2011-2021 Elise OverviewLotus Elise Overview (2011 - 2021)
S3
Tech Specs Summary
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- 127 - 154 mph
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- 4.3 - 6.5 seconds
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- 134 - 245 BHP
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- 36.2 - 44.8 mpg
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- 922 - 951 kg
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- 112 L
This generation of the Lotus Elise (S3) was produced by the British manufacturer Lotus between 2011 - 2021. It's a rear mid engined rear-wheel drive Roadster. There are four power levels available from either a 1.6 L Inline 4 petrol engine or 1.8 L Inline 4 Supercharged petrol engine. It has double wishbone suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Elise is the Lotus Elise Cup 250 which scores 4.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 245 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 263 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 154 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Lotus Elise is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 394 miles and can store 112 litres of cargo.