These are standard specifications for the 1999 Lotus Esprit, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024
Features
| Engine Location : | Mid |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel (standard), Front Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1994 - 2004 |
| Body Designer : | Julian Thomson |
| Price : | $69,990 |
| Weight : | 2450 lbs | 1111.301 kg |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 4.8 seconds. |
| 1/4 Mile : | 13.0 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 178 mph | 286.402 km/h |
Engine & Transmission
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1588 cc | 96.9 cu in. | 1.6 L. |
| Power : | 162 BHP (119.232 KW) @ 6600 RPM |
| Torque : | 148 Ft-Lbs (201 NM) @ 4200 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.2 in | 80 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 79 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.2:1 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum |
| Twin-turbocharged V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3500 cc | 213.6 cu in. | 3.5 L. |
| Power : | 350 BHP (257.6 KW) @ 6500 RPM |
| Torque : | 295 Ft-Lbs (400 NM) @ 4250 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.3 in | 83 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.2 in | 81 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.00:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 32 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
5 Manual
Handling
Recall
| Component | AIR BAGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | LOTUS CARS OF AMERICA INC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 01E016000 |
| Summary | EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: MODEL YEAR 1997 THROUGH 2001 LOTUS ESPRIT VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 1995, AND MARCH 31, 2001. A REPLACEMENT PASSENGER SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY COULD HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IN CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE MANUFACTURED WITHOUT A LAP PORTION THAT IS LOCKABLE SO AS TO SECURE A CHILD SAFETY SEAT. |
| Consequence | IF AN INCORRECT BELT WAS INSTALLED, THE SEAT BELT WILL NOT BE CAPABLE OF SECURING A CHILD SEAT, WHICH COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT. |
| Remedy | CUSTOMERS ARE BEING INSTRUCTED TO BRING THEIR CARS INTO THEIR LOCAL DEALER FOR A FREE REPLACEMENT BELT ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 26, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT LOTUS CARS USA AT 1-800-245-6887. |
| Notes | ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GROUP LOTUS PLC |
| Mfr Report Date | 19970101 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 04V001000 |
| Summary | CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO, 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' CERTAIN AIR BAG WARNING LABELS ARE REQUIRED ON BOTH SUN VISORS AND THE ABOVE VEHICLES FAILED TO HAVE THE REQUIRED LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE SUN VISOR. |
| Consequence | THE ABSENCE OF THE LABELS COULD CREATE A RISK TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY IF THE OPERATION OF THE AIR BAG SYSTEM AND THE NEED TO USE SEAT BELTS IS NOT PROPERLY UNDERSTOOD. IMPROPER USAGE COULD CAUSE INJURIES IN THE EVENT OF AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT WHEN THERE IS A CRASH. |
| Remedy | OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LOTUS AT 1-800-245-6887. |
| Notes | CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
Data updated June 2024
1999 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $21,050 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $40,810 |
| Avg. Home : | $131,750 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.22 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1999 Lotus Esprit?
Q: How fast is the 1999 Lotus Esprit? A: The 1999 Lotus Esprit has a top speed of 178 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1999 Lotus Esprit? A: The 1999 Lotus Esprit has a wheelbase size of 96.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1999 Lotus Esprit? A: The 1999 Lotus Esprit has a length of 172.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1999 Lotus Esprit? A: The 1999 Lotus Esprit has a width of 74.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1999 Lotus Esprit cost when new?A: The 1999 Lotus Esprit had a base price of approximately $69,990 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1999 Lotus Esprit? A: The 1999 Lotus Esprit was a Coupe.Q: What engines did the 1999 Lotus Esprit have? A: The 1999 Lotus Esprit had the following engine options: Turbocharged Inline 4 (1588 cc | 96.9 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 162 BHP (119.232 KW) @ 6600 RPM and 148 Ft-Lbs (201 NM) @ 4200 RPM Twin-turbocharged V 8 (3500 cc | 213.6 cu in. | 3.5 L.) with 350 BHP (257.6 KW) @ 6500 RPM and 295 Ft-Lbs (400 NM) @ 4250 RPM Q: What transmission did the 1999 Lotus Esprit have? A: The 1999 Lotus Esprit had a 5 speed Manual gearbox.
