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Lotus Esprit generations and tyre sizes

Esprit

S3

1996 – 2003
Petrol179–260 kW (243–354 PS)Manual

For the Lotus Esprit in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10) and Dunlop Blue Response TG (rated 9.8/10). The Lotus Esprit uses 2 tyre sizes across 1 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Summer tyres for Lotus Esprit - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for Lotus Esprit

Best tyres for Lotus Esprit by category

Best for dry
Continental PremiumContact 6
9.2/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
9.1/10
Best for comfort
Michelin Primacy 4+
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook Ventus Evo
8.8/10
Best overall
Hankook Ventus Evo
9.9/10

Tyre comparison for Lotus Esprit

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Ventus Evo9.99.09.18.88.6Premium50%
2Dunlop Blue Response TG9.8----Premium50%
3Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 69.48.59.18.17.4Premium50%
4Michelin Pilot Sport 59.48.08.76.67.3Premium50%
5Bridgestone POTENZA SPORT EVO9.38.79.16.77.9Premium50%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Lotus Esprit?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Lotus Esprit are: Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Dunlop Blue Response TG (9.8/10), Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (9.4/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Lotus Esprit?
The Lotus Esprit uses the following tyre sizes: 215/40 R17, 235/40 R17.
How many generations does the Lotus Esprit have?
The Lotus Esprit has 1 generations, from 1996 to 1996.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Lotus Esprit?
For wet road performance on Lotus Esprit, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Potenza Sport (9.1/10) And Hankook Ventus Evo (9.0/10).
Are Hankook Ventus Evo good for Lotus Esprit?
Yes, the Hankook Ventus Evo is the top-rated tyre for Lotus Esprit with a rating of 9.9/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 50% of Lotus Esprit tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Lotus Esprit?
To choose the right tyres for Lotus Esprit: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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