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2004 Lotus Esprit Review
2004 Lotus Esprit Review
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Pros
- Sharp steering, exclusivity, fighter-jet acceleration.
Cons
- Dated chassis, minimal outward visibility, cramped cockpit.
What’s new
No changes for the Esprit.
Edmunds says
The Lotus Esprit may not be as easy to live with as an Acura NSX or Porsche 911, but it's not as common, either.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Lotus Esprit V8 2dr Coupe (3.5L 8cyl Turbo 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$324/mo for Esprit V8
Esprit V8
vs
$179/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2004 Lotus Esprit.
5 star(73%)
4 star(23%)
3 star(0%)
2 star(4%)
1 star(0%)
22 reviews
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4.75 out of 5 stars
over 3 yrs ownership
tim hayden, 12/24/2007
2002 Lotus Esprit V8 2dr Coupe (3.5L 8cyl Turbo 5M)
I have driven it daily for over 3 yrs and has been extremely reliable. I am so use to people making double takes when they see it on the road that it feels strange on the rare occasion when it does not occur. The performance is way beyond what I can explore and the exhaust note with the center exit U.S. exhaust is phenomenal and sounds only like exotic european cars can. The interior is … very intimate and memorable and feels very nice once settled in. I think the exterior is one of the most beautiful, exotic shapes to date and still looks modern after all these years. I have owned Porsches and Ferraris and this is the most satisfying car yet. Don't be scared to take the plunge and get one.
4.75 out of 5 stars
'02 Esprit
tim hayden, 04/27/2004
2002 Lotus Esprit V8 2dr Coupe (3.5L 8cyl Turbo 5M)
Bought it 2 weeks ago. Have owned a
Boxster, 911, Ferrari 308 Quattrovalve
and a Testarossa and I go out to the
garage at night just to look at this
one more than the others. The
interior is gourgeous in tan and the
wheels are the most beautiful I have
ever seen. The twin turbo
acceleration is the best I've ever
driven and the exhaust is pleasantly
loud. Major … service is maybe $1200
and was $5000 on the Testarossa. Other
accessories and parts much more
reasonable also. I am using as
everyday driver and I fully expect it
to be reliable.
4.75 out of 5 stars
Esprit V8 is a winner
Dirk989, 06/17/2003
2001 Lotus Esprit V8 2dr Coupe (3.5L 8cyl Turbo 5M)
While not a well know marque, Lotus has
produced one of the top supercars in
the world. Handling has been described
as the greatest ever. I don't
disagree. Performance is unbelievable,
especially with a few reasonably priced
mods. This car will glue you to your
seat and handle curves at speeds
previously reserved for video games.
The styling is not as outrageous as …
otherrs, but this is a car that looks
much better in person than in print.
Beautiful, exotic, good fuel mileage,
unbelievable performance and handling
for a fair price. The only flaw is
that the interior, while very well
made, is that of a typical British car -
small and tight.
4.5 out of 5 stars
An Owner's Review: 2003 Lotus Esprit V8
Owner of 2003 Esprit, 08/28/2003
2001 Lotus Esprit V8 2dr Coupe (3.5L 8cyl Turbo 5M)
Frightening fast car, difficult to
drive slow. Don't mean b/c u "want" to
drive it fast, I mean b/c IT wants to
drive fast. The gas pedal is either on
or off, as is clutch. Brakes similar,
risk a face plant if not careful to go
gentle on pedal. Not easy to drive,
but has its rewards. Downsides: (there
are several), forget about getting it
if you are shy, everyone WILL … react to
it, sometimes positively, sometimes
not. This leads to things that weigh
on your mind. As in, can I just park
this car anywhere?(ans: no). Do I need
to plan my trips? (ans: yes). The car
nose is unbeleivably low. Remember
this is not a Porsche911, it is a
supercar.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2004 Lotus Esprit, so we've included reviews for other years of the Esprit since its last redesign.
2004 Esprit Highlights
| Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $93,225 |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Gas |
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
| Cost to Drive | $324/month |
| Seating | 2 seats |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
| Warranty | 2 years / unlimited miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Esprit include:
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
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