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    Lotus Elise

    Features & Specs

    Explore the features & specs of Lotus Elise

    Powertrain & Performance

    Engine specs, power, and efficiency

    Handling & Mechanics

    Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality

    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

    Showing 3 Configurations

    S

    1.8L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD

    $83,000†
    Price & specs

    S

    1.8L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD

    $85,000†
    Price & specs

    R

    1.8L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD

    $111,000†
    Price & specs
    Emission Control Level
    CO2 Level (Combined): 196
    Standard Met: EU4
    Emission Control Level
    CO2 Level (Combined): 196
    Standard Met: EU4
    Emission Control Level
    CO2 Level (Combined): 208
    Standard Met: EU4
    Engine
    Bore Engine: 79
    Engine (cc): 1794
    Compression Ratio: 11.5
    Engine Configuration: In-Line
    Engine Code: 1zz-Fe
    Engine (L): 1.8
    Engine Location: mid
    Number of Cylinders: 4
    Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
    Stroke Engine: 91.5
    Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
    Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
    Engine
    Bore Engine: 79.0
    Engine (cc): 1794
    Compression Ratio: 11.5
    Engine Configuration: In-Line
    Engine Code: 1zz-Fe
    Engine (L): 1.8
    Engine Location: mid
    Number of Cylinders: 4
    Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
    Stroke Engine: 91.5
    Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
    Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
    Engine
    Bore Engine: 82
    Engine (cc): 1796
    Compression Ratio: 11.5
    Engine Configuration: In-Line
    Engine Code: 2zz-Ge
    Engine (L): 1.8
    Engine Location: mid
    Number of Cylinders: 4
    Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
    Stroke Engine: 85
    Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
    Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
    Fuel
    Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
    Fuel Type: Unleaded
    Octane Number: 95
    Fuel
    Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
    Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
    Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
    Fuel Type: Unleaded
    Octane Number: 95
    Fuel
    Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
    Fuel Type: Unleaded
    Octane Number: 95
    Fuel System
    Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
    Fuel System
    Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
    Fuel System
    Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
    Fuel Tanks
    Main Capacity Gal: 11.6
    Main Capacity (L): 44
    Main Fuel Type: Unleaded
    Main Type: Main
    Fuel Tanks
    Main Capacity Gal: 11.6
    Main Capacity (L): 44
    Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.7
    Main Fuel Type: Unleaded
    Main Type: Main
    Fuel Tanks
    Main Capacity Gal: 8.5
    Main Capacity (L): 32
    Main Fuel Type: Unleaded
    Main Type: Main
    Fuel Consumption
    ECE 99/100 Combined (L/100km): 8.3
    ECE 99/100 Combined (mpg): 28
    ECE 99/100 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.5
    ECE 99/100 Country Highway (mpg): 36
    ECE 99/100 Standard: Ece 99/100
    ECE 99/100 Urban (L/100km): 11.3
    ECE 99/100 Urban (mpg): 21
    Fuel Consumption
    ECE 99/100 Combined (L/100km): 8.3
    ECE 99/100 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 34
    ECE 99/100 Combined (mpg): 28
    ECE 99/100 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.5
    ECE 99/100 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 44
    ECE 99/100 Country Highway (mpg): 36
    ECE 99/100 Standard: Ece 99/100
    ECE 99/100 Urban (L/100km): 11.3
    ECE 99/100 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 25
    ECE 99/100 Urban (mpg): 21
    Fuel Consumption
    ECE 99/100 Combined (L/100km): 8.8
    ECE 99/100 Combined (mpg): 27
    ECE 99/100 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.8
    ECE 99/100 Country Highway (mpg): 35
    ECE 99/100 Standard: Ece 99/100
    ECE 99/100 Urban (L/100km): 12.1
    ECE 99/100 Urban (mpg): 19
    Performance
    Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.3
    Maximum Speed (km/h): 206
    Maximum Speed (mph): 128
    Performance
    Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.3
    Maximum Speed (km/h): 206
    Maximum Speed (mph): 128
    Performance
    Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.2
    Maximum Speed (km/h): 237
    Maximum Speed (mph): 147
    Power
    Maximum Power (hp/PS): 136
    Maximum Power (kW): 100
    Maximum Torque (Nm): 172
    Measurement Standard: EEC
    Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
    Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4200
    Power
    Maximum Power (hp/PS): 136
    Maximum Power (kW): 100
    Maximum Torque (Nm): 172
    Measurement Standard: EEC
    Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
    Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4200
    Power
    Maximum Power (hp/PS): 189
    Maximum Power (kW): 141
    Maximum Torque (Nm): 181
    Measurement Standard: EEC
    Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7800
    Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 6800
    Drive
    Driven Wheels: Rear
    Drive
    Driven Wheels: Rear
    Drive
    Driven Wheels: Rear
    Transmission
    Code: C56
    Description: Manual
    Number of Speeds: 5
    Shift Lever Location: Floor
    Type: Manual
    Transmission
    Code: C56
    Description: Manual
    Number of Speeds: 5
    Shift Lever Location: Floor
    Type: Manual
    Transmission
    Code: C64
    Description: Manual
    Number of Speeds: 6
    Shift Lever Location: Floor
    Type: Manual
    ABS
    Location: 4-Wheel
    ABS
    Not Available
    ABS
    Location: 4-Wheel
    Disc Brakes
    Number of Disc Brakes: 4
    Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
    Disc Brakes
    Number of Disc Brakes: 4
    Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
    Disc Brakes
    Number of Disc Brakes: 4
    Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
    Steering Wheel
    Type: Leather Covered
    Steering Wheel
    Type: Leather Covered
    Steering Wheel
    Type: Leather Covered
    Suspension
    Location: Front
    Front Spring Type: Coil
    Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
    Front Type: Wishbone
    Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
    Location: Rear
    Rear Spring Type: Coil
    Rear Type: Wishbone
    Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
    Suspension
    Location: Front
    Front Spring Type: Coil
    Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
    Front Type: Wishbone
    Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
    Location: Rear
    Rear Spring Type: Coil
    Rear Type: Wishbone
    Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
    Suspension
    Location: Front
    Front Spring Type: Coil
    Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
    Front Type: Wishbone
    Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
    Location: Rear
    Rear Spring Type: Coil
    Rear Type: Wishbone
    Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
    Tires
    Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
    Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
    Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
    Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
    Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
    Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
    Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
    Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
    Tires
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
    Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
    Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
    Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
    Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
    Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
    Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
    Tires
    Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
    Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
    Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
    Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
    Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
    Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
    Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
    Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
    Wheels
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
    Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
    Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
    Location: Rear
    Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
    Rear Rim Type: Alloy
    Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
    Wheels
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
    Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
    Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
    Location: Rear
    Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
    Rear Rim Type: Alloy
    Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
    Wheels
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
    Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
    Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
    Location: Rear
    Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
    Rear Rim Type: Alloy
    Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
    Body Style
    Body Type: Convertible
    Driver Location: RHD
    Local Body Type: Coupe
    Platform Code: Lotus
    Body Style
    Body Type: Convertible
    Driver Location: RHD
    Local Body Type: Roadster
    Platform Code: Lotus
    Body Style
    Body Type: Convertible
    Driver Location: RHD
    Local Body Type: Coupe
    Platform Code: Lotus
    Cargo Capacity
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 4
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 112
    Cargo Capacity
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 4.0
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 112
    Cargo Capacity
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 4.1
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 115
    External Dimensions
    Front Track (in): 57.4
    Front Track (mm): 1457
    Overall Height (in): 44
    Overall Height (mm): 1117
    Overall Length (in): 149
    Overall Length (mm): 3785
    Overall Width (in): 67.7
    Overall Width (mm): 1719
    Rear Track (in): 59.3
    Rear Track (mm): 1507
    Wheelbase (in): 90.6
    Wheelbase (mm): 2300
    External Dimensions
    Front Track (in): 57.4
    Front Track (mm): 1457
    Overall Height (in): 44.0
    Overall Height (mm): 1117
    Overall Length (in): 149.0
    Overall Length (mm): 3785
    Overall Width (in): 67.7
    Overall Width (mm): 1719
    Rear Track (in): 59.3
    Rear Track (mm): 1507
    Wheelbase (in): 90.6
    Wheelbase (mm): 2300
    External Dimensions
    Front Track (in): 57.4
    Front Track (mm): 1457
    Overall Height (in): 45
    Overall Height (mm): 1143
    Overall Length (in): 149
    Overall Length (mm): 3785
    Overall Width (in): 67.7
    Overall Width (mm): 1719
    Rear Track (in): 59.2
    Rear Track (mm): 1503
    Wheelbase (in): 90.6
    Wheelbase (mm): 2300
    Doors
    Location: Driver
    Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
    Doors
    Location: Driver
    Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
    Doors
    Location: Driver
    Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
    Headlights
    Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
    Lens Type: Projector Beam
    Headlights
    Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
    Headlights
    Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
    Lens Type: Projector Beam
    Paint
    Type: Gloss
    Paint
    Type: Gloss
    Paint
    Type: Gloss
    Convertible Rollover Protection
    Rollover Protection Type: Fixed Hoop
    Convertible Rollover Protection
    Rollover Protection Type: Fixed Hoop
    Convertible Rollover Protection
    Rollover Protection Type: Fixed Hoop
    Convertible Roof
    Roof Hard Type: Hard
    Soft Top Rear Glass Window: yes
    Roof Soft Operation: Manual
    Roof Soft Type: Soft
    Convertible Roof
    Roof Hard Type: Hard
    Soft Top Rear Glass Window: yes
    Roof Soft Operation: Manual
    Roof Soft Type: Soft
    Convertible Roof
    Roof Hard Type: Hard
    Soft Top Rear Glass Window: yes
    Roof Soft Operation: Manual
    Roof Soft Type: Soft
    Door Mirrors/Cameras
    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
    Door Mirrors/Cameras
    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
    Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
    Door Mirrors/Cameras
    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
    Power Windows
    Front Electric Windows: Front
    Power Windows
    Front Electric Windows: Front
    Power Windows
    Front Electric Windows: Front
    Windshield Wipers
    Not Available
    Windshield Wipers
    Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
    Windshield Wipers
    Not Available
    Weights
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
    Published Kerb Weight (kg): 860
    Published Kerb Weight (lb): 1896
    Weights
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
    Published Kerb Weight (kg): 860
    Published Kerb Weight (lb): 1896
    Weights
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
    Published Kerb Weight (kg): 806
    Published Kerb Weight (lb): 1777
    Antenna
    Type: Roof
    Antenna
    Not Available
    Antenna
    Type: Element
    Audio System
    CD Player Reads MP3: yes
    In-Dash CD: yes
    Radio Type: Am/Fm
    Audio System
    CD Player Reads MP3: yes
    In-Dash CD: yes
    Radio Type: Am/Fm
    Audio System
    CD Player Reads MP3: yes
    In-Dash CD: yes
    Radio Type: Am/Fm
    Speakers
    Number of Speakers: 4
    Speakers
    Number of Speakers: 4
    Speakers
    Number of Speakers: 4
    External Connections
    Not Available
    External Connections
    Not Available
    External Connections
    iPod Connection (Front): yes
    Power Outlet 12V
    Location (12V): Front
    Power Outlet 12V
    Location (12V): Front
    Power Outlet 12V
    Not Available
    Remote Trunk Hatch Release
    Operation: Mechanical
    Remote Trunk Hatch Release
    Not Available
    Remote Trunk Hatch Release
    Operation: Mechanical
    Smart Card/Smart Key
    Includes Keyless Entry: yes
    Type: Manual
    Smart Card/Smart Key
    Includes Keyless Entry: yes
    Type: Manual
    Smart Card/Smart Key
    Includes Keyless Entry: yes
    Type: Manual
    Luxury Trim
    Centre Floor Console: Alloy
    Doors: Leather
    Gear Selector: Alloy
    Instrument Panel: Suede
    Luxury Trim
    Centre Floor Console: Alloy
    Doors: Leather
    Gear Selector: Alloy
    Instrument Panel: Suede
    Luxury Trim
    Centre Floor Console: Alloy
    Doors: Alloy
    Gear Selector: Leather
    Instrument Panel: Suede
    Front Airbag
    Location: Driver
    Location: Passenger
    Front Airbag
    Location: Driver
    Location: Passenger
    Front Airbag
    Location: Driver
    Location: Passenger
    Front Seat Belts
    Driver Operation: Reel
    Driver Seat Position: Driver
    Driver Type: 3-Point
    Passenger Operation: Reel
    Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
    Passenger Type: 3-Point
    Front Seat Belts
    Driver Operation: Reel
    Driver Seat Position: Driver
    Driver Type: 3-Point
    Passenger Operation: Reel
    Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
    Passenger Type: 3-Point
    Front Seat Belts
    Driver Operation: Reel
    Driver Seat Position: Driver
    Driver Type: 3-Point
    Passenger Operation: Reel
    Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
    Passenger Type: 3-Point
    Head Restraints
    Front Seats Location: Front Seats
    Front Seats Number: 2
    Head Restraints
    Front Seats Location: Front Seats
    Head Restraints
    Front Seats Location: Front Seats
    Front Seats Number: 2
    Front Seat
    Location: Driver
    Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
    Driver Front Seat Type: Racing
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
    Passenger Front Seat Type: Racing
    Front Seat
    Location: Driver
    Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
    Driver Front Seat Type: Racing
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
    Passenger Front Seat Type: Racing
    Front Seat
    Location: Driver
    Driver Front Seat Type: Racing
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Front Seat Type: Racing
    Seat Upholstery
    Additional Seat Material: Cloth
    Main Seat Material: Cloth
    Seat Upholstery
    Additional Seat Material: Cloth
    Main Seat Material: Cloth
    Seat Upholstery
    Additional Seat Material: Cloth
    Main Seat Material: Cloth
    Seating
    Capacity: 2
    Seating
    Capacity: 2
    Seating
    Capacity: 2
    Anti-Theft Protection
    Interior Monitoring: yes
    Anti-Theft Protection
    Not Available
    Anti-Theft Protection
    Interior Monitoring: yes
    Power Locks
    Operation: Remote
    Power Locks
    Operation: Remote
    Power Locks
    Operation: Remote

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