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Free Lotus Excel VIN Decoder

Decode your Lotus Excel VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 2 variants (1982–1992). No registration.

1982–1992 2 variants Petrol
Lotus Excel
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Lotus Excel specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Excel variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.2L 4AT RWD (183 HP) 1982–1992 Petrol 2.2 L 180 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp RWD —
2.2L 5MT RWD (162 HP) 1982–1992 Petrol 2.2 L 160 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

Why decode a Lotus Excel VIN?

The VIN confirms the exact engine, gearbox and trim, exposes outstanding recalls, and verifies the car matches its paperwork, so you can be sure a used Excel is what the advert claims before you buy.

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Lotus Excel VIN FAQ

What does a Lotus Excel VIN tell you?+
A Lotus Excel VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Lotus Excel?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Lotus Excel made?+
Our database covers the Lotus Excel for model years 1982–1992, across 2 variants.
Is the Lotus Excel VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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