Lotus Esprit Generations

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1993 - 2004

Coupe 218–354 hp Petrol 10 modifications

1987 - 1993

Coupe 264–304 hp Petrol 3 modifications

1981 - 1987

Coupe 160–231 hp Petrol 4 modifications

1978 - 1981

Coupe 142–162 hp Petrol 2 modifications

1976 - 1979

Coupe 142–160 hp Petrol 2 modifications

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