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Lotus Europa: generations and engines

The Lotus Europa was built from 1970 to 2010 in 2 generations, with 2 engine versions in our catalog (coupe). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.

Production years1970–2010
Generations2
Engine versions2
Power106–203 hp
Body stylesCoupe
FuelGasoline
Timeline

Lotus Europa generations

  1. 1970–1976

    Lotus Europa

    • Coupe
    • Gasoline

    1 engine version 106 hp

    Generation specs
  2. 2006–2010

    Lotus Europa S

    • Coupe
    • Gasoline

    1 engine version 203 hp

    Engines below
Specs

Lotus Europa engines

The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.

Lotus Europa S2006–2010 · 1 engine version
EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombined
2.0 16V (203 hp)2006–2010Gasoline203 hp (149 kW)194 lb-ft (263 Nm)5.8 s143 mph (230 km/h)
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