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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 Winter tyres are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (rated 9.0/10) and Continental WinterContact TS 860 (rated 9.0/10). 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.

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

Best Winter tyres for Lotus Esprit

Best tyres for Lotus Esprit by category

Best for dry
Nokian WR Snowproof P
9.2/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Nokian WR Snowproof P
9.2/10
Best for noise
Nokian WR Snowproof P
9.2/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best budget
Semperit Speed-Grip 3
8.1/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
9.0/10

Tyre comparison for Lotus Esprit

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium100%
2Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium50%
3GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium50%
4Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Gen-18.98.38.37.57.5Premium50%
5Michelin ALPIN 58.98.18.66.76.7Premium50%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Lotus Esprit?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Lotus Esprit are: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10), Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10), GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ (9.0/10). 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 budget tyre for Lotus Esprit?
The highest-rated budget option for Lotus Esprit is the Semperit Speed-Grip 3 with a rating of 8.1/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Lotus Esprit?
For wet road performance on Lotus Esprit, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 good for Lotus Esprit?
Yes, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 is the top-rated tyre for Lotus Esprit with a rating of 9.0/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 100% 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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