Martin
07-17-2008, 07:28 PM
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Group
Lotus
plc
15/07/2008
NEWS RELEASE
The New Distinctive, Mid-engined,
2+2 Sportscar from Lotus
Eagerly anticipated and making its official global debut at the
British Motorshow in London on July 22nd, the first all-new
car from Lotus since the iconic Elise in 1995, will enter the
sportscar market as the only mid-engined 2+2 in production.
The new car, which is known only by its project name ‘Eagle’, is a more
holistic offering than the Elise and Exige models that have been so massively
popular with track day enthusiasts. The car, the name for which will be
announced at the British Motorshow on 22nd July at an 11:30 press
conference, is designed for people who desire exotic sportscar characteristics
of stunning design, exclusivity, dramatic proportions and performance. Project
Eagle also offers real-world usability and a unique sense of occasion.
Powered by a 3.5-litre V6 producing 280 PS, the new car employs innovative
lightweight chassis technology to ensure visceral all-round dynamic
performance, in keeping with the great Lotus tradition. Even in the very early
stages of development testing, Lotus ride and handling engineers report that it
is considerably faster around the famously demanding Nürburgring circuit than
the Elise and more stable at speed than the Exige.
Inside, Project Eagle cocoons occupants with a sumptuous leather surfaces
juxtaposed with contemporary high-tech features. With driver focused
instrumentation the driver sits in cockpit-esque surroundings. A beautifully
appointed dash boasts tactile details such as flush-mounted controls that glow
with blue LED haloes and a stylised speedometer and rev counter ensuring
that controls are both attractive and accessible.
Styled in-house by Lotus Design, the Project Eagle’s sleek, sophisticated and
attention-snaring lines brilliantly disguise its ability to accommodate
passengers in the rear of the cabin, giving the car the external characteristics
of a small, nimble sportscar whilst belying its internal space. As well as being
sold in a 2+2 configuration, the car will also be available as a purely twoseater,
the space in the rear being allocated to luggage storage. Other
derivatives are also planned for the future, including a convertible and an ultrahigh
performance version.
Deliveries of Project Eagle will begin in Spring 2009, and with only 2000 of the
hand crafted cars planned each year, this exclusive and unique car is creating
a real stir with celebrity enthusiasts around the world. Hollywood actor and
car enthusiast Patrick Dempsey is just one of the high profile collectors who
are on the waiting list for a test drive.
Mike Kimberley, CEO of Group Lotus plc, had this to say about the new
model: “Project Eagle is the biggest milestone Lotus has achieved since the
Elise was born 13 years ago. We are currently working at broadening the appeal
of the Lotus brand through an aggressive 5-year model plan of which
this car represents the first exciting step.”
Group
Lotus
plc
15/07/2008
NEWS RELEASE
The New Distinctive, Mid-engined,
2+2 Sportscar from Lotus
Eagerly anticipated and making its official global debut at the
British Motorshow in London on July 22nd, the first all-new
car from Lotus since the iconic Elise in 1995, will enter the
sportscar market as the only mid-engined 2+2 in production.
The new car, which is known only by its project name ‘Eagle’, is a more
holistic offering than the Elise and Exige models that have been so massively
popular with track day enthusiasts. The car, the name for which will be
announced at the British Motorshow on 22nd July at an 11:30 press
conference, is designed for people who desire exotic sportscar characteristics
of stunning design, exclusivity, dramatic proportions and performance. Project
Eagle also offers real-world usability and a unique sense of occasion.
Powered by a 3.5-litre V6 producing 280 PS, the new car employs innovative
lightweight chassis technology to ensure visceral all-round dynamic
performance, in keeping with the great Lotus tradition. Even in the very early
stages of development testing, Lotus ride and handling engineers report that it
is considerably faster around the famously demanding Nürburgring circuit than
the Elise and more stable at speed than the Exige.
Inside, Project Eagle cocoons occupants with a sumptuous leather surfaces
juxtaposed with contemporary high-tech features. With driver focused
instrumentation the driver sits in cockpit-esque surroundings. A beautifully
appointed dash boasts tactile details such as flush-mounted controls that glow
with blue LED haloes and a stylised speedometer and rev counter ensuring
that controls are both attractive and accessible.
Styled in-house by Lotus Design, the Project Eagle’s sleek, sophisticated and
attention-snaring lines brilliantly disguise its ability to accommodate
passengers in the rear of the cabin, giving the car the external characteristics
of a small, nimble sportscar whilst belying its internal space. As well as being
sold in a 2+2 configuration, the car will also be available as a purely twoseater,
the space in the rear being allocated to luggage storage. Other
derivatives are also planned for the future, including a convertible and an ultrahigh
performance version.
Deliveries of Project Eagle will begin in Spring 2009, and with only 2000 of the
hand crafted cars planned each year, this exclusive and unique car is creating
a real stir with celebrity enthusiasts around the world. Hollywood actor and
car enthusiast Patrick Dempsey is just one of the high profile collectors who
are on the waiting list for a test drive.
Mike Kimberley, CEO of Group Lotus plc, had this to say about the new
model: “Project Eagle is the biggest milestone Lotus has achieved since the
Elise was born 13 years ago. We are currently working at broadening the appeal
of the Lotus brand through an aggressive 5-year model plan of which
this car represents the first exciting step.”