Opel built this Speedster on the Lotus Elise's own production line at Hethel, sharing its 72 kg aluminium chassis.
Median 237 hp across 45 similar cars
Lead trim: 2.2 Ecotec Z22SE · up to 200 hp
Opel Speedster / Vauxhall VX2202000–2005
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FactOpel built this Speedster on the Lotus Elise's own production line at Hethel, sharing its 72 kg aluminium chassis.
A mid-engined, targa-topped, two-seat sports car built by Opel at the Lotus plant in Hethel from July 2000 to July 2005, sold by Vauxhall as the VX220. It shares its aluminium chassis with the Lotus Elise Series 2, and an aluminium frame weighing only 72 kg.
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Trims & Figures
2 published trims in the catalogue. A blank is a figure not recorded, not zero.
| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Turbo Z20LET | 2004–2005 | 2.0 L Inline-4 | 200 hp | 197 lb-ft | — | RWD | manual | — |
| 2.2 Ecotec Z22SE | 2000–2005 | 2.2 L Inline-4 | 145 hp | 150 lb-ft | — | RWD | manual | — |
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