Lotus Esprit S2
Manual transmission fluid capacity & service interval
Lotus Esprit S2 manual transmission fluid capacity is 2,25 liters. The service interval is 16000 km. The data covers 2 configurations.
The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.
| Type | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Esprit S2.2 (1980-1981) |
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| Esprit S2 (1978-1980) |
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Additional Notes
- The Lotus Esprit S2 carries a manual transmission fluid capacity of 2.25 liters, a figure consistent with a service fill rather than a full overhaul drain, as overhaul procedures typically account for additional fluid retained in passages and components.
- The Esprit S2.2, covering model years 1980-1981, shares the same 2.25-liter transmission fluid capacity as the earlier Esprit S2 from 1978-1980, indicating no change in gearbox fluid volume between the two variants.
- Both the Esprit S2 and the Esprit S2.2 specify a change interval of 16,000 km under normal use conditions, placing routine transmission fluid maintenance on a relatively frequent cycle by general automotive standards.
- The normal use condition tied to the 16,000 km interval applies to both variants without a separate severe-use interval listed in the specifications, meaning the 16,000 km figure represents the sole defined service schedule across both configurations.