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1995 Lotus Esprit

US · Two Seaters

The 1995 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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 (ESPRIT (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 (ESPRIT (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 (ESPRIT (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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 6, 2026.

  • 96V244000: AIR BAGS

    AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT SYSTEM WARNING LABELS ARE MISSING FROM THE SUN VISOR. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 108, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."

    Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. IF THEY SO DESIRE, THEY CAN HAVE THEIR DEALERS INSTALL THESE LABELS FOR THEM.

    Reported December 5, 1996. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 10, 2026

Data verified: November 10, 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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  • 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (ESPRIT (FFS,TRBO) (MPFI)) · RWD
    19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1995 Lotus Esprit have?

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

What is the fuel economy of the 1995 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 1995 Lotus Esprit front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

Are there recalls for the 1995 Lotus Esprit?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.