OverviewSpecifications
Lotus Esprit V8
Lotus · Cars · 2003
Lotus Esprit V8 (2003)
100
Status
Certified
Long track record, no issues found
Status Certified — verified clean safety record across 5+ years of official monitoring.
Specifications
Engine Size3.5 L
Fuel TypePremium
Transmission6 speed manual
Combined MPG16 MPG
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Price—$23,000–$31,000———$27,900
Engine Capacity3.5 L2L2L3L3L1.3L
Fuel TypePremiumRegularRegularDieselDieselRegular
Transmission6 speed manualAutomatic (AV-S1)Automatic (AV-S10)Automatic 10-spdAutomatic 10-spdAutomatic 9-spd
Body TypeCoupeSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
About

Experience exhilarating performance with the 2003 Lotus Esprit V8, a rear-wheel-drive coupe powered by a potent 3.5L turbocharged V8 engine. This mid-engine sports car boasts a top speed of 174 mph and accelerates from 0-60 mph in just 4.4 seconds, all while maintaining a certified safety status with no recalls or complaints on record.

Pros
  • Certified safety status
  • No recalls on record
  • No complaints on record
  • Impressive acceleration
  • High top speed
Cons
  • Below-average city MPG
  • Below-average highway MPG
  • Below-average combined MPG
Complaints
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Status history
Uncertain→Certified27 May 2026
Lemon Score: 100. 1 data points. v3 scoring.
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