Lotus 340R
| 340R | |
|---|---|
 Two 340Rs | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Lotus |
| Production | 340 |
| Model years | 2000 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Four cylinder tweaked version of the Rover K-Series |
| Transmission | Rover 5 speed PG1 Close Ratio Gearbox |
The Lotus 340R is a limited edition sports car manufactured by Lotus Cars in 2000 at their Hethel factory.
Overview
The 340R is a special edition of the Lotus Elise. Just 340 were built, and all were sold before they were manufactured. It uses a custom built bodyshell with no roof or doors. All cars came with a silver and black colour scheme. Special A038R tyres were developed for the 340R in collaboration with Yokohama.
While road-legal in the UK, most of the surviving cars are used for racing, track use, or demonstrations.[citation needed]
Engine
The engine is a four-cylinder tweaked version of the Rover K-Series engine called VHPD (Very High Power Derivative) used in the regular Elise which produces 177 bhp (132 kW; 179 PS) at 7800 rpm/ 172 N⋅m (127 ft⋅lbf) at 6750 rpm as standard, or 187 bhp (139 kW; 190 PS) at 7500 rpm/ 189 N⋅m (139 ft⋅lbf) at 5600 rpm with optional Lotus accessories.
Specifications
- Weight: 701 kg (1,545 lb) (curb: all fluids and full tank of fuel)
- Performance: 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) 4,4 sec; 0-160 km/h (99 mph) 10,7 sec, top 209 km/h (130 mph)
- Power to Weight: 252 bhp/Ton or 3,96 kg/bhp
- Transmission: Rover 5 speed PG1 Close Ratio Gearbox
- Price: £35,000
- Length: 142.2 inches
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