Lotus 2-Eleven GT4 (GT4)
The Lotus 2-Eleven GT4 is a featherweight British track weapon built from Lotus' minimalist, no-nonsense engineering philosophy and adapted for GT4-style racing. Based on the road-going 2-Eleven, it trades comfort for speed, using an ultra-light chassis, aggressive aero, and a punchy supercharged Toyota-sourced four-cylinder to deliver a brutally direct driving experience.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 1.8L Toyota 2ZZ-GE inline-4 with Eaton supercharger (mid-mounted, transverse)
Total Output: ~252 hp (188 kW)
Redline: ~8,000–8,500 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed manual or sequential-style racing gearbox, depending on setup
Weight: ~670 kg
Dimensions: ~3,800 mm long × 1,720 mm wide × 1,160 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,300 mm
Tires: Slick or semi-slick GT4 racing tires on lightweight alloy wheels
Brakes: Ventilated discs with racing calipers
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The 2-Eleven GT4 is a razor-sharp, low-inertia lightweight that feels more like a giant kart than a traditional sports car. With so little mass to manage, it changes direction instantly and rewards committed inputs, but it also punishes impatience. The chassis communicates everything through the wheel, making it one of those cars that feels alive at every phase of the corner.
Engine & Sound: The supercharged inline-four has a hard-edged, mechanical note with a distinctive whine from the blower under acceleration. It isn't the most dramatic engine on paper, but in the sim it delivers immediate throttle response and a lively midrange punch that suits short bursts of acceleration and quick corner-exit sprints.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Extremely agile with immediate turn-in and excellent rotation. Best driven with commitment and precise placement.
Traction: Limited by the car's tiny footprint and light rear end; wheelspin is easy to provoke if you get greedy on exit.
Braking: Very short stopping distances thanks to the low weight, but the car remains sensitive to overbraking and rear instability.
Top Speed: Not a straight-line monster, but it carries speed well and can surprise more powerful cars on technical circuits.
Driving Style Tip: Carry momentum and stay smooth. The Lotus rewards tidy, flowing driving and early commitment, especially on twisty tracks where its lightness becomes a huge advantage. If you try to hustle it with abrupt inputs, it will remind you who's boss.
Livery & Aesthetics: The 2-Eleven GT4 looks every bit the purpose-built race car — open, spartan, and aggressive, with exposed bodywork, a huge rear wing, and classic Lotus motorsport proportions. It may be small, but it has a huge visual presence on track.
For drivers who love precision, feedback, and momentum racing, the Lotus 2-Eleven GT4 is one of the purest and most rewarding lightweight machines in sim racing.