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Lotus Sport, the motor sport division of Lotus Cars Ltd., has developed two higher performance versions of the 2006 Model Year Lotus Exige, the Lotus Exige Cup and the Lotus Exige Cup 240, both developed for track use straight out of the box.
The Lotus Exige Cup cars are based on the new 2006 Model Year Exige and are completely track ready sports coupés wîth uprated clutch, sports exhaust, adjustable suspension, uprated
brakes, limited slip differential, switchable traction control, a T45 steel roll-over hoop and Aframe wîth harness mounts, fuel and ignition kill switches and a fully plumbed in fire extinguisher system. An FIA approved 6 point roll cage is a no cost option*.
As the names suggest, the Lotus Exige Cup cars are available wîth two different engine variants. The Lotus Exige Cup uses a 192 PS (189hp / 141kW) and 181Nm four cylinder 1.8 litre 2ZZ VVTL-i engine, and the Lotus Exige Cup 240 uses a supercharged and intercooled high revving 1.8 litre four cylinder engine producing 247 PS (243hp / 181kW) at 8000 rpm and a torque figure of 236 Nm at 7000 rpm.
Performance from both the variants is phenomenal wîth the Lotus Exige Cup reaching 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and 160 km/h in 13.2 seconds, wîth a top speed of 237 km/h. The Lotus
Exige Cup 240 reaches the 100 km/h mark in around 4.5 seconds and 160 km/h in 11.3 seconds. Top speed is 249 km/h.**
Both versions are built as official factory conversions of new Lotus Exige cars by Lotus Sport at its facilities at the Group Lotus Headquarters in Hethel, Norfolk, ÚK. Each car features a Lotus Sport build plate.
The specifications in more detail:
Apart from the differences in engine performance, the Lotus Exige Cup cars have identical specification.
Engine
The Lotus Exige Cup uses a 192 PS 2ZZ-GE 1.8 litre VVTL-i (Variable Valve Timing wîth Lift – intelligent) engine. This high revving engine is governed to a maximum engine speed of 8500 rpm wîth a change between two cams (a high speed cam and a low speed cam) at between 5800 rpm and 6200 rpm depending upon the operating conditions of the car.
The supercharged and intercooled engine in the Lotus Exige Cup 240 has a maximum power output of 247 PS (243 hp / 181 kW) at 8000 rpm and a torque figure of 236 Nm at 7000 rpm.
This vast amount of extra power and torque now available means that the cam change between the low-speed cam and the high-speed cam now takes place at around 4000 rpm giving a smooth and linear surge of power from 4000 rpm all the way to the maximum 8300 rpm. The Roots-type Eaton M62 supercharger (with a sealed-for-life internal mechanism meaning that it does not require the use of the engine's oil) is run from the crankshaft, and has an integral bypass valve for part load operation. Charge air (air under pressure from the supercharger) is cooled through an air-to-air intercooler (the cooling air enters via the roof scoop) before being fed into the engine itself. All charge air ducting has been kept as short as possible wîth large diameter pipes making sure that the bends in these ducts are not too tight, to the benefit of throttle response and efficiency. Four high capacity injectors add additional fuel under hard acceleration or high speed driving. A sports-type clutch plate and heavy duty clutch cover transfers the engine power and torque to the lightweight C64 six-speed gearbox (with an aluminium casing) – wîth the same perfectly spaced ratios as the standard Elise 111R and Exige.
A torque-sensing type limited slip differential is fitted as standard and works in harmony wîth the Lotus switchable traction control system. The system works though the engine, reducing power to maintain traction, is active above 8 km/h and operates much more quickly than many brakebased systems. An Accusump (engine oil accumulator unit) is included in the whole package as an oil reservoir backup for extreme track use ensuring that, under these conditions, the engine oil pressure remains constant.
Wheels and Tyres
Y-type 8-spoke lightweight cast alloy wheels in High Power silver are shod wîth Lotus specific Yokohama Advan A048 tyres (rated W and annotated wîth 'LTS') to maximise grip and achieve the ride and handling targets set by Lotus.
Brakes
The brake system includes cross-drilled and ventilated discs and upgraded sports brake pads
set into the brake calipers (AP Racing on the front and Brembo on the rear), high grade silicon brake fluid, stainless steel braided brake hoses all linked to the proven Lotus track tuned servoassisted four-channel ABS system that enhances braking performance and minimising stopping distance without taking over from the skill of the driver.
Suspension
Suspension is provided by Öhlins springs and two-way adjustable dampers (which have 22 compression and 60 rebound settings and ride height adjustment to reduce the ride height from 130 mm to 120 mm) and an adjustable front anti-roll bar (five settings). Full instructions and recommended settings are provided to allow customers to tailor the handling characteristics of the car to their own requirements.As the Lotus Exige Cup cars are modified for track use, a double shear track control arm brace is provided to cope wîth the expected kerb abuse during racing and hard track day driving.
Safety Equipment
The Lotus Exige Cup cars have all the safety equipment that is expected for a track car wîth 4
point seat belt harnesses (for track use only), two sports seats clad in suede-effect material and using ProBax technology, a T45 steel roll-over hoop and A-frame wîth harness mounts, a
mechanical ignition kill switch wîth cockpit and external activation and a plumbed electrical fire
extinguisher system, again wîth cockpit and external activation. A FIA approved 6-point roll cage is a no cost option, race ready for customers wishing to compete in motorsport activities.
Interior
The interior makes use of lightweight and simple race specification materials including aluminium window winders, acrylic capped door panels and carbon-effect leather door inserts.Source - Lotus Cars
For more information and related vehicles, click hereThe Lotus Exige Cup cars are based on the new 2006 Model Year Exige and are completely track ready sports coupés wîth uprated clutch, sports exhaust, adjustable suspension, uprated
brakes, limited slip differential, switchable traction control, a T45 steel roll-over hoop and Aframe wîth harness mounts, fuel and ignition kill switches and a fully plumbed in fire extinguisher system. An FIA approved 6 point roll cage is a no cost option*.
As the names suggest, the Lotus Exige Cup cars are available wîth two different engine variants. The Lotus Exige Cup uses a 192 PS (189hp / 141kW) and 181Nm four cylinder 1.8 litre 2ZZ VVTL-i engine, and the Lotus Exige Cup 240 uses a supercharged and intercooled high revving 1.8 litre four cylinder engine producing 247 PS (243hp / 181kW) at 8000 rpm and a torque figure of 236 Nm at 7000 rpm.
Performance from both the variants is phenomenal wîth the Lotus Exige Cup reaching 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and 160 km/h in 13.2 seconds, wîth a top speed of 237 km/h. The Lotus
Exige Cup 240 reaches the 100 km/h mark in around 4.5 seconds and 160 km/h in 11.3 seconds. Top speed is 249 km/h.**
Both versions are built as official factory conversions of new Lotus Exige cars by Lotus Sport at its facilities at the Group Lotus Headquarters in Hethel, Norfolk, ÚK. Each car features a Lotus Sport build plate.
The specifications in more detail:
Apart from the differences in engine performance, the Lotus Exige Cup cars have identical specification.
Engine
The Lotus Exige Cup uses a 192 PS 2ZZ-GE 1.8 litre VVTL-i (Variable Valve Timing wîth Lift – intelligent) engine. This high revving engine is governed to a maximum engine speed of 8500 rpm wîth a change between two cams (a high speed cam and a low speed cam) at between 5800 rpm and 6200 rpm depending upon the operating conditions of the car.
The supercharged and intercooled engine in the Lotus Exige Cup 240 has a maximum power output of 247 PS (243 hp / 181 kW) at 8000 rpm and a torque figure of 236 Nm at 7000 rpm.
This vast amount of extra power and torque now available means that the cam change between the low-speed cam and the high-speed cam now takes place at around 4000 rpm giving a smooth and linear surge of power from 4000 rpm all the way to the maximum 8300 rpm. The Roots-type Eaton M62 supercharger (with a sealed-for-life internal mechanism meaning that it does not require the use of the engine's oil) is run from the crankshaft, and has an integral bypass valve for part load operation. Charge air (air under pressure from the supercharger) is cooled through an air-to-air intercooler (the cooling air enters via the roof scoop) before being fed into the engine itself. All charge air ducting has been kept as short as possible wîth large diameter pipes making sure that the bends in these ducts are not too tight, to the benefit of throttle response and efficiency. Four high capacity injectors add additional fuel under hard acceleration or high speed driving. A sports-type clutch plate and heavy duty clutch cover transfers the engine power and torque to the lightweight C64 six-speed gearbox (with an aluminium casing) – wîth the same perfectly spaced ratios as the standard Elise 111R and Exige.
A torque-sensing type limited slip differential is fitted as standard and works in harmony wîth the Lotus switchable traction control system. The system works though the engine, reducing power to maintain traction, is active above 8 km/h and operates much more quickly than many brakebased systems. An Accusump (engine oil accumulator unit) is included in the whole package as an oil reservoir backup for extreme track use ensuring that, under these conditions, the engine oil pressure remains constant.
Wheels and Tyres
Y-type 8-spoke lightweight cast alloy wheels in High Power silver are shod wîth Lotus specific Yokohama Advan A048 tyres (rated W and annotated wîth 'LTS') to maximise grip and achieve the ride and handling targets set by Lotus.
Brakes
The brake system includes cross-drilled and ventilated discs and upgraded sports brake pads
set into the brake calipers (AP Racing on the front and Brembo on the rear), high grade silicon brake fluid, stainless steel braided brake hoses all linked to the proven Lotus track tuned servoassisted four-channel ABS system that enhances braking performance and minimising stopping distance without taking over from the skill of the driver.
Suspension
Suspension is provided by Öhlins springs and two-way adjustable dampers (which have 22 compression and 60 rebound settings and ride height adjustment to reduce the ride height from 130 mm to 120 mm) and an adjustable front anti-roll bar (five settings). Full instructions and recommended settings are provided to allow customers to tailor the handling characteristics of the car to their own requirements.As the Lotus Exige Cup cars are modified for track use, a double shear track control arm brace is provided to cope wîth the expected kerb abuse during racing and hard track day driving.
Safety Equipment
The Lotus Exige Cup cars have all the safety equipment that is expected for a track car wîth 4
point seat belt harnesses (for track use only), two sports seats clad in suede-effect material and using ProBax technology, a T45 steel roll-over hoop and A-frame wîth harness mounts, a
mechanical ignition kill switch wîth cockpit and external activation and a plumbed electrical fire
extinguisher system, again wîth cockpit and external activation. A FIA approved 6-point roll cage is a no cost option, race ready for customers wishing to compete in motorsport activities.
Interior
The interior makes use of lightweight and simple race specification materials including aluminium window winders, acrylic capped door panels and carbon-effect leather door inserts.Source - Lotus Cars
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