Lotus Exige engines
The Lotus Exige is an English sports car in the back of a two-seater coupe from the racing car manufacturer Lotus Cars Limited. The car has been produced since 2000 in the UK and is based on the Lotus Elise roadster. In total, three series / generations of the model were made. The Exige has both sporty and urban versions. In 2014 and 2015 The Exige Cup R racing modification won the prestigious The Bathurst 12 Hour, the prestigious 12 Hour Endurance Marathon, held annually in Australia.
The Lotus Exige was offered with 2 engines between 2012 and 2021 (2 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.8 to 3.5 liters, power output from 164 to 280 hp. All of them use a timing chain. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Toyota 2GR-FE (about 400,000 km).
Lotus Exige engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Exige 3 2012–2021 | |||||||
| Toyota 2GR-FE | 2012–2021 | 3.5 L V6 | 250–280 hp | petrol | chain | 6.1 L | ~400,000 km |
| Lotus Exige | |||||||
| Toyota 2ZZ-GE | 1.8 L R4 | 164–260 hp | petrol | chain | 4.4 L | ~200,000 km | |
Lotus Exige engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Lotus Exige?
Lotus Exige 3 (2012–2021): Toyota 2GR-FE; Lotus Exige: Toyota 2ZZ-GE.
Which Lotus Exige engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Lotus Exige engines are: Toyota 2GR-FE — about 400,000 km; Toyota 2ZZ-GE — about 200,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Lotus Exige engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Toyota 2GR-FE — 6.1 L (5W-20, 5W-30); Toyota 2ZZ-GE — 4.4 L (5W-30).
Does the Lotus Exige have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Toyota 2GR-FE and Toyota 2ZZ-GE.
Was the Lotus Exige available with a diesel engine?
No, all Lotus Exige engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Toyota 2GR-FE
In engines until 2010, the oil supply line to the phase regulators had a rubber part that could burst and the unit…
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