Lotus Exige Series 2
The Lotus Exige Series 2 (2004–2011): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the European Union and the United Kingdom.
Model codes: Type 121 · Sold in: United Kingdom and European Union
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,800 mm RDW | 3,810 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm RDW | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,130–1,160 mm RDW | 1,168 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,300 mm RDW | 2,300 mm |
| Front track | 1,457–1,465 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,506 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 850–910 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 950–1,010 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,166–1,199 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 2 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – |
| Fuel tank | – | 42 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 236–271 km/h RDW | 274 km/h |
| Torque | 181–236 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/50R16, 225/45R17, 195/55R16, 215/45R17
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). 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 | 91.4% (89.8–92.7) | 69.2% | 1,402 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 9.9% | 36.4% |
| Tyres | 8.8% | 31.2% |
| Suspension | 7.9% | 41.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 7.8% | 28.8% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 4.9% | 11.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 3.6% | 17.1% |
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 5 versions of the Lotus Exige Series 2
European Union 2 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1.8 L | 192 kW (261 PS) | Petrol | 199 g/km | 60 |
| 2010 | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 202 g/km | 308 |
United Kingdom 3 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–20102 seater sports coupé · Exige | 1.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 208 g/km |
| 2006–20102 seater sports coupé · Exige S | 1.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 216 g/km |
| 20042 seater sports coupé | 1.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 208 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.