Lotus Esprit I 3.5 V8 3.5 Twin Turbo Coupe
261 kW355 PS350 hp1996–2004
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- Power
- 261 kW 355 PS · 350 hp
- Top speed
- 280 km/h
- Displacement
- 3,506 cm³
A 3.5-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine with 261 kW (355 PS) powers the Lotus Esprit I 3.5 V8 Twin Turbo coupe. The Esprit I 3.5 V8 Twin Turbo has rear-wheel drive.
Among the 10 Esprit I versions, the Esprit I 3.5 V8 Twin Turbo is the fastest flat out (280 km/h).
Engine
| Engine code | 918 |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Displacement | 3,506 cm³ 3.5 l · 214 cu in |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Power | 261 kW 355 PS · 350 hp |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Performance
| Top speed | 280 km/h 174 mph |
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Production
| Body type | Coupe |
|---|---|
| Years | 1996–2004 |
| Generation | Esprit I (1976–2004) |
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