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Lotus Elise 1.8

General information

ModelLotus Elise 1.8
Year1998
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power190.00 PS (140 kW or 187 HP) at 7000 Rev. per min.
Max torque193.00 Nm (19.7 kgf-m or 142.4 ft.lbs) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2676 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3910 litres (1,033 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks

Dimensions and weight

Weight714 kg (1,574.1 pounds)
Overall length3740 mm (147.2 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1210 mm (47.6 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2310 mm (90.9 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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