Lotus Esprit Spare Tires
The Lotus Esprit used 5x108 mm and 5x120 mm bolt pattern variations from 1982 to 2004 along with tire diameters ranging from 23.8" to 26.1" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicles with larger brake calipers and anti-lock brakes or traction control systems.
The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Lotus Esprit years and options. In this case, 125/80R17 and 145/70R17 spare tire sizes are used to avoid vehicle components while closely matching the original tire size diameters. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct Lotus Esprit spare tire.
1994-2004 Lotus Esprit Spare Tires
This generation of the Lotus Esprit began in 1994 and was available through 2004. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Lotus | Esprit S4 | 5x108 mm | 24.4-25.9" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2003 | Lotus | Esprit S4 | 5x108 mm | 24.4-25.9" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2002 | Lotus | Esprit S4 | 5x108 mm | 24.4-25.9" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2001 | Lotus | Esprit S4 | 5x108 mm | 24.4-25.9" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 2000 | Lotus | Esprit S4 | 5x108 mm | 24.4-25.9" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1999 | Lotus | Esprit S4 | 5x108 mm | 24.4-25.9" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1998 | Lotus | Esprit S4 | 5x108 mm | 24.4-25.9" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1997 | Lotus | Esprit S4 | 5x108 mm | 24.4-25.9" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1996 | Lotus | Esprit S4 | 5x108 mm | 23.8-25.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1995 | Lotus | Esprit S4 | 5x108 mm | 23.8-25.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1994 | Lotus | Esprit S4 | 5x108 mm | 23.8-25.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
1989-1994 Lotus Esprit Spare Tires
This generation of the Lotus Esprit began in 1989 and was available through 1994. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Lotus | Esprit X180 | 5x120 mm | 23.9-25.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1992 | Lotus | Esprit X180 | 5x120 mm | 23.9-25.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1991 | Lotus | Esprit X180 | 5x120 mm | 23.9-25.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1990 | Lotus | Esprit X180 | 5x120 mm | 23.9-25.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1989 | Lotus | Esprit X180 | 5x120 mm | 23.9-25.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
1982-1989 Lotus Esprit Spare Tires
This generation of the Lotus Esprit began in 1982 and was available through 1989. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Lotus | Esprit S3 | 5x120 mm | 24.2-26.1" | 145/70R17 | 25.0" |
| 1988 | Lotus | Esprit S3 | 5x120 mm | 24.2-26.1" | 145/70R17 | 25.0" |
| 1987 | Lotus | Esprit S3 | 5x120 mm | 24.2-26.1" | 145/70R17 | 25.0" |
| 1986 | Lotus | Esprit S3 | 5x120 mm | 24.2-26.1" | 145/70R17 | 25.0" |
| 1985 | Lotus | Esprit S3 | 5x120 mm | 24.2-26.1" | 145/70R17 | 25.0" |
| 1984 | Lotus | Esprit S3 | 5x120 mm | 24.2-26.1" | 145/70R17 | 25.0" |
| 1983 | Lotus | Esprit S3 | 5x120 mm | 24.2-26.1" | 145/70R17 | 25.0" |