Lotus “entry Level” 2-eleven

Lotus "Entry Level" 2-Eleven

Choosing your track day performance car has just become a lot more exciting

with the introduction of the entry level 2-Eleven and extensive range of Lotus

Sport performance options.

£27,995 MSRP inc VAT in UK

€34,695 excluding tax, duties & delivery charges

CHF 55,955 excluding tax, duties & delivery charges

The latest Lotus 2-Eleven, bristling with Lotus Sport options and wearing a dramatic carbon

fibre body was exhibited at the 78th annual Geneva International Motor show. This car has

been specified with, amongst other options, the 255 PS (252 bhp, 188 kw) power upgrade,

carbon fibre tonneau cover, four piston front brakes, "Aero Pack" and "Sport Pack" as an

example of how the new range of Lotus Sport options can be configured.

Mike Kimberley, CEO of Group Lotus plc commented: "The 2-Eleven has been exceptionally

well received worldwide, which has provided Lotus with a significant challenge to keep pace

with demand." He went on to add "It is very encouraging to see that the 2-Eleven is asserting

itself as class leader in the track day enthusiast sector and to hear all the incredibly positive

feedback from people enjoying the 2-Eleven's fantastic performance".

The 2-Eleven made its global debut at the 77th annual Geneva International Motor show in

2007 available in launch specification with the supercharged 255 PS (252 bhp, 188 kw)

engine, in either UK Single Vehicle Approval (SVA) or Track Only guise for the introductory

price of £39,995/ € 49,573.

After suggestions from Lotus racers and owners, the 2-Eleven will now be available as an

entry level car with a number of option packs to tailor to owners' individual requirements. As

well as a number of performance option packs such as the Track Day pack and UK road SVA

pack, there are a range of stand alone options that now include two different Limited Slip

Differentials, an FIA approved 70 litre bag fuel tank and a removable competition steering

wheel.

Roger Becker, Vehicle Engineering Director explained, "It is an imperative that all Lotus cars

have to be fun to drive and the 2-Eleven epitomises this DNA rule with its blistering

performance. It provides serious quantities of fun, either whizzing down country roads in SVA

trim or on track pushing to the limits of grip". He continued, "the suspension of the 2-Eleven

has been extensively tuned by our Dynamics Engineers to provide optimum handling for track

driving, giving an involving set-up that rewards drivers with exceptional balance and control at

the limit".

Lotus is a company committed to continual improvement and one facet of this dedication is

pushing the boundaries of performance through light weight. The entry level car, which at 720

kg (1600 lbs) epitomises the Lotus "performance through lightweight" mantra, is powered by

the naturally aspirated, high revving 190 PS (189 hp, 141 kw) engine from the Elise R. This 2-

Eleven even in its most basic specification shows a remarkable turn of pace with the sprint to

60 mph taking just 4.3 seconds and achieving a top speed of 140 mph (225 km/h).

With the introduction of the naturally aspirated model and upgrade options, there are now

many permutations that 2-Eleven can be ordered in, giving an incredible opportunity to create

individual customer bespoke cars – in theory no two cars need be the same! The full Lotus

paint palette including Lifestyle colours, Metallic colours and Premium colours is available to

further customise the 2-Eleven (a full list of 2008 options is attached along with a UK and EU

price list). The Launch colour scheme along with the Red Scorpion, Orange Bobcat, Yellow

Hornet and Green Dragon schemes are all available as a cost option.

The 255 PS supercharged engine as featured on the Launch Edition is retained as an option,

which lowers the zero to 60 mph time to a staggering 3.8 seconds with 0-100 km/h in 4.0

seconds. The addition of the supercharger increases torque to 242 Nm (179 lb.ft), offering

greater flexibility for sensational in gear acceleration and an increase in top speed to 150 mph

(241 km/h).

The entry level and launch edition are available with the incredibly popular UK SVA option

pack, making it possible for owners to drive to a circuit, race around all day and drive home in

the evening without the hassle and expense of a trailer. This option is definitely worth ticking. It

is also now possible to get these 2-Elevens road registered in a number of markets around the

world using the relevant territory specific registration approval process.

The light weight of the 2-Eleven translates into lightning turn-in and intoxicating performance,

providing a very addictive tonic. In entry level specification with the order box for the carbon

fibre body ticked, the 2-Eleven comes in at a featherweight kerb mass of 700 kg (1540 lbs),

which equates to a dry weight of just 648 kg (1430 lbs).

The addition of the Aero Pack gives the ability to change the high speed balance of the car

through adjustment of the rear wing angle: with the wing set at maximum attack over 10 % of

the vehicle's weight is generated in downforce at 100 mph (160 kph). The Aero Pack consists

of a race proven adjustable carbon fibre rear wing and to provide front to rear aerodynamic

balance, a lengthened composite front splitter is incorporated. Even in SVA trim with the road

legal aerodynamic aids the 2-Eleven produces 60 kg (132 lbs) of downforce at 100 mph (160

km/h)

As with all Lotus cars the 2-Eleven steering communicates every nuance of the road, with the

race car derived double wishbone suspension and road legal semi-slick Lotus specific

compound Yokohama AO48 tyres. With the inclusion of the Sport Pack, Ohlins 2-way

adjustable dampers are fitted allowing the suspension to be tuned in harmony with the aero

pack. This gives the option to dial in customer preferred handling characteristics to slice those

final tenths off the perfect lap.

Performance Stats

255 Super Charged 190 NA

Time (secs) Time (secs)

0-60mph 3.8 4.3

0-100kph 4.0 4.5

0-100mph 8.9 11.1

qtr mile 12.2 13.1

80-120kph 4th 3.6 4.9

80-120kph 5th 5.3 6.7

30-50mph 4th 3.0 3.7

40-60mph 4th 3.2 3.7

50-70mph 5th 4.2 5.6

V Max (mph) 150 140

V Max (kph) 241 225

CO2 emissions: 216 g/km

Combined Fuel Consumption: 30.4mpg (9.3/100km

Entry Level Car:

£27,995 (MSRP inc VAT) / €34,695* / CHF 55,955*

2-Eleven High Side chassis

Standard Galvanised Subframe

ABS

Switchable Traction Control

Lotus Sport Drivers Seat (cloth trim)

Standard adjustable drivers seat runners

4 point "E" marked drivers harness

Column Mounted Ignition and Steering Lock

Standard Elise IP with trip meter reset button

12volt Power Socket

Battery Master Switch with Plastic Key

Starter Button

Single Central Mirror

Normally aspirated 190 PS 2ZZGE engine

Non-Catalytic Exhaust Downpipe

Double Pass Expansion Silencer

2-Eleven Specific ECU

Oil/Water Intercooler

Accusump

FIA / SVA compliant fuel filler

Double shear toe link brace

Non – Adjustable Bilstein Dampers 100/110 ride height

Adjustable Front Anti-Roll Bar

Y type 8 spoke Cast Wheels – Hi Power Silver or Black, body Colour Dependant

Yokohama LTS A048 tyres

FIA compliant Rear Roll Hoop

Padding on forward legs of Roll Hoop

Full Grille set

Single Plane SVA compliant GRP rear Wing

Standard Length Front Splitter

Lotus Sport Build Plate

"Lotus Sport" External Decals

"Lotus" and "2-Eleven" Decals

"Union Flag" Decal

Paint from Standard Lotus Range

255 PS Supercharger Pack:

£4,495 (MSRP inc VAT) / €5,575* / CHF 8,985*

Supercharger kit including manifolds

Uprated Fuel Pump

Rear Mounted Air/Air intercooler with ducted entry

Motorsport Clutch

Peak Torque Limiting Valve in clutch line

Twin Air/Oil Coolers

Supercharged 2-Eleven ECU

"Supercharged" Decal

Sport Pack:

£3,495 (MSRP inc VAT) / €4,335 * / CHF 6,985*:

7 Twin Spoke Ultra Lightweight Forged Alloy Wheels – High Power Silver or Black

Ohlins 2 way adjustable dampers

RS 14 brake pads

Braided Stainless Steel Brake Hoses

LSC – Adjustable Traction control

Aero Pack (Track Use Only):

£1,995 (MSRP inc VAT) / €2,475* / CHF 3,985*

Adjustable Carbon Fibre single element rear wing

Aluminium Wing End Plates

Extended front splitter

Track Day Pack:

£1,495 (MSRP inc VAT) / €1,855* / CHF 2,985*

(Not compatible with SVA Pack or Track Day pack with Lights):

Rear DI's, Fog Lights, Reverse Lights and Brake Lights

Rear Lighting Harness

Indicator Stalk

Fog light switch

Side Mirrors

Hand Held Fire Extinguisher

Front and Rear Tow Eyes

Track Day Pack with Lights pack,

£2,495 (MSRP inc VAT) / €3,095* / CHF 4,985*

(Not compatible with SVA Pack or Track Day Pack)

Headlamp units

Front DI units

Mounting panel for headlamps

Side Repeaters

Rear DI's, Fog Lights, Reverse Lights and Brake Lights

Lighting Harness

Lighting Switch panel

Indicator/Dip Stalk

Horn

Side Mirrors

Hand Held Fire Extinguisher

Front and Rear Tow Eyes

UK SVA Pack:

£ 3,495 (MSRP inc VAT) / €4,335* – CHF 6,985*

(Not compatible with Track Day Pack or Track Day Pack with Lights)

Front and Rear Number plate bracket and lights

Headlamp units

Front DI units

Mounting panel for headlamps

Side Repeaters

Rear DI's, Fog Lights, Reverse Lights and Brake Lights

Lighting Harness

Lighting Switch panel

Indicator/Dip Stalk

Horn

Exhaust Downpipe with Catalyst

Side Mirrors

Radius trim

Red Anodised Aluminium Battery Master Switch Knob

Stand Alone Options UK: All prices are MSRP inc VAT

Lotus Sport Passenger Seat cloth trim, Fixed Mounts & 4 Point E Marked Harness £750

FIA approved Drivers Race seat with Bolt-in mounts & 6 point Race harness £750

"Launch Edition" Leather Seat Trim (Sport Seats Only) per seat £350

"Launch Edition" Paint and Graphic Decal Set £2,495

Painted Brake Calipers £495

Forged 5 Spoke (7x16 & 8x17) Black or Hi Power Silver (Sport Pack Only) £500

Twin Air/Oil Coolers (190 NA engine only) £995

Torsen Limited Slip Differential £995

Plate Type Limited Slip Differential £1,695

Removable Steering Wheel and Boss £395

Stage 1 Sport Silencer £285

Cockpit Shower Cover £180

Polished Intercooler Pipes £195

Front and Rear Tow Eyes £250

Hand Held Fire Extinguisher £65

Electrically Fired Plumbed in Fire Extinguisher £1,495

70 litre FIA FT3 bag fuel tank £2,495

FIA Rollover Structure Certificate and Decal £95

Fitted Dust Cover (SVA Rear Wing Version) £295

Fitted Dust Cover (Race Rear Wing Version) £295

Fabric Tonneau Cover (Due May 2008) £495

Carbon Fibre Body Panels (price dependant on specification and finish) £POA

Rigid Tonneau and Screen (GRP) £1,250

Carbon Fibre Rigid Tonneau (price dependant on specification and finish) £POA

Four Piston front calipers and 2 piece front discs £1,495

Anderson Plug External Connector and Cables £250

Stand Alone Options EU: All prices are excluding Tax

Lotus Sport Passenger Seat cloth trim, Fixed Mounts & 4 Point E Marked Harness €930

FIA approved Drivers Race seat with Bolt-in mounts & 6 point Race harness €930

"Launch Edition" Leather Seat Trim (Sport Seats Only) per seat €435

"Launch Edition" Paint and Graphic Decal Set €3,095

Painted Brake Calipers €615

Forged 5 Spoke (7x16 & 8x17) Black or Hi Power Silver (Sport Pack Only) €620

Twin Air/Oil Coolers (190 NA engine only) €1,235

Torsen Limited Slip Differential €1,235

Plate Type Limited Slip Differential €2,100

Removable Steering Wheel and Boss €490

Stage 1 Sport Silencer €355

Cockpit Shower Cover €225

Polished Intercooler Pipes €245

Front and Rear Tow Eyes €310

Hand Held Fire Extinguisher €80

Electrically Fired Plumbed in Fire Extinguisher €1,855

70 litre FIA FT3 bag fuel tank €3,095

FIA Rollover Structure Certificate and Decal €120

Fitted Dust Cover (SVA Rear Wing Version) €365

Fitted Dust Cover (Race Rear Wing Version) €365

Fabric Tonneau Cover (Due May 2008) €615

Carbon Fibre Body Panels (price dependant on specification and finish) €POA

Rigid Tonneau and Screen (GRP) €1,545

Carbon Fibre Rigid Tonneau (price dependant on specification and finish) €POA

Four Piston front calipers and 2 piece front discs €1,855

Anderson Plug External Connector and Cables €310

2-Eleven specific Accessories available from your Lotus Dealer:

High Windscreen (25mm taller than standard) £345

Side Mirrors £150

* Excluding tax, duties, delivery charges and other related costs

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