MG EX 257 LeMans car
on track - May 6, 2001



MG Lola EX257 Sports Car - Technical Specifications

Engine 	        MG XP-20, in-line 4-cylinder turbocharged
                    and intercooled
  Capacity      2.0-litre
  Power         c450Ps, with top speed potential of c215mph
Transmission    6-speed sequential gearbox
  Material      Lightweight magnesium main case
Clutch          Carbon pull-type
Cooling system  Aluminium water and oil radiators & intercooler
Chassis         One-piece carbon fibre composite monocoque
  Suspension    Fabricated steel double-wishbones front & rear
                Front suspension pivoting on flexures
Brakes 	        355mm dia x 35mm, carbon fibre discs
  Brake pads    152mm x 53mm x 25mm carbon
Wheels          Forged magnesium
  Front         18" diameter on 11J rims
  Rear          18" diameter on 13J rims
Tyres           Front (cm/ratio)  27/65 x 18"
                Rear (cm/ratio)  31/71 x 18"
Steering        Rack & pinion
Dimensions      Length   4500mm     Width   2000mm
  Wheelbase     2750mm
  Track         Front  1750mm    Rear  1600mm
Weight          675 kg
Fuel tank       90 litres capacity