The Esprit X180R was built by Lotus to commemorate the success of Lotus racing in the 1990 SCCA Escort World Challenge series. Only 20 were built, with the last one being sold in 1996 for $70,000. Special features included:
- Monaco White paint
- Front air dam
- Competition rear wing
- Lowered ride height
- Full roll cage
- Black exterior mirrors
- World Challenge Decals
- Black doeskin upholstery
- Competition bucket seats
- 225mph speedometer