Lotus Elite for 2014

Lotus will introduce at 2010 Paris Motor Show its new Lotus Elite set to be produced by 2014.
The new Lotus Elite has a front-mid positioned 5.0 l V8 engine delivering up to 620 hp and 720 Nm torque. The maximum revolution range is set at 8.500 rpm. The new rear wheel drive GT is a 2+2 and is announced to be capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 kph in 3,5 to 3,7 seconds. Top speed is claimed for 315 kph.
Hybrid technology will be offered as an option comprising a gearbox with integrated electric motors and KERS. Price indication is announced for circa £ 115.000 ( nearly 136.000 Euros or 178.000 US$ )
  
Dany Bahar, CEO of Group Lotus said: “There’s no denying that the Elite is breathtakingly beautiful to look at but it’s so much more than that, it’s a car that over delivers in all other aspects as well. One could say it’s a car of perfect contradictions, it’s compact yet spacious, high performing yet low emitting, lightweight yet still reassuringly solid. It’s a car that we are exceptionally proud of at Lotus and we truly believe that there is nothing else like it out there both in terms of styling and performance. 

“Make no mistake, there’s a definite market requirement for the Elite – it’s the ultimate sports car feel with comfort and space. There will always be those who believe that Lotus should stick to small sports cars but we didn’t take the decision to design something like the Elite lightly, it’s based on months of careful research and planning. It’s worth noting this sector has been very successful for us in the past and now the Elite raises the benchmark higher still.” 

This new Lotus Elite should be release in spring 2014

Lotus Elite 2014 Specifications

Layout: 2+2 seater, front-mid-engined, rear wheel drive
Dimensions:
2+2 seats
Length: 4.60m - Width: 1.90m - Height:  1.32m                                  
Weight: 1650 kg
Engine: Petrol, hybrid optional
Hybrid technology: Hybrid gearbox with integrated electric motors and KERS
Cylinder: V8 , 5Litres - Power/Torque: 620 HP – 720 Nm
0 – 100 km/h: 3.5 seconds
Top speed: 315 km/h – Rear Wheel Drive

Lotus Elite 2014 shape and specs may vary before production.

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