Faster Seven Supersport gets 2.0-litre Duratec engine
This is the Caterham Seven Supersport R, the latest addition to the company’s range of Seven sports cars.
The mid-range model sits directly above the Supersport, and features a 2.0-litre Ford Duratec engine in place of the regular 1.6-litre Sigma motor. It’s mated to a five-speed gearbox and standard fit limited-slip differential.
Power is up 25 per cent over the standard Supersport, now at 180bhp. With a kerb weight of just 535kg, the Supersport R will cover the 0-62mph dash in 4.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 130mph.
The R retains the adjustable double wishbone front and De-Dion rear suspension, with Supersport dampers, of the standard car.
Inside, the Supersport R is specified with a bespoke steering wheel, integrated change-up light, composite race seats with four-point harnesses and an aero screen.
Optional equipment includes ventilated brake discs, trackday silencer and rollbar, carbon dashboard and a high performance Avon ZZR wheel and tyre package. Customers will also be able to specify a wide body (SV) chassis.
The Supersport R costs £24,995 in kit form and £27,995 for a factory-built car.
Daljinder Nagra