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Car Specifications1997 Lotus Elise
The 1997 Lotus Elise is a sport. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $79,995.
There is 1 variant of the Elise available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-1997.
The 1997 Elise was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
The Lotus Elise is only available with a petrol engine that produces 88kW and 165Nm of torque. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $79,995†
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Convertible
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $79,995†
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Convertible
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Lotus Elise
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Available Variants
The Lotus Elise comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,726 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,701 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,202 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,300 mm |
| Load Capacity | 252 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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1997 Lotus Elise
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Lotus Elise is the base variant that starts from $79,995.
See all Lotus Elise PricingThe most expensive Lotus Elise is the base variant that starts from $79,995.
See all Lotus Elise PricingThe largest Lotus Elise is the base variant which measures 1701mm wide, 3726mm in length and sits 1202mm tall.
The most powerful Lotus Elise is the base variant which has 88kW of power and 165nm of torque.
The Lotus Elise is built in Great Britain and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Lotus Elise is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 942 kg.
The Lotus Elise uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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