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Lotus Elise 111

General information

ModelLotus Elise 111
Year2009
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating59.7 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, unleaded 95
Fuel city driving11.4 litres/100 km (20.72 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving9.0 litres/100 km (26.28 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving8.9 litres/100 km (26.55 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power189.00 PS (139 kW or 186 HP) at 7800 Rev. per min.
Max torque133.00 Nm (13.6 kgf-m or 98.1 ft.lbs) at 6800 Rev. per min.
Compression11.5:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 89.3 mm (3.1 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed241.0 km/h (149.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.7 seconds
0-60 miles4.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2408 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3950 litres (1,044 gallons)
Cargo space112 litres (30 gallons)
Optional cargo space112 litres (30 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted. Rack and pinion.
Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution Optional antilocking brake system (ABS).
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight785 kg (1,730.6 pounds)
Max weight with load1044 kg (2,301.6 pounds)
Overall length3800 mm (149.6 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1120 mm (44.1 inches)
Wheelbase2310 mm (90.9 inches)
Fuel capacity38.0 litres (10.04 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR33772
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