Lotus Esprit
The Lotus Esprit is a coupe model, produced 1997–2003, spanning 1 generation with 4 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. The Esprit (1997-2003) generation is the most extensively documented, with 4 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.
Choose your Esprit generation.
How many generations does the Lotus Esprit have?
The Lotus Esprit has 1 generation with 4 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.
What years was the Lotus Esprit produced?
The Lotus Esprit has been produced 1997–2003. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.
What body type is the Lotus Esprit?
The Lotus Esprit is available as Coupe. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.
What would this actually cost you?
- Depreciation€33,285
- Fuel / energy€18,113
- Insurance€3,750
- Maintenance€3,000
- Road tax€5,960
Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.
Main rivals
Same class — see how they stack up.
Lotus Esprit: names by market
This model has been sold under different names across markets — same car, different badge or nameplate.
- Esprit V8