{"id":236442,"date":"2016-04-22T11:20:27","date_gmt":"2016-04-22T11:20:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.supercars.net\/blog\/?p=236442"},"modified":"2024-12-27T00:31:52","modified_gmt":"2024-12-27T00:31:52","slug":"2013-lotus-esprit-prototype","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/2013-lotus-esprit-prototype\/","title":{"rendered":"2013 Lotus Esprit Prototype"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>2013 Lotus Esprit Prototype<\/h1>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<p><span id=\"intelliTXT\">At the 2010 Paris Motor Show, Lotus unveiled their new vision of the Esprit. Much like the four other concept cars that made up the New Lotus Vision, this is what Lotus calls a production intent prototype and projects a 2013 vision for Lotus.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Press Release<\/h4>\n<p>The most eagerly anticipated Lotus makes its return. Without doubt, this is the car that the true Lotus aficionados have been waiting for: The ultimate Lotus.<\/p>\n<p>The new Esprit represents the very essence of exclusive supercar driving. It picks up and exceeds the legacy of it\u2019s forefathers. Think of it as a statement of superiority. Think of it as Lotus CEO Dany Bahar\u2019s personal statement of intent, his vision for the future of Lotus.<\/p>\n<p>Dany Bahar, Chief Executive Officer of Group Lotus, said: \u201cThe Esprit is the ultimate supercar. In the past when people thought of the Esprit, they thought of the movies, Bond, Pretty Woman, Basic Instinct but this time around, the car is the star of the show.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/2013-lotus-esprit-prototype\/2013_lotus_espritprototype2\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-236444\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-236444 size-full\" title=\"2013 Lotus Esprit Prototype\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2013_Lotus_EspritPrototype2.jpg\" alt=\"2013 Lotus Esprit Prototype\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u201cOne has to be very careful when taking on the challenge of reinventing such an iconic classic as the Esprit \u2013 everyone has an opinion. There\u2019s a fine balance between acknowledging the greatness of the past whilst at the same time rapidly leaping forward to the future and ensuring that this car not only does the name Esprit justice but also the Lotus brand. I think we\u2019ve managed to find the balance and in doing so created a new icon, a car people will find hard to resist.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNot only does the Esprit look incredible but it has the performance to match. We\u2019ve stuck to the Lotus core values of performance through lightweight and teamed them with future technology and exceptional engineering to ensure that the Esprit will be the leader of the pack. The design is aggressive, you have to see it to appreciate how low and wide the proportions are but it still retains a level of dignity, of class and most of all exclusivity. I\u2019m very proud of this car.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/2013-lotus-esprit-prototype\/2013_lotus_espritprototype3\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-236445\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-236445 size-full\" title=\"2013 Lotus Esprit Prototype\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2013_Lotus_EspritPrototype3.jpg\" alt=\"2013 Lotus Esprit Prototype\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Powered by a 5.0 litre V8 pressure charged engine delivering up to 620 PS, the Esprit retains exceptional performance through it\u2019s unique lightweight design making it the ultimate expression of Lotus supercar ownership. It is the supercar that will redefine ride and handling, performance, comfort and exclusivity.<\/p>\n<p>The styling of the Esprit echoes the performance with strong lines throughout the sleek low body. The symmetry through the mass and proportion of the Esprit give it an intense look, it\u2019s the perfect example of the new Lotus DNA in action.<\/p>\n<figure class='gallery-item'>\r\n            <div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\r\n                <a href='https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2013_Lotus_EspritPrototype1.jpg' class='tipi-lightbox'>\r\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2013_Lotus_EspritPrototype1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"2013 Lotus Esprit Prototype\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2013_Lotus_EspritPrototype1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2013_Lotus_EspritPrototype1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2013_Lotus_EspritPrototype1-100x67.jpg 100w, 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https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2013_Lotus_EspritPrototype7-100x55.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2013_Lotus_EspritPrototype7-770x426.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2013_Lotus_EspritPrototype7-293x162.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n            <\/div><\/figure>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<h3>In Detail<\/h3>\n<table class=\"cardetails\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">type<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">Concept \/ Prototype Car<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">released at<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">2010 Paris Motor Show<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">built at<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">England<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">production<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">price \u00c2\u00a3\/td&gt;<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">\u00c2\u00a3110,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"boldlabel\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">engine<\/td>\n<td class=\"boldvalue\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">V8 w\/Optional KERS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">position<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">Mid, Longitudinal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">displacement<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">5000 cc \/ 305.12 in\u00b3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">power<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">462.3 kw \/ 620 bhp<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">specific output<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">124.0 bhp per litre<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">bhp\/weight<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">427.59 bhp per tonne<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">torque<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">720 nm \/ 531.0 ft lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">redline<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">8500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">driven wheels<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">RWD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">curb weight<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">1450 kg \/ 3197 lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">transmission<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">7 Speed DCT<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"boldlabel\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">top speed<\/td>\n<td class=\"boldvalue\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">~330 kph \/ 204.93 mph<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">0 &#8211; 100 kph<\/td>\n<td 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Much like the four other concept cars that made up the New Lotus Vision, this is what Lotus calls a production intent prototype and projects a 2013 vision for Lotus. Press Release The most eagerly anticipated Lotus makes its return. Without doubt, this is the car that the true Lotus aficionados have been waiting for: The ultimate Lotus. 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