2001-2011 Elise OverviewLotus Elise Overview (2001 - 2011)
S2
Tech Specs Summary
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- 124 - 150 mph
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- 4.0 - 6.1 seconds
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- 120 - 217 hp
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- 26.7 - 34.1 mpg
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- 1,565 - 2,116 lbs
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- 4 - 4.1 ft3
This generation of the Lotus Elise (S2) was produced by the British manufacturer Lotus between 2001 - 2011. It's a rear mid engined rear-wheel drive Roadster. There are many power levels available from either a 1.8 L Inline 4 gasoline engine or 1.8 L Inline 4 Supercharged gasoline 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 Sport Elise 190 which scores 4.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 190 hp and a power/weight ratio of 8.25 lb/hp it has a top speed of 135 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Lotus Elise is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 323 miles and can store 4.1 cubic feet of cargo.