Lotus Esprit V8 MPG and Fuel Economy
Lotus have been manufacturing models of Esprit V8 for 7 years, with the latest vehicle in 2004 having a combined MPG of 16.
The estimated fuel cost for the 2004 Lotus Esprit V8 is $4,600 per year.
Government regulators have estimated that value based on 15,000 miles driven per year, using regular gasoline, and a split of 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.
💵 Compared to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will spend $11,500 more on fuel driving a 2004 Lotus Esprit V8.
🛢 The Lotus Esprit V8 will consume roughly 19 barrels of petroleum per year, using the standard estimate of 15,000 miles per year.
💨 For every mile driven, the Lotus Esprit V8 will emit -1 grams of CO2, which is about -15,000 grams of CO2 per year.
🌳 To help you understand the impact of this, a normal tree will absorb around 21,000 grams of CO2 per year. This means that roughly 1 tree would be needed to offset emissions from the Lotus Esprit V8.
The table below is a complete list of the 7 Lotus Esprit V8 fuel efficiency specifications we have data for.
Click any vehicle link to see a more detailed breakdown of the car, miles per gallon, emissions, and more.
| Vehicle | Combined MPG | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Lotus Esprit V8 | 16 | $4,600 |
| 2003 Lotus Esprit V8 | 16 | $4,600 |
| 2002 Lotus Esprit V8 | 16 | $4,600 |
| 2001 Lotus Esprit V8 | 19 | $3,900 |
| 2000 Lotus Esprit V8 | 16 | $4,600 |
| 1999 Lotus Esprit V8 | 15 | $4,950 |
| 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 | 16 | $4,600 |
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