Lotus M250 2000

[GRF]

Lotus, the carmaker that builds lightweight sports cars that has a mid-engined layout and incredible handling, has created a midship sports car, powered by a naturally-aspirated 3.0-liter V6, and that could slot between the Elise (4 cylinder car) and the Esprit (8 cylinder car), called the M250. This car debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show back in 1999. Lotus said that this car will be built between 3,000 and 4,000 cars a year once this car hits the roads in Spring 2002, with a price of $60,000. But it didn't happen afterall, which was cancelled back in 2001. So who wants to see this car in GT6 or Future GTs? If you want it, then vote now!

Specifications
Engine details:
Description: Transverse mid-mounted naturally aspirated 3.0-litre V6, DOHC, Electronic fuel injection and engine management.
Max. power (bhp): 250

Transmission:
Type: Manual 6-speed transverse mounted gearbox
Drive: Rear
Performance:
Top speed (mph): 155 (electronically limited)
0-62 mph (sec.): 5.0

Body:
Type: Aluminium/composite construction, 2-seater coupe
Kerb weight (kg):less than 1000
Length (mm): 4137
Width (mm): 1817
Height (mm): 1166
Wheelbase (mm): 2518
Wheels and tyres:
Wheel size (inches): Front: 8Jx18 / Rear: 10Jx19
Tyres: Front: 225/40 ZR18 / Rear: 285/35 ZR19
Chassis and Suspension:
Chassis: Bonded aluminium/composite tub with modular chassis construction for higher stiffness
Suspension: Independent upper and lower wishbones, co-axial springs & dampers
Steering: Rack and pinion with power assistance
Brakes:
Summary: 320mm diameter cast iron ventilated discs, 4 piston racing calipers, ABS

 

[Azure Flare]

No doubt in my mind that this car could have possibly have been a true successor to the Esprit.

 

[Humungus]

So... it's an Evora with a nicer front end and a worse rear.

 

[swynder]

This looks very futuristic for a 2000 car... Nice.