rpm[10]
Compression Ratio: 11.5:1
Transmission
C64 6-speed, close ratio with uprated clutch and cover, open differential[10]
Gear ratios I/II/III : 3.116:1 / 2.050:1 / 1.481:1
IV/V/VI : 1.166:1 / 0.916:1 / 0.815:1
R/final drive : 3.250:1 / 4.529:1
Exige GT3 performance
0-60 mph : 3.9 seconds[10]
0-100 km/h : 4.0 seconds[10]
0-100 mph (0-160 km/h) : 9.8 seconds[10]
Top Speed : 160 mph (260 km/h) - electronically limited[10]
Power-to-weight ratio : 361 bhp (269 kW; 366 PS) per tonne

Note: While the mass of the vehicle has yet to be disclosed, it can be estimated to be around 1,650 lb (750 kg) from the disclosure of the power-to-weight ratio.

2012 Exige S V6

Engine: 345bhp, 257kW, 400Nm Weight: 1080kg. Acceleration: 0-100km/h in 3.8 seconds Top speed: around 270km/h. [11] Price: start at around £56,000[5] To fit the V6 engine the new model is approximately 10 inches longer and 2 inches wider than the model with the 4 cylinder engine.[4], being 4052 mm long, 1802 mm wide (not counting the mirrors) and 1153 mm tall. The Drag Coefficient is 0.433.


Racing

Several Exiges are currently in use in the SCCA Pro Racing World Challenge[12]

References

  1. ^ a b Chris Walton (2006-06-28). "Full Test: 2006 Lotus Exige". Edmunds Inc. Retrieved 2008-03-07.
  2. ^ Greg N. Brown. "Newcomers: 2007 Lotus Exige S". MotorTrend. Source Interlink Media, Inc. Retrieved 2008-03-07.
  3. ^ "Top Gear drives the Lotus Exige V6". topgear.com. January 2012. Retrieved 5 April 2012.
  4. ^ a b "2012 Lotus Exige S". topspeed.com. 01.6.2012. Retrieved 5 April 2012. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  5. ^ a b "Lotus Exige V6". evo.co.uk. 12th September 2011. Retrieved 5 April 2012. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  6. ^ "Lotus Exige S Reborn With Supercharged V6: 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show". autoguide.com. Sep 13,2011. Retrieved 5 April 2012. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  7. ^ Vaughn, Mark (2009-04-23). "Lotus Exige S 260 Sport: Track-happy two-seater gets greater". AutoWeek Magazine. Retrieved 2009-05-11.
  8. ^ Lotus Engineering, "Exige 265E Bio-Fuel: British, Racing and Very Green," http://www.grouplotus.com/engineering/casestudies.html
  9. ^ a b c Lavrinc, Damon (2008-03-13). "Lotus debuting 350 hp Exige GT3 Down Under". Autoblog/Weblogs, Inc. Retrieved 2009-10-24.
  10. ^ a b c d e f g h i Spinelli, Mike (2007-03-06). "Geneva Showcase: Lotus Exige GT3". Jalopnik. Retrieved 2009-10-24.
  11. ^ "2012 Lotus Exige S gets 3.5 V6, unveiled at Frankfurt Motor Show". caradvice.com.au. September 14th, 2011. Retrieved 5 April 2012. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  12. ^ "SCCA Pro Racing World Challenge". World-challenge.com. Retrieved 2010-06-26.
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