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Lotus Exige 2012–2021

Exige (2012)

Petrol Sedan RWD

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Exige (2012-2021) — Бензин, 349 hp. Data from vehicle-makes-models (ODbL).

Technical specifications

Production years 2012–2021
Generation Exige (2012)
Body type Sedan
Fuel Petrol
Engine S 3.5L V6 6MT (350 HP)
Displacement 3,5 l
Power 349 hp
Power 257 kW
Torque 400 Nm
Gearbox Manual
Gears —
Drivetrain RWD
0-100 km/h 3,8 s
Top speed 274 km/h
Consumption (city) —
Consumption (highway) —
Consumption (combined) 10,1 l/100km
CO₂ emissions —
Length 4 049 mm
Width 1 801 mm
Height 1 128 mm
Wheelbase 2 370 mm
Weight 1 176 kg
Trunk —
Seats 5
Doors 4
Price —

Who Is This Car Best For?

Scores are calculated algorithmically from the technical data available for this exact specification. Missing fields are not filled with assumptions.

Family use 34/100
City driving 78/100
Long trips Insufficient data
Sporty driving 90/100
Economy 21/100
Daily practicality 77/100

Lotus Exige (2012–2021) is a sedan running on petrol. It belongs to the Exige (2012) generation. This assessment describes this exact specification from the published technical figures — 349 hp, 3.5 L displacement, manual transmission, rear-wheel drive.

Family suitability scores 34/100 (poor fit). The layout with 5 seats and 4 doors supports passenger-carrying use. A 2370 mm wheelbase hints at cabin proportions, but it is not a substitute for measured passenger space. No crash-test rating is stored, so safety is not inferred.

For urban use the score is 78/100 (good fit). Overall length of 4049 mm helps with manoeuvring and parking. Width at 1801 mm also shapes how compact the car feels in town. The manual gearbox asks more of the driver in dense traffic. Turning circle and parking-aid equipment are not in the database, so they are excluded.

Long-distance suitability cannot be scored with the incomplete highway-related figures available.

Dynamic performance scores 90/100 (strong fit). With 349 hp and 0–100 km/h in 3.8 s, this version shows strong pace. Power-to-weight is about 296.8 hp/tonne at 1176 kg. Torque of 400 Nm supports mid-range response. Drive type (rear-wheel) informs the chassis score without claiming a specific handling feel. Top speed is listed at 274 km/h.

Economy scores 21/100 (poor fit). Combined catalogue fuel use is 10.1 L/100 km. Official fuel economy is not guaranteed real-world use; the test cycle (e.g. WLTP) can differ from daily driving.

Day-to-day practicality scores 77/100 (good fit). Body style (sedan) sets the basic use profile. A 4-door layout is more of a compromise for frequent rear access. A manual gearbox offers control but asks more in traffic.

Strongest areas from the available data: performance (90), city driving (78), daily practicality (77). Main compromises are family use (34), economy (21).

It suits drivers seeking livelier performance rather than maximum space or calm comfort.

Bottom line: Lotus Exige shows a balanced technical profile with an average around 60/100 across scored categories. Treat this as guidance built only from confirmed figures — match it against your real needs, a test drive and ownership costs.

Tires and pressure

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