The Elise boasts impressive performance, achieving a 0-100 km/h acceleration in 5.7 seconds and a top speed of 200 km/h. Its agility and handling capabilities make it a thrilling drive.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
5.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
5.7 sec
Max Speed
200 km/h 124.27 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Lotus Elise is a compact and low-slung roadster with a 2-seat, 2-door configuration. It has a length of 3785 mm (149.02 in), width of 1719 mm (67.68 in), and height of 1143 mm (45 in). The wheelbase is 2300 mm (90.55 in), with a front track of 1457 mm (57.36 in) and rear track of 1503 mm (59.17 in), indicating a well-balanced and agile platform for driving enjoyment.
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Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Doors
2
Length
3785 mm 149.02 in.
Width
1719 mm 67.68 in.
Height
1143 mm 45 in.
Wheelbase
2300 mm 90.55 in.
Front Track
1457 mm 57.36 in.
Rear Track
1503 mm 59.17 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Lotus Elise is a lightweight, high-performance sports car that achieves impressive fuel efficiency. With a combined fuel consumption of 7.4 liters per 100 kilometers, it's an excellent choice for drivers who want to balance performance and fuel economy.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
9.4 l/100 km 25.02 US mpg 30.05 UK mpg 10.64 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
6.15 l/100 km 38.25 US mpg 45.93 UK mpg 16.26 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.4 l/100 km 31.79 US mpg 38.17 UK mpg 13.51 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Lotus Elise is a lightweight, rear-wheel drive sports car with a 1.8L inline-4 engine producing 122 horsepower and 168 Nm of torque. It features a manual transmission and a coil spring suspension system.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
122 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power Per Litre
68 Hp/l
Torque
168 Nm @ 3500 rpm. 123.91 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Middle, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
K16 (18K4FL70)
Engine Displacement
1795 cm3 109.54 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
80 mm 3.15 in.
Piston Stroke
89.3 mm 3.52 in.
Compression Ratio
10.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 l 4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-50
Coolant
8 l 8.45 US qt | 7.04 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Coil spring
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The car specs indicate a well-equipped and capable vehicle. The car features ventilated disc brakes on both front and rear axles for effective stopping power, assisted by ABS (Anti-lock braking system) for enhanced control. The steering system is a rack and pinion setup for precise handling. The tire sizes suggest a balance between handling and comfort.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Ventilated discs
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
175/55 R16; 225/45 R17
Wheel Rims Size
16; 17
Weight & Capacity
The Lotus Elise is a lightweight and powerful sports car with a kerb weight of 756 kg and a maximum weight of 940 kg. It has a fuel tank capacity of 38 liters and a minimum trunk boot space of 115 liters.
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Weight To Power Ratio
6.2 kg/Hp, 161.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.5 kg/Nm, 222.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
756 kg 1666.69 lbs.
Max Weight
940 kg 2072.35 lbs.
Max Load
184 kg 405.65 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
115 l 4.06 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
38 l 10.04 US gal | 8.36 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Lotus - Elise (Series 2)
The Lotus Elise has 2 seats.
The Lotus Elise is a roadster.
The Lotus Elise has a length of 3785 mm (149.02 in), width of 1719 mm (67.68 in), and height of 1143 mm (45 in). The wheelbase is 2300 mm (90.55 in), with a front track of 1457 mm (57.36 in) and rear track of 1503 mm (59.17 in).
The Elise accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds.
The Elise has a top speed of 200 km/h.
The Elise features advanced suspension and lightweight construction, resulting in exceptional handling and agility.
The Lotus Elise runs on Petrol (Gasoline)
The Lotus Elise has a fuel consumption of 9.4 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas
The Lotus Elise has a fuel consumption of 6.15 liters per 100 kilometers on the highway
The engine displacement is 1.8L (1795 cm3) with a compression ratio of 10.5:1.
The Lotus Elise has a 5-speed manual transmission.
The Lotus Elise has a multi-port manifold injection fuel injection system.
The car has ventilated disc brakes on both front and rear axles.
The specs do not include information regarding advanced safety features such as lane departure warning or adaptive cruise control.
The car has 175/55 R16 tires on the front and 225/45 R17 tires on the rear.
The Lotus Elise is a two-seater car.
The Lotus Elise is powered by a mid-mounted, inline 4-cylinder engine.
The Lotus Elise is a roadster with a removable soft top.
The weight-to-power ratio is 6.2 kg/Hp, 161.4 Hp/tonne.
The maximum load capacity is 184 kg or 405.65 lbs.
The fuel tank capacity is 38 liters or 10.04 US gal / 8.36 UK gal.
