| Lotus Europa S | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Lotus Cars |
| Production | 2006–2010 458 produced |
| Assembly | England: Hethel, Norfolk |
| Designer | Russell Carr |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Body style | 2-door coupé |
| Layout | Transverse mid-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Platform | Lotus Elise Series 2 platform |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0 L GM Z20LER Ecotec turbocharged I4 |
| Transmission | 6-speed Getrag M32 manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,330 mm (91.7 in) |
| Length | 3,900 mm (153.5 in) |
| Width | 1,850 mm (72.8 in) |
| Height | 1,120 mm (44.1 in) |
| Kerb weight | 995 kg (2,194 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Lotus Esprit |
| Successor | Lotus Evora |
The Lotus Europa S (Type 121) is a sports car built by the British company Lotus Cars from 2006 until 2010. It has a rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and was designed to be a more comfortable variant of the driver-focused Lotus Elise and its derivative, the Exige. The Europa S revived the Europa nameplate previously used in the 1960s and 1970s.
The Europa S features a larger boot (trunk), greater sound-proofing and easier cabin access due to the lower chassis sides and higher roof line. The Europa S includes creature comforts such as air conditioning, a sound system, leather interior and interior carpeting as standard equipment reflecting its grand touring nature.