Flamboyant and fun, elemental and efficient

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What it looks like

Producing 100 lbs. of downforce at 100 mph, the body kit worn by the Lotus Exige S gets a body color rear wing, front air splitter, and side air intakes. The S is also identified by a single oval exhaust outlet and a revised roof scoop that feeds cool air to the mid-mounted engine’s intercooler. Matte black forged aluminum wheels, 16-inch front and 17-inch rear, are tucked into the composite fiberglass body. A wide variety of standard, metallic, and lifestyle paint colors are available.

What’s inside

Cramped quarters with few luxuries greet the two people riding in the Lotus Exige S. Black cloth sport seats with Probax anatomical padding have trouble accommodating larger people, and can be trimmed in optional leather. Standard equipment includes a leather Momo steering wheel, an Alpine four-speaker stereo with in-dash CD player, air conditioning, carpeted floor mats, and aluminum trim. Order the package with leather, and you’ll also get power windows, full carpeting, upgraded audio, and additional insulation.

What Lotus says

“The Lotus Exige S is the most incredible car,” says Mike Kimberly, CEO of Group Lotus Plc. “Its performance (is) unbelievable, almost mind-boggling.” Lotus also thinks the Exige S represents an incredible value in the supercar realm.