1995-2001 Elise OverviewLotus Elise Overview (1995 - 2001)
S1
Tech Specs Summary
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- 126 - 141 mph
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- 4.4 - 5.9 seconds
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- 118 - 190 hp
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- 25.6 - 33.1 mpg
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- 1,477 - 1,698 lbs
This generation of the Lotus Elise (S1) was produced by the British manufacturer Lotus between 1995 - 2001. It's a rear mid engined rear-wheel drive Roadster. There are five power levels available from a 1.8 L Inline 4 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 Sport 190 which scores 4.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 190 hp and a power/weight ratio of 7.78 lb/hp it has a top speed of 141 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.4 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Lotus Elise is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 315 miles.