Lotus Exige 2014 Owner's Manual

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CONTENTS

A UNIQUE PLACE IN HISTORY

LOTUS RACING BACK ON TRACK 6-7

THE MODERN REVOLUTION 8-9

BUILT IN PERFORMANCE 10-11

BORN ON TRACK 12-13

HOME ON THE ROAD 14-15

THE LOTUS EXIGE S 20-21

THE LOTUS EXIGE S ROADSTER 22-23

THE LOTUS EXIGE V6 CUP 24-25

FEATURE FOCUS 26-27

COCKPIT INTERIOR 28-29

TRACK ATTACK 30-31

BODY COLOURS 34-35

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INTERIOR STYLE 36-37

EXTERIOR WHEELS 38

OPTION PACKS 39

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 40-42

LOTUS LIFE 43

FURTHER INFORMATION 44

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FIA For mula 1
Constructors’

World

Championships

FIA Formula 1

Driver s’

World

Championships

FIA For mula 1

Grand Prix

Wins

Le Mans

Wins

(in Class)

Indianapolis 500

Win

FIA World Rally

Championship

“If you’re not winning, you’re not trying.”

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A UNIQUE PLACE IN

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HISTORY

Lotus is a driving icon that throughout decades of
development has remained true to its founding principles;
from the original Elite to the latest Evora. Efficient use of
the minimum number of parts, a perfectly balanced
chassis and a tactile and involving spirit are recognisable
in every car to carry the Lotus badge.

Above: Founder Colin Chapman.
Left: 1970, the British Grand Prix

was won by Rindt’s Lotus 72.
Right: 1972, Fittipaldi in the
iconic black and gold livery
debriefs Chapman.

In 1948 Colin Chapman built his first car, following his
own theories for improved performance. He formed
Lotus in 1952 and from then on the company has never
ceased to innovate. In competition, Lotus has a rich
history. In Formula 1 alone Lotus has more than 500
Grand Prix starts, complete with 81 victories and 7
World Championships. In addition to the accolades
gained in F1, Lotus has successfully competed in Rally,
Le Mans, Indy and sports car classes around the world.

Chapman was a pioneer in creating lightweight cars,
his innovations changed the face of racing car design
forever. From the introduction of ‘ground effect’, aerofoil
wings, monocoque chassis and active-ride suspension
through to the aluminium bonded chassis of the modern
line up, Lotus have never stopped inventing and the
passion for innovation remains at the core of everything
they do today.

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LOTUS RACING

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ON TRACK

Left: Evora GT4
Below: LMP2 Car
Bottom: 2012 MSA British Endurance

Championship winning Evora GTC
Right: Lotus F1
German Grand Prix

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For Lotus, motorsport is tradition, inspiration and the
cornerstone of its brand. Colin Chapman inspired
Lotus’ racing success and applied his engineering
genius to make Lotus cars technically innovative and
ultimately faster than the competition.

As ambitious now as in the past, this dedication to
motorsport continues with Lotus gearing up in
competitions around the world. In Formula 1
Endurance racing and numerous GT series, Lotus is up
to speed; from Silverstone to Le Mans to Laguna Seca,
Lotus is making an impression in the world’s most
famous events on the most demanding circuits. These
high-profile international events are complimented by
dedicated Lotus one-make race series for the Evora,
Exige and Elise.

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REVOLUTION

The Exige has always blended the extreme and the sublime. In true Lotus fashion,

it traces its origins back to motorsport, conceived from technology developed in

competition. With its highly tuned engine, dramatic styling, and hardcore handling

- Lotus’ recipe for intense performance remains instantly recognisable.

Both the Exige’s looks and power have evolved since its original conception. The
aggressive lines of the Exige S underline its racing pedigree; its track inspired
aerodynamics a statement of its performance ability.

Combining the coupé’s awesome power and handling with an open air experience
is the Exige S Roadster. It’s the first time an Exige has been offered with a soft
top, one which is typically lightweight and easy to remove or fit.

Lotus’ engineering and motorsport expertise is clear, ensuring a sports car
that delivers on both road and track, its lightweight chassis and awesome

supercharged engine providing a perfect balance of power and weight. This

potent combination becomes obvious in its motorsport evolutions, with the
formidable Exige V6 Cup versions stirring up Lotus Cup series worldwide.

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BUILT IN

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PERFORMANCE

The essence of every Lotus is found in its
exceptional engineering and focus on
performance. Production combines high
technology processes with hand
finishing techniques. Teams of
specialists oversee every process
ensuring Lotus’ high-quality engineering
standards are met during every stage of
the build; with completed cars
undergoing rigorous rolling road and
water-ingress tests to ensure ultimate
reliability and performance.

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The state-of-the-art Exige chassis is composed of

an extruded and bonded aluminium structure,
developed for its lightweight yet incredibly stiff
design, with a central tub containing the driver’s
cockpit and safety cell – a format closely reflecting

the layout of modern-day racing cars. Its unique
design ensures an extremely rigid chassis, and the

perfect foundation for an agile sports car.

Underneath the new Exige S body lays the key

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to its potent performance, a mid-mounted,
supercharged V6 producing 345 hp (350 PS)
and a staggering 295 lbft (400 Nm) of torque.

Coupling this powerplant with the Exige’s
sublime chassis provides the perfect
foundation for this unparalleled sports car.

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BORN ON

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TRACK

Intense performance comes from intensive detail. Lotus’ motorsport
expertise features strongly in the Exige’s design and engineering, with
race-derived components such as double wishbone suspension, Bilstein
dampers, Eibach springs and AP Racing track tuned braking systems,
every component having been carefully optimised on track.

A dramatic styling overhaul sees a new, sleeker body design, with its
sculptured, leaner shape prominent in the Exige S Roadster, which safely
sheds its aerodynamic aids in order to optimise airflow with the roof off. A
new, track focussed aerodynamic package is fitted to the coupé,
conveying its racing purpose even before the engine is fired.

Helping the driver harness the incredible
power is a new Dynamic Performance
Management system (DPM) that offers extra
stability when the high levels of grip are
exceeded. A selectable Sport mode takes DPM
one step further, allowing the driver to safely
explore the limits even more. Choose the ‘Race
Pack’ option for Launch Control and a fourth

‘Race’ mode providing maximum possible

traction and stability in and out of corners for
ultimate lap times.

12 / BORN O N TRACK / Lotus Exi ge S