1989-1995 Elan OverviewLotus Elan Overview (1989 - 1995)
1989 - 1995
Tech Specs Summary
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- 122 - 137 mph
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- 7.1 - 7.7 seconds
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- 130 - 165 BHP
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- 26.2 - 32.8 mpg
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- 997 - 1,020 kg
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- 185 L
This generation of the Lotus Elan was produced by the British manufacturer Lotus between 1989 - 1995. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Roadster. There are three power levels available from either a 1.6 L Inline 4 petrol engine or 1.6 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Elan is the Lotus Elan S2 which scores 3.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 156 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 153 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 137 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Lotus Elan S2 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 320 miles and can store 185 litres of cargo.