Lotus Esprit X180
The Lotus Esprit X180 (1987–1993): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States.
Model codes: X180 · Sold in: United States, European Union, and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,331 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm Traficom | 1,859 mm |
| Height | – | 1,138 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,430–2,440 mm RDW | 2,459 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,200–1,305 kg RDW | 1,270 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,300–1,405 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,565–1,566 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 2 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, Traficom type approvals (Finland), RDW type approvals (Netherlands). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 86.6% (83.7–89.1) | 69.2% | 605 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 16.2% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 12.6% | 41.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 12.2% | 17.1% |
| Lights and electrics | 10.2% | 28.8% |
| Tyres | 8.6% | 31.2% |
| Steering | 5.3% | 7.7% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 4 versions of the Lotus Esprit X180
United States 4 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989–1995(GMP4+IC) (FFS,TRBO) (MPFI), EMS · GMP4 ANDIC (FFS,TRBO) (MPFI) · ESPRIT (FFS,TRBO) (MPFI) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1989GMP4 (FFS,TRBO) (MPFI), EMS | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 1989(GMP4) (FFS,TRBO) (MPFI) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1987–1988(FFS,TRBO) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 291–307 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.