Lotus - Elise - Sales Brochure - (1997)

1 THE LOTUS EL I SREA CCOONNTTEENNTTSS VO THE LOTUS EVORA CONTENTS THE LOTUS EVORA RANGE “Simplify, then add lightness” A UNIQUE PLACE IN HISTORY 2 PERFORMANCE THROUGH LIGHT WEIGHT 4 BUILT-IN PERFORMANCE 6 THE LOTUS EVORA INTRODUCTION 11 MAKE EVERY DRIVE SPECIAL 12 THE LOTUS EVORA GT410 SPORT 14 PAINT OPTIONS 16 FURTHER INFORMATION 18 THE LOTUS EVORA CONTENTS THE LOTUS EVORA CONTENTS 1 “If you’re not winning, you’re not trying.” A UNIQUE PLACE IN HISTORY Since the day Colin Chapman established Lotus in 1952, the company has never ceased to innovate. This has earned Lotus a distinguished place in motorsport history. In Formula 1 alone, Lotus has achieved 81 victories, 102 pole positions and 13 World Championships from over 500 Grand Prix starts. Lotus designs have also beaten the best in World Rally, Le Mans, Indy Car, Touring Car and numerous Sports Car and GT classes around the world. introduction of the monocoque chassis, to aerofoil wings, ‘ground effect’ and active suspension, Chapman’s innovations changed racing car design forever. Lotus continues to push the boundaries of automotive design and engineering today with expertise in lightweight construction, performance electronics, the bonded aluminium chassis, the world’s only mid-engined 2+2 sports car and industry benchmark steering, ride and handling. A deeply ingrained passion for innovation remains at the heart of everything Lotus does today. Colin Chapman applied pioneering, lightweight engineering to every one of his race and road cars. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential automotive engineers of all time. From the Above: Founder Colin Chapman. Right: 1972, Fittipaldi in the iconic black 2 and gold livery debriefs Chapman. 7 6 81 9 1 1 FIA Formula 1 Constructors’ World Championships FIA Formula 1 Drivers’ World Championships FIA Formula 1 Grand Prix Wins Le Mans Wins (in Class) Indianapolis 500 Win FIA World Rally Championship THE LOTUS EVORA A UNIQUE PLACE IN HISTORY THE LOTUS EVORA A UNIQUE PLACE IN HISTORY From the original Elite to the latest Evora, Lotus has remained true to its founding principles. Lightweight construction, efficient use of the minimum number of parts, a perfectly balanced chassis and tactile, communicative steering are evident in every driving icon to proudly carry the Lotus badge. 3 4 Throughout the 1950’s, Lotus constructed a series of aerodynamically advanced, lightweight Sportsracers. Typified by the revered Lotus Eleven that won its class at Le Mans in 1957, all were spectacular examples of Colin Chapman’s ethos. His passion for innovative, lightweight engineering was best encapsulated by his famous quote from the launch of the Lotus Seven in 1957: “to increase performance, add lightness”. Chapman’s engineering ideals, proven time and time again in the toughest of environments, are more relevant today than ever. They live-on in the celebrated Lotus Elise. Launched to great acclaim in 1996, this mid-engined, rear-wheel drive, ultra-light thoroughbred redefined the sports car once again. Its revolutionary, bonded aluminium chassis delivers the ultimate driving sensation, providing exceptional feedback with thrilling acceleration and extremely low running costs for the performance on offer. Over two decades later, it remains unmatched for precision, agility and pure driving engagement. Today, the Lotus Lightweight Laboratory maintains Colin Chapman’s legacy and ensures that his ethos is applied to every new model. After a complete strip down, every component is assessed and optimized through redesign, change of material, change of supplier or integration. If one part can be made to do the job of several, this is where it happens. Improvement is continuous. The quest to add lightness never ends. The result is the fastest, most exciting, most capable range of road cars Lotus has ever built. Cars shown: Lotus 3-Eleven 430, Evora GT430, Exige Cup 430 and Elise Cup 250 Car shown: Lotus 3-Eleven THE LOTUS EVORA PERFORMANCE THROUGH LIGHT WEIGHT THE LOTUS EVORA PERFORMANCE THROUGH LIGHT WEIGHT PERFORMANCE THROUGH LIGHT WEIGHT 5 6 The name Lotus is synonymous across the world with sublime handling and exceptional vehicle dynamics. The key to it all is that every Lotus is designed and engineered from scratch with a singular focus. Every Lotus is purposebuilt to be a pure sports car. Sport, benefits from a bespoke, motorsport tested, bonded aluminium chassis. The pioneering process of bonding aluminium extrusions remains state-of-the-art today and provides the ideal platform for some of the highest quality suspension components to be found on any road car. Any mass-produced saloon or hatchback can be made to go faster but it’s never the optimal starting point for a performance car. For that, you need an exceptionally light, rigid chassis designed by a company with seven decades of elite-level motorsport experience. Every Lotus, from the Elise Sport 220 to the Evora GT410 Each and every Lotus car features the optimal, cost-no-object design of unequal length double wishbones for superior kinematics, absolute precision, intuitive response and maximum tyre grip. With all four contact patches optimally controlled, the Elise can generate astonishing cornering forces from modest tyres. Very few car companies today offer such high quality suspension across the range. Then again, very few car companies focus exclusively on purpose-built sports cars. The other secret to world-renowned ride and handling expertise, is the on-site test track at Hethel. A luxury enjoyed by few other car makers, it allows Lotus to develop cars faster and more intensively. Every Lotus is painstakingly honed to extract every last drop of dynamic performance from each component – remaining true to Colin Chapman’s principle of performance through light weight. T H E L O T U S E V O R A B U I LT - I N P E R F O R M A N C E T H E L O T U S E V O R A B U I LT - I N P E R F O R M A N C E BUILT-IN PERFORMANCE 7 THE LOTUS EVORA THE LOTUS EVORA THE LOTUS EVORA 8 9 10 Like every Lotus before it, the Evora benefits from a unique approach to driving dynamics. It’s a car for devoted drivers who enjoy race car responses but also want some refinement and practicality for the open road. Designed and engineered to ensure that the driver is fully immersed in a sensory experience, it’s capable of making even the most ordinary drive feel special. Expertise earned from seven decades in motorsport has been applied to develop a sports car with equal prowess on both road and track. In race form, the Evora GT4 is a proven winner, successfully competing in numerous endurance series, including the MSA British Endurance Championship, American Le Mans Series and the Le Mans 24-hours. Back on the road, the Evora rewards its driver with vivid communication, sublime handling, exquisite poise and real usability across all road surfaces and at all speeds. The essence of the Evora is found in its exceptional engineering and focus on real-world performance. Production combines high-technology processes with hand finishing techniques, from chassis construction through to final assembly. Teams of specialists oversee every process, ensuring that high-quality engineering standards are met during every stage of the build. Completed cars undergo rigorous rolling road and water-ingress tests to ensure absolute reliability and performance. The state-of-the-art chassis is unique to the Evora. Constructed using bonded aluminium extrusions, it’s extremely light yet incredibly stiff with a central tub forming the driver’s cockpit and safety cell - a process widely used in modern racing car construction. Its unique design delivers exceptional torsional rigidity - it takes 27,000 Nm to twist it just one degree. This rigidity allows Lotus engineers to fine tune the forged aluminium, double wishbone suspension for more compliance, improving ride comfort without compromising the exceptional handling dynamics. THE LOTUS EVORA INTRODUCTION THE LOTUS EVORA INTRODUCTION THE LOTUS EVORA INTRODUCTION 11 MAKE EVERY DRIVE SPECIAL 12 Focused driving is effortless with precise, intuitive steering response allied to huge reserves of mechanical grip, agility and poise. As the twisting tarmac disappears beneath you, the Evora flows, settling into a rhythm, smoothing out rough surfaces, breathing with the road for an enthralling, immersive driving experience. Whatever the road throws at you sweeping curve, challenging hairpin or undulating straight, the Evora demonstrates complete mastery over them all. An elegant, low-drag, fastback design combines fluid lines and a swept-forward cabin with an athletic stance and distinctive presence. The meticulously weighted hydraulic power steering remains an industry benchmark. A tactile delight, it displays total fluency on the road, transmitting authentic feedback directly to the driver while filtering out unwanted noise, keeping you focused and uniquely connected to the road. THE LOTUS EVORA MAKE EVERY DRIVE SPECIAL THE LOTUS EVORA MAKE EVERY DRIVE SPECIAL First and foremost a pure driver’s car for the road, the Evora proves that the value of motorsport engineering extends far beyond the race track. Its functional aerodynamics, bonded aluminium chassis, Bilstein dampers, Eibach springs, forged aluminium wishbones and AP Racing brakes are all motorsport grade, intelligently applied for road use. The Evora’s towering dynamic abilities were honed by countless development miles on some of the world’s most demanding roads and test facilities. 13 TECHNICAL Alcantara® trimmed binnacle cover and switch cover SPECIFICATION Interior colour pack – centre console panel and door grab handles in contrast yellow or red finish (cost option) Instrument panel surround, steering wheel finisher, HVAC panel and door release levers in gunmetal finish Rear parking sensor Relentless development has led to the next evolution of Evora. The stunning new GT410 Sport takes the Evora’s unique attributes to spectacular new heights. Small car agility, precision and response meets GT car refinement and comfort like never before. THE LOTUS EVORA GT410 SPORT Re-styled with advanced aerodynamic elements taken straight from the limited production Evora GT430, the GT410 Sport generates significantly more downforce than its predecessor without any increase in drag. So much so, it is now the most aerodynamically efficient Lotus of all. As a pure driver’s car it remains unchallenged in its class, setting new standards for precision, communication and driver engagement at all speeds. 14 Available as both a two-seater or 2+2, with a choice of 6-speed manual or paddleshift automatic transmissions, a wide range of options allows you to specify your car for enhanced GT comfort or greater track focus. Featuring exquisite quality carbon fibre panels as standard, the flagship Lotus is now faster, sharper and more appealing than ever. Lightweight aluminium gear knob PERFORMANCE EVORA GT410 SPORT (MANUAL) EVORA GT410 SPORT (AUTOMATIC) Max power 410 hp at 7,000 rpm (416 PS) 410 hp at 7,000 rpm (416 PS) Max torque 302 lb ft from 3000 to 7000 rpm (410 Nm) 302 lb ft from 3000 to 7000 rpm (410 Nm) 0-60 mph 4.0 seconds 3.9 seconds 0-100 km/h 4.2 seconds 4.1 seconds Max speed 186 mph (300 km/h) 174 mph (280 km/h) Fuel consumption (WLTP) mpg (l/100 km) Low Medium High Extra high Combined 16.9 (16.7) 26.4 (10.7) 31 (9.1) 29.7 (9.5) 26.7 (10.6) Side sills in matt black finish Aluminium face level vents and blanking plate surround Anodised, lightweight aluminium, extruded, epoxy bonded and riveted high-stiffness chassis Mirror caps in gloss black finish Dark grey headlining Glass rear quarter panel Black carpet Servo assisted, lightweight 2-piece cross-drilled and ventilated brake discs and AP Racing four piston calipers (front 370mm x 32mm, rear 350mm x 32mm) AP Racing® brake calipers, yellow finish with black logo Carbon fibre door sill inserts Michelin® Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres (front 235/35 R19, rear 285/30 R20) Lightweight aluminium pedal pads Lotus designed, ultra-lightweight, forged aluminium wheels (19” 8J front and 20” 9.5J rear alloy wheels) in silver or matt black OPTIONS: INTERIOR AND TRIM Unequal length, high lateral stiffness, forged aluminium, double wishbone suspension with Eibach® tubular front and rear anti-roll bars Sports suspension package: Eibach® ultra-light, low-sideload springs, front and rear, fitted to Bilstein® sports dampers 248 g/km Lotus tuned hydraulically-assisted, rigidly-mounted, rack and pinion steering system, with 2.86 turns lock-to-lock 1361 kg 1368 kg Driver selectable ESP modes – Drive/Sport/Race 301 hp per tonne 300 hp per tonne Active exhaust valve control Combined CO 2 emissions 239 g/km Unladen weight Power-to-weight ratio Aerodynamic downforce at maximum speed 15.5 (18.2) 25.4 (11.1) 30.1 (9.4) 29.4 (9.6) 25.7 (11) CHASSIS AND BODY 55 kg 48 kg ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION 3.5 litre V6, 24-valve, water cooled, all-aluminium engine, with Edelbrock supercharger 6-speed manual transmission, with gearbox cooler, coupled to Lotus’ precision shift aluminium mechanism Lightweight, single-mass, low inertia fly wheel Torsen-type limited slip differential (manual only) Tyre pressure monitoring system Lightweight lithium-ion battery EXTERIOR SPECIFICATION Lightweight rear sport diffuser (new aluminium diffuser) Powerfold and heated door mirrors Bi-xenon headlights LED daytime running lights Oval exhaust finisher Immobiliser and remote activated alarm system INTERIOR SPECIFICATION 2+0 seat configuration Carbon fibre sports seats, trimmed in black Alcantara® with contrast twin stitching in yellow or red Instrument panel, centre console and door panels trimmed in black Alcantara® with contrast twin stitching in yellow and white or red and white Carbon fibre roof panel Steering wheel trimmed in black leather and Alcantara®, with black stitching Lightweight carbon fibre tailgate with integrated rear spoiler and louvred backlight Door grab handle in black Alcantara®, gear lever gaiter and hand brake sleeve in black leather Carbon fibre front access panel Lightweight driver’s footrest 2+2 seating configuration (must be specified with Sparco® sports seats) Sparco® sports seats, trimmed in black Alcantara®, with contrast twin stitching in yellow or red Lotus developed steering wheel trimmed black Alcantara® with racing line indicator Leather pack – full black leather interior, including seats, instrument panel upper and door panel upper (replacing Alcantara® components) (no cost option) OPTIONS: EXTERIOR AND BODY Mud flaps Carbon fibre rear diffuser surround OPTIONS: COMFORT AND COMMUNICATION Air conditioning Premium infotainment unit (7” screen, including Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, satellite navigation and reversing camera) Subwoofer and amplifier Sound insulation Cruise control OPTIONS: LIGHTWEIGHT AND PERFORMANCE 6-speed automatic transmission Race suspension package: Lotus-tuned, Öhlins® TTX aluminium two-way adjustable dampers – twenty click adjustment compression and rebound; twin tube design; low internal friction Touring suspension package: Bilstein® non-adjustable dampers, with touring pack specification with Michelin PS4S Tyres (Evora 400 wheel specification) (no cost option) Lotus designed, ultra-lightweight, forged aluminium wheels (19” 8J front and 20” 10.5J rear 10 spoke alloy wheels) in silver or black (GT430 design). Tyre size 235/285 Lotus designed, lightweight, forged aluminium wheels 19” 8J front and 20” 9.5J rear 10 spoke alloy wheels) in silver or black (Evora 400 design) (no cost option) Titanium exhaust PAINT OPTIONS Signature paint Metallic paint LOTUS EXCLUSIVE OPTIONS Exclusive paint: alternative metallic colours Exclusive paint: alternative pearlescent colours Exclusive paint: custom colour choice Bespoke double colour stitching (any colour) Exclusive leather: alternative colour Specified forged wheel in alternative finish THE LOTUS EVORA GT410 SPORT THE LOTUS EVORA GT410 SPORT 15 PAINT OPTIONS T H E LOT U S E VO R A PA I N T O PT I O N S 16 RACING GREEN C203 METALLIC BLUE C202 METALLIC ORANGE C205 METALLIC LIGHT BLUE C208 METALLIC DARK GREY C213 Images are for comparison use only, please speak to your local dealer for physical print samples. SOLID RED C183 METALLIC PAINTS EVORA SILVER C180 METALLIC WHITE C201 METALLIC GREY C185 METALLIC BLACK C186 T H E LOT U S E VO R A PA I N T O PT I O N S SOLID YELLOW C206 METALLIC SILVER C190 17 T H E LO T U S E V O R A F U R T H E R I N F O R M AT I O N FURTHER INFORMATION 18 The information and images in this brochure are based on the current technical data when going to print. As part of a policy of continuous specification improvements, Lotus reserves the right to modify specifications, technical equipment, options and colours at any time. For the latest details please contact your authorised Lotus dealership or visit lotuscars.com. Throughout this brochure, wherever a feature is described as an option it should be assumed that it will be at extra cost to the base vehicle unless specifically stated to the contrary. All model and colour combinations are subject to availability. Certain options or combinations of options may be unavailable in certain markets. Performance results may vary depending upon the specification of the particular vehicle, environmental conditions, driving style and other factors. Published figures should be used for comparison purposes only and verification should not be attempted on public roads. Lotus recommends that all local speed and safety laws must be obeyed and safety belts worn at all times. The track driving and stunt images contained in this brochure were taken on a closed circuit using professional drivers. Do not attempt to recreate this style of driving. Use of the vehicle on track or in a competitive manner is not endorsed by Lotus. Participation in use off-road, including on closed circuit tracks or for use in a competitive manner, including timed laps or runs will invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty and the vehicle will require appropriate levels of expert vehicle preparation and servicing. Customers are responsible for ensuring that their cars comply with all relevant road, track and or race regulations at all times. CARS INTENDED FOR TRACK USE ONLY CARRY NO MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY OTHER THAN THAT REQUIRED BY LAW. Distributors and dealerships are not agents of Lotus and have absolutely no authority to bind Lotus by any express or implied undertaking or representation. All vehicles should be purchased through an authorised Lotus dealership, please see the dealer locator at lotuscars.com. Purchaser’s statutory rights are not affected. Note that current print and photographic techniques do not allow us to faithfully reproduce the full depth and tone of the colours in this brochure. This brochure is designed to provide general product information and is not a contractual document or offer of sale. For current information please contact your authorised Lotus dealership. 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