Lotus Esprit years to avoid
No model year of the Lotus Esprit stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Lotus Esprit years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Lotus Esprit complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Lotus Esprit problems
All model years combined.
- Fuel system1
- Electrical1
Lotus Esprit problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | - | 1 | Electrical | 2 | 0 | ||
| 1995 | - | 1 | Fuel system | 1 | 0 |
Recalls 4
Questions about the Lotus Esprit
What years of the Lotus Esprit should you avoid?
No single model year of the Lotus Esprit has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Lotus Esprit?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Lotus Esprit?
Fuel system, with 1 complaints.
How many recalls does the Lotus Esprit have?
4 recalls between 1995 and 1998. The 1997 model year has the most, with 4.
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