Lotus Elise S (2015) price & specs
Overview
The 2015 Lotus Elise S is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Roadster that was released to the Australian market on 3rd July 2010. 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 162 kW of power (at 6800 rpm) and 250 Nm of torque (at 4600 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Lotus claims the Elise S uses 7.5L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 175g of CO2. It has a 40L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 533km per full tank
The Lotus Elise measures 1117mm (44.0 inches) in height, 3824mm (150.6 inches) in length, 1719mm (67.7 inches) in width with a 2300mm (90.6 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 924kg (2037.1 lbs) of unladen weight. The Elise S comes standard with 175/45 R16 front tyres and 225/45 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,824 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,719 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,117 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,300 mm |
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Compressor
Compressor: Supercharger
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 7.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 8.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 175
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.0
Engine (cc): 1797
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 2zr-Fe
Engine (L): 1.8
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 88.3
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 10.6
Main Capacity (L): 40
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 8.8
Main Type: Total
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 533
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 331
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 38
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 48
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 40
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 10.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 27
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 23
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.5
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.6
Maximum Speed (km/h): 234
Maximum Speed (mph): 145
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 220
Maximum Power (kW): 162
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4600
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Code: Ec60
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
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 Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 80
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 90
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Roadster
Platform Code: Lotus
Wheelbase Type: Short
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 4.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 112
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 57.4
Front Track (mm): 1457
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 130
Overall Height (in): 44.0
Overall Height (mm): 1117
Overall Length (in): 150.6
Overall Length (mm): 3824
Overall Width (in): 67.7
Overall Width (mm): 1719
Rear Track (in): 59.3
Rear Track (mm): 1507
Wheelbase (in): 90.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2300
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Gloss
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Fixed Hoop
Convertible Roof
Hard Colour: Black
Hard Glass Rear Window: yes
Hard Operation: Removable
Roof Hard Type: Hard
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
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
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): 924
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2037
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Type: Manual
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Leather
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Suede
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 2
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Racing
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Racing
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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