Lotus California Review

Lotus is a British manufacturer of cars known for producing lightweight cars delivering powerful performances. The company has since been taken over by Proton, a Malaysian automobile maker. Lotus cars possess features similar to racing cars. The Lotus California car is expected to be launched in the Indian market in 2010 through Mahindra.

Lotus California Specification

The Lotus California will be introduced in the Indian market in the D+ segment. A detailed Lotus California review reflects that the car will be equipped with 1800cc, 4-cylinder, VVTL-i petrol engine. This engine will be able to deliver power of 190 bhp at 7800 rpm along with peak torque of 180 Nm at 6800 rpm. The coupe will be able to accommodate 2 individuals.

The engine of the car will be mated with 6-speed manual transmission feature The suspension of the car will include fully independent suspension with unequal wishbones. The kerb weight of the car is 902 kgs and it has a fuel tank limit of 48 litres. The car has a top speed of 225 km and it comes with a 3 year warranty or for 36000 km. The car has powerful front and rear disk brake system.

Lotus California Mileage

The mileage figures for the car on Indian roads are not known as yet.

Lotus California Interiors

The car has stylishly designed interiors with several features that include option of air conditioner, electric adjustment of seats and top grade dash integrated audio system. The car has comfortable seats.

Lotus California Safety features

The car is loaded with several safety features and these include 2 airbags, antilock brake system, fog lamp and parking sensors.

Lotus California Price and design variations

The price of the car is around Rs 52 lakhs and the car will be available in a single design variation.

Lotus California Colors

The colors in which the car will be available in Indian market are not known as yet.

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Lotus Exige Review

The Lotus Exige is a car designed for racing enthusiasts. Lotus first introduced Elise in United States and followed it up with Exige. While the Lotus Elise is delicate the Lotus Exige is a racing machine. The car is expected to be launched in the Indian automobile market through Mahindra some time in 2010.

Lotus Exige Specification

The Lotus Exige review reflects that the car comes with a 1800cc, 4-cylinder VVTL-i petrol engine. This engine can deliver power of 257 bhp at 8000 rpm along with torque of 238 Nm at 5500 rpm. 2 individuals can be accommodated in the car. The car has fully independent suspension with unequal wishbones.

The Exige design including bodywork lengthened nose, covered roof and new rear wing were developed so as to deliver better cornering. At low speeds the brake system may seem abrupt but at high speeds the brakes seem smoother and easier to operate. The engine comes with 6-gear manual transmission feature. The kerb weight of the car is 902 kgs and its fuel tank limit is 48 litres.

While the Lotus Exige handling is superior the stiff suspension makes the ride quite uncomfortable. It is therefore not possible to use the vehicle on a daily basis. The top speed of the vehicle is 225 km/hr and the car can reach 0 to 100 km/hr in just 4.1 seconds.

Lotus Exige Mileage

The mileage for the car in Indian conditions is not known.

Lotus Exige Interiors

The Lotus Exige cabin is not too luxurious and does not have many features. Most individuals may find it difficult to enter and exit the cabin but the seats within the car are extremely comfortable and supportive. Since the car has been designed for race enthusiasts the cabin has been kept bare and this also helps in ensuring that the weight is kept down. The features offered as options for drivers include leather upholstery and upgraded stereo system.

Lotus Exige Safety features

As this car is meant as a low volume vehicle meant for adrenaline junkies it does not have many safety features. The safety features available in the car include front driver as well as passenger airbags.

Lotus Exige Price and design variations

The price of the car is around Rs 61 lakhs and the car is available in two design variations which include Lotus Exige S 240 and Lotus Exige S 260.

Lotus Exige Colors

The colors in which the car would be available in Indian market are not known as yet.

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