Lotus Elise
For those who enjoy a sporty driving experience while maintaining a good sense of control, the Lotus Elise remains a sensible choice. The absence of electronic assistance means this is an automobile that handles like a race car model. Certainly less interesting for daily use, the Elise is powered by a 190 horsepower 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine. It is its weight/power ratio that makes it an exciting car to drive.
Lotus Elise
Pricing | |
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MSRP | CA$54,985 |
Fees | N/A |
Gas guzzler tax | CA$0 |
Monthly payments | CA$1,035/month |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 1,8 l I-4 |
Power | 189 hp @ 7,800 rpm (141 kW) |
Torque | 133 lb·ft @ 6,800 rpm (180 N·m) |
Induction | Atmospheric |
Fuel type | Premium |
Transmission | 6-speed manual |
Drivetrain | RWD |
Vehicle type / Category | |
Vehicle type | Roadster |
Category | Sports Car $50,000 - $100,000 |
Assembly | Hethel, GB |
Generation | 1 |
Fuel efficiency / Autonomy | |
City | 11.2 L/100km |
Highway | 8.7 L/100km |
Combined | 10.1 L/100km |
Autonomy | 396 km |
CO₂ emissions | N/A |
Equipment | |
Infotainment | |
Apple CarPlay compatible | not available |
Android Auto compatible | not available |
Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires | |
Steering | rack and pinion, variable assist |
Turning diameter | 10 m (33′) |
Front suspension | independent, short/long arm |
Rear suspension | independent, short/long arm |
Front brakes | Disc |
Rear brakes | Disc |
Front tires | P175/55R16 |
Rear tires | P225/45R17 |
Safety | |
Seat belts | N/A |
Dimensions / Weight | |
Length | 3,785 mm (149″) |
Width | 1,720 mm (68″) |
Height | 1,143 mm (45″) |
Wheelbase | 2,301 mm (91″) |
Weight | 900 kg (1,984 lb) |
Capacities | |
Passengers | N/A |
Trunk | 112 l |
Fuel tank | 40 l (9 gal) |
Towing capacity | not recommended |
Performance | |
0-100 km/h | 4.9 s |
80-120 km/h | N/A |
Top speed | 241 km/h (150 mph) |
Braking distance | 34 m |
Warranty | |
Base warranty | 3 years/60,000 km |
Powertrain warranty | 3 years/60,000 km |
The Car Guide rating | |
Driving | 10/10 |
Safety | 4/10 |
Interior | 3/10 |
Reliability | 6/10 |
Winter driving | N/A |
Comfort | 3/10 |
Average | 52%(view ratings) |