Especificaciones y análisis del Caterham 7
Power
175HP
Torque
182Nm
Consumption
7.7l/100
Emissions
182g/km
0-100 km/h
4.5s
Top Speed
225km/h
Weight
590kg
Price
46,253€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
RWD
2 / 2 doors
120 L
36 L
129 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Caterham 7 Superlight R300 · 175 CV (2011-2012)
General description
The Caterham 7 Superlight R300 is not just a car; it is the purest distillation of driving. Born from Colin Chapman's legendary philosophy, 'simplify, then add lightness,' this vehicle forgoes everything superfluous to offer a visceral connection between the driver, the machine, and the asphalt. It is a timeless icon that transports you to the very essence of motorsport.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is a sensory explosion. You feel every imperfection of the road through the unassisted steering wheel, the wind roars around you, and the 2.0-liter engine screams right in front of you. Weighing only 590 kg with 175 hp, the 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 4.5 seconds is brutal, a kick in the back that pins you to the seat. There are no filters, no aids; just you and a machine designed to make you feel alive in every corner.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a statement of intent. The minimalist bodywork, exposed wheels, long bonnet, and a spartan cockpit where every element has a function. There is not a single gram of fat, not a single line that doesn't serve a purpose. It is the beauty of naked engineering, a form that follows function so radically that it becomes a timeless and aggressive work of art.
Technology and features
Technology here is not measured in touch screens, but in mechanical purity. Its heart is a 175 hp naturally aspirated engine coupled to a six-speed manual gearbox that sends power to the rear axle. The tubular chassis, double-wishbone suspension, and a De Dion rear axle are the basis of its legendary agility. The true technological feat is its incredible power-to-weight ratio, the secret to its extraordinary performance.
Competition
Finding a direct rival is almost impossible because the Caterham 7 plays in its own league. Its competition is not conventional sports cars, but other machines of pure sensation like the Lotus Elise, the Ariel Atom, or the KTM X-Bow. These are vehicles that share its philosophy of extreme lightness and total connection with driving, sacrificing comfort for an unforgettable experience on the track or a mountain road.
Conclusion
The Superlight R300 is a purely emotional purchase, an antidote to modern, digital, and filtered motorsport. It is not a car for daily use; it is a precision tool to enjoy, to feel, and to remember why we love to drive. It is an investment in adrenaline, smiles, and one of the most authentic driving experiences money can buy.