2508 Exige S Brochure English Nov13
2508 Exige S Brochure English Nov13
2508 Exige S Brochure English Nov13
LOTUS EXIGE S
CONTENTS
A UNIQUE PLACE IN HISTORY 4-5
EXTERIOR WHEELS 38
OPTION PACKS 39
LOTUS LIFE 43
FURTHER INFORMATION 44
EXIGE S
FIA Formula 1 FIA Formula 1 FIA Formula 1 Le Mans Indianapolis 500 FIA World Rally Chapman was a pioneer in creating lightweight cars,
Constructors’ Drivers’ Grand Prix Wins Win Championship
his innovations changed the face of racing car design
World World Wins (in Class)
Championships Championships forever. From the introduction of ‘ground effect’, aerofoil
wings, monocoque chassis and active-ride suspension
through to the aluminium bonded chassis of the modern
line up, Lotus have never stopped inventing and the
“If you’re not winning, you’re not trying.” Above: Founder Colin Chapman.
Left: 1970, the British Grand Prix
was won by Rindt’s Lotus 72.
passion for innovation remains at the core of everything
they do today.
Right: 1972, Fittipaldi in the
iconic black and gold livery
debriefs Chapman.
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LOTUS RACING
ON TRACK
Left: Evora GT4
Below: LMP2 Car
Bottom: 2012 MSA British Endurance
Championship winning Evora GTC
Right: Lotus F1® Team Cars at the 2013
German Grand Prix
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THE MODERN
REVOLUTION
E EXIGE
S
E EXIGE
S
ROADSTER
The Exige has always blended the extreme and the sublime. In true Lotus fashion,
it traces its origins back to motorsport, conceived from technology developed in
competition. With its highly tuned engine, dramatic styling, and hardcore handling
- Lotus’ recipe for intense performance remains instantly recognisable.
Both the Exige’s looks and power have evolved since its original conception. The
aggressive lines of the Exige S underline its racing pedigree; its track inspired
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aerodynamics a statement of its performance ability.
EXIGE
CUP Combining the coupé’s awesome power and handling with an open air experience
is the Exige S Roadster. It’s the first time an Exige has been offered with a soft
top, one which is typically lightweight and easy to remove or fit.
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BUILT IN
PERFORMANCE
A dramatic styling overhaul sees a new, sleeker body design, with its
sculptured, leaner shape prominent in the Exige S Roadster, which safely
sheds its aerodynamic aids in order to optimise airflow with the roof off. A
new, track focussed aerodynamic package is fitted to the coupé,
conveying its racing purpose even before the engine is fired.
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DESIGNED TO
PERFORM
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THE LOTUS EXIGE S
ROADSTER
The Lotus Exige S Roadster combines the pure
performance of its coupé twin with the unique open
air driving experience loved in the Elise. Its new,
sleeker body design, with its sculptured, leaner
shape allows it to safely shed its aerodynamic aids
in order to maximise airflow with the roof off. It’s
the first Exige offered with a factory-fitted soft top,
one which is typically lightweight and easy to install
and remove.
Premium Pack Roadster interior Lotus’ superb knowledge of driving dynamics ensures
that the front end turns in with an almost telepathic
precision, while the rear remains stable at all times
unless deliberately provoked. Its tuned sports
exhaust can be amplified at the flick of a switch,
providing a dramatic aural soundtrack.
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THE LOTUS
EXIGE V6 CUP
More at home on the race track than on the road? Then
take your place behind the wheel of the Lotus Exige V6
Cup, a road legal, track focussed racer. This hard core
evolution follows the same recipe as the successful S2
Exige Cup cars, providing ultimate thrills for serious
track enthusiasts and racers alike.
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FEATURE
FOCUS
Supercharged Engine 6 Speed Manual Advanced Aerodynamics Headlamps and LED Rear Lights
Surging linear power is delivered instantly via the A slick shifting 6 speed manual transmission, A new, fluid body design ensures maximised The highly distinctive headlamps incorporate
3.5 litre V6 engine that’s coupled with a Harrop featuring sports ratios perfectly matched to airflow, optimised for roof off driving in the hi-tech LED daylight running lights and
HTV1320 supercharger assembly (utilising Eaton the engine configuration and driving dynamics Roadster. The coupé receives a new, track indicators, while the rear LED brake light
Twin Vortex Series (TVS) Technology™). The puts you in complete control of the driving focussed aero package with a front splitter, cluster is instantly recognisable.
forced induction powerplant delivers 345 hp experience. rear diffuser and rear spoiler conveying its
(350 PS) and 295 lbft (400 Nm) of torque. dynamic intent.
Out of range body colours such as previous Lotus colours, other manufacturer’s
special colours and ‘match to sample’ colours are available via the Lotus Bespoke
service. Your Lotus dealer will be happy to advise on colours and price.
All alloy, 3.5 litre DOHC V6 VVT-i, 24-valve, equipped Coupé and Roadster: AP-Racing four-piston calipers (red on coupé, Premium Pack Coupé
with Harrop HTV 1320 Supercharger utilising Eaton silver on Roadster or black on both models) with ventilated and cross
Premium Pack Roadster
TVS™ Technology drilled cast-iron discs
Mid mounted, transverse, rear wheel drive V6 Cup: Two-piece high performance brake discs with red calipers Premium Pack Sport Coupé
Multi-point sequential fuel injection and direct Lotus / BOSCH tuned ABS system Premium Pack Sport Roadster
ignition system Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA) Race Pack (standard on V6 Cup)
Lotus Electronic Throttle Control system Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) Convenience Pack
Baffled engine sump (V6 Cup only) Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
Lotus Dynamic Performance Management (Lotus DPM)
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS COUPé AND ROADSTER ADDITIONAL OPTIONS V6 CUP
TRANSMISSION Metallic paint Metallic paint
6 speed manual with sports ratios Premium paint Premium paint
WHEELS & TYRES
Constant mesh helical gears and open differentials Motorsport paint Motorsport paint
BOSCH Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) Lightweight cast alloy wheels (17” front and 18” rear) gloss black Contrast stitching in yellow, red or silver (Premium Pack Sport Ohlins TTX 2 way adjustable dampers
on coupé and V6 Cup, silver on Roadster required)
FIA approved ‘bolt in’ roll cage
Front Pirelli P-Zero 205/45 R17 Rear parking sensors
FIA approved fixed mounting frame for drivers seat with HANS
CHASSIS / BODY Rear Pirelli P-Zero 265/35 R18 Heated seats compatibility including 6 point competition harness
Hard top (Roadster) V6 Cup fitted with Pirelli P-Zero Trofeo tyres
Two-door, two seater coupé or convertible bodystyle
Air conditioning
Lightweight, extruded aluminium bonded structure
INTERIOR SPECIFICATION Sport wheel, diamond cut, cast (17” front and 18” rear)
Composite body panels
Lightweight aluminium passenger footrest (excludes V6 Cup) Pirelli P-Zero Trofeo tyres
Composite front energy absorbing crash structure
Lightweight aluminium footwell divider Two-piece high performance brake discs with yellow calipers
Aerodynamically optimised front splitter, rear diffuser
and wing (coupé)
Driver and passenger airbags (excludes V6 Cup)
LED front daylight lamps with integrated direction
Black leather steering wheel (excludes V6 Cup)
indicators LOTUS DPM Mode Tour Sport Race Off
Quick release steering wheel (V6 Cup only)
LED rear lamps with integrated direction indicators
ABS Constant Constant Constant Constant
Black leather gear lever gaiter
T45 steel roll hoop and A-Frame (V6 Cup only)
Max Engine RPM 6800 7200 7200 7200
Polished aluminium gear knob
Throttle progression Standard Increased response As Sport As Sport
Plain leather sun-visors (excludes V6 Cup)
SUSPENSION EPV (Engine EPV opens at EPV opens from EPV permanently open EPV permanently
Black carpet (excludes V6 Cup) Protection Valve) high throttle/RPM medium throttle open
Fully independent double wishbone suspension with
Black cloth seats with Lotus roundel (excludes V6 Cup) strategy applications applications/engine
front and rear anti-roll bar
speeds
Coupé and Roadster: Bilstein high performance gas Race seats with 4 point harnesses (V6 Cup only)
DPM characteristics Understeer Understeer recognition Understeer recognition switched off. TC/ESP is
dampers, front and rear CD/MP3/WMA receiver with 4 speakers (excludes V6 Cup) recognition on, switched off. Increased ESP intervention level set high to allow completely
V6 Cup: 2-way adjustable Nitron dampers, front and rear
Immobiliser and remote activated alarm (excludes V6 Cup) managed slip slip thresholds and race traction control to function. The switched off
Eibach coaxial coil springs, front and rear (excludes V6 Cup) thresholds increased yaw angle traction system learns and calculates
Central door locking (excludes V6 Cup) available available levels of grip and optimises
Face-level air vents the correct level of torque and EDL
intervention to deliver maximum
STEERING Fire extinguisher and electrical cut out (V6 Cup only) traction to the driver
Solidly mounted, mechanical rack and pinion Remote battery connector (V6 Cup only)
PERFORMANCE EXIGE S EXIGE S ROADSTER EXIGE V6 CUP Explore the capabilities of a Lotus at
the famous Lotus Driving Academy.
Max power 345 hp at 7000 rpm (350 PS) (258 kW)
Developed for Lotus drivers of today
Max torque 295 lbft at 4500 rpm (400 Nm)
and tomorrow, you can hone your
0-60 mph (seconds) 3.8 3.8 < 3.8 skills behind the wheel under the
0-100 km/h (seconds) 4.0 4.0 < 4.0 guidance of professional instructors,
Max speed (mph (km/h)) 170 (274) 145 (233)** 170 (274) maximising your driving enjoyment in
Power to weight ratio a controlled, fun environment.
Hp per tonne 293 296 > 293 www.lotusdrivingacademy.com
PS per 1000 kg 298 300 > 298