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  • Lotus to Premiere an Exciting new Model in Geneva

    No picture and scarce information is what we’ve got from Lotus about a car. The “exciting” vehicle will have its reveal at the Geneva International Motor Show in early March 2015. What we know for sure is that the product will remain true to its core pillars of lightness, performance and driving purity. In fact, these three characteristics will be embodied in a most desirable package.

    Probably, there will be a teaser image soon, but until Geneva we don’t think that Lotus will spill any information. So be prepared and have some patience untill the beginning of March. Rumors say that the company will premiere a new generation of Evora. The car is to include revised styling, more in terms of engine and less weight.

    The most recent Elise S Cup, which was revealed a few days ago, is already creating great response in the general public. There are headlines and comments like “…most intoxicating sports car at any price” and “…it’s about as much fun as driving gets”.

    The Geneva reveal will produce even more for the new upcoming model. We are not likely to see Lotus Elise S Cup‘s engine in the new model. However, it is pretty impressive. It produces a maximum power of 217 hp (160 kW) at 6800 rpm, and 249 Nm (184 lb-ft) at 4600 rpm of torque. The top speed is limited at 140 mph (225 km/h).

    Elise S Cup covers the acceleration sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds. And we have to ask ourselves: since the new car will show even more, is it to surpass this number? More than a month left and the mystery will be solved.

    Source: Lotus 

  • Lotus Transforms Elise S into a Cup Variant

    Lotus has transformed its Elise S model into a Cup variant. The enticing new model has already been extensively tested, showing some great results. This engaging model highlights the pure driving competence elicited by Lotus. It is light, agile and significantly faster in comparison to the standard Elise S. The car has developed from the successful Elise Cup R race car and this means that it has a racing pedigree. In line with Lotus history, the S Cup variant has been tested both at Hethel and the Nürburgring Circuit in Germany.

    First thing to be mentioned is the dramatic 3.0s reduction of the Hethel lap time. Then, we should point out the exterior appearance, which has been bolstered with some striking additions. Precisely, the car received new front splitter with end winglets, lateral bargeboards, a fixed roof, tail wing and a purposeful rear diffuser. As a matter of fact, the benefits from the enhanced aerodynamics increase downforce by 66kg at 100mph.

    Of course, the car has inherited company’s vital characteristics of combined lightweight engineering and chassis rigidity. All of the modifications are track biased, delivering ride and handling in perfect balance.

    The exterior appearance is fresh, with applied focus on the details. In addition, in order to create the transition from road to thoroughly focused track car, the Elise S Cup is equipped with a T45 specification roll-hoop and full roll cage.

    Some electrical modifications have also been made. They enable easier installation of a fire extinguisher and “kill-switch”. Lotus Elise S Cup is scheduled to roll off the Lotus production line soon. UK price tag starts at £43,500, while in Germany it will be sold for at least €56,525.

    Lotus Elise S Cup Specifications:

    Max power – 217 hp at 6800 rpm (220 PS) Fuel Consumption Urban – 28.5 (9.9) (mpg (l/100 km)
    Max torque – 184 lb-ft at 4600rpm (250 Nm) Fuel Consumption Extra Urban – 46.3 (6.1) (mpg (l/100 km)
    Max speed – 140 mph (225 km/h) Fuel Consumption Combined – 37.5 (7.5) (mpg (l/100 km)
    0-60 mph – 4.2 seconds CO2 emissions – 175 g/km
    0-100 km/h – 4.6 seconds Unladen weight – 932 kg
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    Source: Lotus 

  • Lotus Unveils Elise S Cup R

    Lotus-Elise-S-Cup-R-THUMBLotus Elise S Cup R is the latest addition to brand’s motorsport portfolio which is built specifically for the track only. Here for the first time, a supercharged Elise S’ mid-mounted, transverse, 1.8 litre 2ZR-FE engine has been utilized in a Cup variant.

    In addition, the vehicle also includes bespoke livery and aerodynamic body kit. The performance of the vehicle is enhanced over the road-going Elise S via a motorsport-specific engine control module (ECM) and a CFD proved aero pack.

    The latter comprises of front splitter, barge boards, winglets, rear diffuser, floor extensions and rear wing. In addition, the weight of the car is extremely low – it is only 924 kg. All this results in additional downforce, which when combined with adjustable damper and springs, reduces lap times by 4 seconds on a 5 km lap over the standard Elise S.

    The production of the Lotus S Elise Cup R is scheduled in the beginning of 2014. Its starting price is £39,125.

    Lotus Elise S Cup R Specifications:

    • Enhancements:
      • FIA Compliant Rollcage (As previous Cup Versions)
      • FIA Compliant Fire Extinguisher
      • Motorsport Mapped ECU
      • Electronic Battery Isolator
      • 6-Point Race Harness (Driver Seat)
      • Hans Compliant Race Driver’s Seat
      • Track Specification Front Tow Eyes
      • Quick Release Steering Wheel
      • Body Kit
      • Brake Pad Upgrade
      • Single way adjustable Dampers
      • Hardtop
      • Motorsport specification triple-pass radiator
      • Polycarbonate Rear Screen
      • Forged Alloy Wheels
    • Options:
      • FIA Fuel Cell
      • Air Conditioning
      • Race Passenger Seat (with 4-point race harness fitted)
      • Ultra-lightweight Motorsport Wheels
    • Powertrain:
      • All alloy, 1.8 litre DOHC 4 cylinder, dual VVT-i, 16 valve with Magnuson R900 supercharger utilising Eaton TVS™ technology
    • Transmission:
      • 6-speed manual gear box as standard
    • Suspension:
      • Up Rated TCA Kit
    • Brakes:
      • Twin-piston fixed aluminium alloy front brake callipers.
      • Single-piston sliding rear brake callipers.
      • 288 mm diameter, 26 mm thick front and rear cast-iron cross-drilled & ventilated brake discs
    • Wheels:
      • Forged Alloy
    • Tyres:
      • Yokohama Advan Neova AD07 LTS tyres F: 175/ 55 R16 & R: 225/ 45 R17
    • Safety systems:
      • Lotus ABS/ EDL

    Source: Lotus

  • 2010 Model Year Elise and Exige Now Cleaner than Ever

    For 2010 Model Year, the Elise and Exige have substantially reduced CO2 emissions and improved fuel consumption (more…)