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1991 Lotus Esprit

US · Two Seaters

The 1991 Lotus Esprit is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (GMP4 ANDIC (FFS,TRBO) (MPFI)
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (GMP4 ANDIC (FFS,TRBO) (MPFI)
Combined Economy
19 MPG US (12.4 L/100 km) · EPA
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
5-speed manual
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (GMP4 ANDIC (FFS,TRBO) (MPFI)
Displacement2.2 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionManual
Gears5
DrivetrainRWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
City15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Highway25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 7, 2026.

    Data sources

    Source checked: October 21, 2026

    Data verified: October 21, 2026

    Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What engine does the 1991 Lotus Esprit have?

    2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (GMP4 ANDIC (FFS,TRBO) (MPFI)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

    What is the fuel economy of the 1991 Lotus Esprit?

    Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

    Is the 1991 Lotus Esprit front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

    Drivetrain: RWD.

    Are there recalls for the 1991 Lotus Esprit?

    No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 7, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.