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Lotus Elise

General information

ModelLotus Elise
Year2001
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating57 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
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power122.00 PS (90 kW or 120 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque168.00 Nm (17.1 kgf-m or 123.9 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 89.3 mm (3.1 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed199.0 km/h (123.7 mph)
0-60 miles5.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1627 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3950 litres (1,044 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight750 kg (1,653.5 pounds)
Overall length3790 mm (149.2 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1150 mm (45.3 inches)
Wheelbase2310 mm (90.9 inches)
Fuel capacity31.0 litres (8.19 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new USD33710
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