Lotus Esprit GT3 - Technical Specifications 

Engine:
Mid-mounted Lotus 2 liter aluminum alloy 16-valve charge-cooled engine. Water-cooled TB03 turbocharger with integral wastegate. Multi-port fuel injection system and distributorless ignition.

Transmission:
High-torque 5-speed transaxle with hydraulically operated clutch driving rear wheels. Precision gearshift mechanism.

Chassis/Body:
Rigid steel zinc-coated backbone chassis. Composite bodywork with seating for two.

Fuel System:
Fuel tank capacity: 16 gallons (73litres). Fuel requirement: 95 RON octane unleaded.

Front Suspension:
Independant by upper and lower wishbones, with revised anti-roll bar, coil springs and telescopic dampers. Power steering (PAS) fitted as standard.

Rear Suspension:
Independant by upper and lower transverse links, with radius arms, coil springs and telescopic dampers. Aluminum hub carriers.

Brakes:
Dual circuit, full power actuated Delco three-channel electronic anti-lock system with Brembo discs & calipers. 11.6" diameter ventilated front discs. 11.8" diameter ventilated rear discs.

Wheels:
5-spoke alloy to Lotus design, 17" diameter. 7j front and 8.5j rear rim sizes.

Tyres:
Unique Goodyear Eagle GS-A asymmetric. Front: 215/40 ZR 17 Rear: 245/45 ZR 17

Performance:
Horsepower: 250 bhp (186 kW) at 6250 rpm (DIN).
Maximum torque: 226 lb ft (307Nm) at 3750 rpm.
Maximum speed: 163.5 mph (263 km/h)
0-60 mph: 5.1 seconds (0-100 km/h: 5.4 seconds)
0-100 mph: 12.5 seconds (0-160 km/h: 12.9 seconds)
 

Projected Fuel Consumption Test Results:
Urban: 18.96 Imp mpg, 14.9 Metric I/100 km
56 mph: 38.7 Imp mpg, 7.3 Metric I/100 km
75 mph: 30.4 Imp mpg, 9.3 Metric I/100 km
 

Standard Equipment:
Power steering, ABS brakes, catalytic convertor, single key central locking, vinyl leather interior, tilt/removable roof panel.