Lotus Elise vs Caterham Seven
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2021 Lotus Elise - Sport 240 Final Edition
1.8L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD
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2020 Caterham Seven - Base
1.6L, 5-speed manual, 0-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD
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Overview
Variant
Sport 240 Final Edition
Variant
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Body type
Convertible
Body type
Convertible
Engine size
1.8 L
Engine size
1.6 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.8 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.4 / 100 km
Power and torque
179kW / 244Nm
Power and torque
100kW / 160Nm
513km
656km
Warranty
3 years
Warranty
1 year
Doors
2
Doors
0
Seats
2
Seats
2
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
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Safety rating
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Specifications
Compressor
Compressor: Supercharger
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 177
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 144
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 80.5
Engine (cc): 1798
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 2ZR
Engine (L): 1.8
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 88.3
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 79.0
Engine (cc): 1595
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Sigma
Engine (L): 1.6
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 81.4
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
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 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 Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.1
Main Capacity (L): 42
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.2
Main Type: Total
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 513
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 319
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 656
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 408
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 37
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 18.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 52
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 35
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 29
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 237
Maximum Speed (mph): 147
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 190
Maximum Speed (mph): 118
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 243
Maximum Power (kW): 179
Maximum Torque (Nm): 244
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 136
Maximum Power (kW): 100
Maximum Torque (Nm): 160
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4100
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.8
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.4
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Code: Ec60
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
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
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 Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Other
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
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Other
Front Wheels Tire Width: 185
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Other
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 185
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 14
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 14
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Roadster
Platform Code: Lotus
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Convertible
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Black Trim
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Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Spoiler
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Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: SAE
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 4.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 112
Cargo Capacity
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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
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Front Track (in): 56.5
Front Track (mm): 1436
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Overall Height (in): 44.1
Overall Height (mm): 1120
Overall Length (in): 139.0
Overall Length (mm): 3530
Overall Width (in): 62.0
Overall Width (mm): 1575
Rear Track (in): 56.5
Rear Track (mm): 1436
Wheelbase (in): 90.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2305
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Conventional
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
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Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Gloss
Paint
Type: Gloss
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Fixed Hoop
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
Convertible Roof
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
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
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Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Windshield Wipers
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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
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1174
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 2588
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 922
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2033
Tare Weight (kg): 900
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): 684
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 1508
Tare Weight (kg): 645
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Audio
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Convenience
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Floor Covering
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Floor Covering
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Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Floor Mats
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy
Handbrake Grip: Leather
Instrument Panel: Suede
Shift Lever Skirt: Other
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Alloy
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 2
Airbags
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Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
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Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Racing
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Racing
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Racing
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Racing
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Storage
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Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
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Ventilation System
Heater Type: Combustion
Ventilation System
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Locks
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Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Service
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