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 hp
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- 30.1 - 37.3 mpg
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- 2,033 - 2,097 lbs
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- 4 ft3
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 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 Elise Cup 250 which scores 4.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 245 hp and a power/weight ratio of 8.38 lb/hp 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 4 cubic feet of cargo.