| Year |
2008
(protoype) see Lotus Evora |
| Engine |
3.5
litre V6 VVT-i (Toyota) |
| Transmission |
6 speed manual RWD |
| Max
speed |
160
mph (approximately) |
| 0-60
mph |
under
5 seconds |
| Horsepower |
280
bhp |
| weight |
1400
kg / 3090 lbs |
The
Lotus Eagle was the code name given to an all-new model for
the Lotus lineup. The 2+2 coupe featured stylish lines which
are instantly recognisable as belonging to a Lotus, especially
from the front and rear.
The Lotus Eagle, which went into production named the Lotus
Evora, is powered by a mid-mounted 3.5 litre, Toyota-sourced
V6 engine equipped with variable valve timing. The ECU (electronic
control unit) has been designed in-house by Lotus, and provides
a more sporting character to the engine. The engine is mated
to a six-speed manual gearbox driving the rear wheels. This
drivetrain allows the Eagle to reach 60 mph in under 5 seconds,
and continue on to a top speed in excess of 160 mph.
The chassis of the Lotus Eagle is a lightweight aluminium unit
formed from three pieces. The rear structure houses the V6 engine
and compact double wishbone rear suspension. The centre section
is the passenger compartment which features side imact protection
and a tubular steel seatbelt anchorage frame that also acts
as a rollover structure. And a bolt-on front structure carries
the double wishbone front suspension and provides a crash structure.
Similar and related vehicles:
Lotus Europa S
Lotus Esprit Turbo SE
Lotus Elise 111R
Lotus Elise S
Lotus Exige
Lotus Exige S
Lotus Exige Cup 240
Lotus Sport Exige GT3
Lotus Track Car Concept
Lotus 2-Eleven Track Car
Lotus M250
Lotus Elan SE
Lotus 340R
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