Elfin “Type 5″ sneak preview

18 Jul, 2008 7 Comments

Australia’s own Elfin Motors has released a sneak peek of its new lightweight performance car – the Elfin “Type 5″.

Designed to compete with the likes of Lotus, Ariel and Caterham, the new model codenamed “Type 5″ is a completely new car from the ground up.

Unlike the LS1 V8-powered MS8 derivatives, the all-new Type 5 will boast a turbocharged four-cylinder engine with an expected power output of around 200kW and 350Nm.

This is comparable to just 163kW for the Lotus Elise Supercharged and 147kW for the Caterham SVR 200.

Common sense suggests the motor will be a GM-sourced unit, likely the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine from the HSV VXR considering Elfin’s roots in HSV with Tom Walkinshaw owning the bespoke manufacturer.

Not only does Elfin plan to keep weight down – with a target of just 750kg – but the price as well.

The Elfin Type 5 aims to be the first genuinely affordable lightweight road-going track car in Australia with an anticipated price tag around $65,000.

Source: PressPortal

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7 Responses to “Elfin “Type 5″ sneak preview”

Reckless1 Says:
July 18th, 2008 at 6:30 pm
Now that’s not something you see every day :)

This will be much nicer than a V8 version, due to the much lighter weight up front.

A 2.0 turbo suitably tuned can easily give 300kw and 450nm, so there is potential for increased performance here.
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sillbeer Says:
July 18th, 2008 at 6:31 pm
Yep I like it. And the price is good too. Now make it already.
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Chris_78 Says:
July 18th, 2008 at 7:56 pm
That thing is awesome and will win fans for sure, especially at that price, any more info in it guys?
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Frugal One Says:
July 18th, 2008 at 8:02 pm
“Australia’s Own”? LOL

Not sure UncleTom wold like that.

Great car all the same, CAN IT BE USED EVERYDAY like a 911?

Cheers

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Wheelnut Says:
July 18th, 2008 at 9:03 pm
What MX-5??????
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o Says:
July 18th, 2008 at 9:11 pm
wowo that looks hot much better than those other elfin things
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Dave Says:
July 19th, 2008 at 12:47 am
I love this car! and how can you even snap at that price tag!

Check out the source at http://www.pressportal.com.au, they have a lot more detail and info on it.

Supposedly this car is going to be released in the coming months!
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