Lotus Elise S (2004) price & specs
Overview
The 2004 Lotus Elise S is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Roadster that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Lotus Elise is regarded as a sports car built in Great Britain with prices starting at $84,990 before on-road costs.
This Lotus Elise is powered by a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine that has 89 kW of power (at 5500 rpm) and 168 Nm of torque (at 3500 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. It has a 36L fuel tank
The Lotus Elise measures 1143mm (45.0 inches) in height, 3785mm (149.0 inches) in length, 1719mm (67.7 inches) in width with a 2300mm (90.6 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 756kg (1666.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The Elise S comes standard with 175/45 R16 front tyres and 225/45 R16 rear tyres. It has a 24 month, 32,000 km warranty.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,785 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,719 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,143 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,300 mm |
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Engine
Bore Engine: 80
Engine (cc): 1796
Compression Ratio: 10.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.8
Engine Location: mid
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 89.3
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 9.5
Main Capacity (L): 36
Main Fuel Type: Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.1
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 39
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 6.1
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 198
Maximum Speed (mph): 123
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 120
Maximum Power (kW): 89
Maximum Torque (Nm): 168
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy Chrome
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy Chrome
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Roadster
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Plastic
Spoiler
Location: Front
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 4.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 115
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 57.4
Front Track (mm): 1457
Overall Height (in): 45
Overall Height (mm): 1143
Overall Length (in): 149
Overall Length (mm): 3785
Overall Width (in): 67.7
Overall Width (mm): 1719
Rear Track (in): 59.2
Rear Track (mm): 1503
Wheelbase (in): 90.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2300
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
Type: Gloss
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Fixed Hoop
Convertible Roof
Soft Top Rear Glass Window: yes
Roof Soft Operation: Manual
Roof Soft Type: Soft
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 756
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 1667
Antenna
Type: Fixed Mast
Audio System
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Floor Covering
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Alloy
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Shift Lever Skirt: Leather
Front Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Suede
Seating
Capacity: 2
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Mechanical
Anti-Theft Protection
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
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