1957-1963 Elite OverviewLotus Elite Overview (1957 - 1963)
1957 - 1963
Tech Specs Summary
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- 112 - 128 mph
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- 8.5 - 11.4 seconds
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- 75 - 105 hp
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- 23.3 - 29.1 mpg
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- 1,411 - 1,455 lbs
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- 5.3 ft3
This generation of the Lotus Elite was produced by the British manufacturer Lotus between 1957 - 1963. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Coupé. There are five power levels available from a 1.2 L Inline 4 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and chapman struts rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Elite is the Lotus Elite Super 105 which scores 3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 105 hp and a power/weight ratio of 13.87 lb/hp it has a top speed of 128 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Lotus Elite SE is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 316 miles and can store 5.3 cubic feet of cargo.