product.specifications
specs.engine_size3.5 L
specs.fuel_typePremium
specs.transmission5 speed manual
specs.drivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
specs.combined_mpg16 MPG
product.comparison_title
| Lotus Esprit V8 product.this_vehicle |  Hyundai Kona FWD |  Toyota Corolla Cross |  GMC Yukon XL 4WD |  GMC Yukon 2WD |  Buick Encore GX AWD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| product.price | — | $23,000–$31,000 | — | — | — | $27,900 |
| specs.engine_capacity | 3.5 L | 2L | 2L | 3L | 3L | 1.3L |
| specs.fuel_type | Premium | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Diesel | Regular |
| specs.transmission | 5 speed manual | Automatic (AV-S1) | Automatic (AV-S10) | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 9-spd |
| specs.body_type | Coupe | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
product.about
Experience exhilarating performance with the 1997 Lotus Esprit V8, a rear-wheel-drive coupe boasting a powerful 3.5L turbocharged V8 engine. With 350 horsepower and a top speed of 282 km/h, this two-seater offers impressive acceleration, achieving 0-60 mph in just 4.4 seconds.
product.pros
- No recalls on record
- No complaints on record
- Powerful 350 hp engine
- Impressive 0-60 mph in 4.4s
- Turbocharged V8 engine
product.cons
- Below-average city MPG
- Below-average highway MPG
- Below-average combined MPG
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product.status_history
status.uncertain→status.certified27 May 2026
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