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Lotus Elise 1.8 Sport Final Edition 240 2dr Review

Category: Sports car

Section: Version review

Fuel type:
petrol
Gearbox:
manual
Doors:
2 doors
Lotus Elise 240 Sport Final Edition 2021 front
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RRP£46,870
Review

The model

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By delivering one of the best driving experiences available, at any cost, the Elise highlights just how overweight and oversized some sports cars are. Of course, refinement and accessibility let it down a bit, but these are minor niggles compared to the fun of driving the thing. Put simply, if you’re looking for pure, undiluted driving pleasure, then the Elise is still king.

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The trim

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The engine

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The more powerful 1.8 engine can propel the Elise from 0 to 62mph in just 4.2 seconds, and on to a blustery top speed of 145mph. It's tremendous fun and has more than enough urge for speedy and safe overtaking.

Key information

Doors2
Seats2
0-62 MPH4.5 seconds
Fuel TypePetrol
GearboxMANUAL
MPGOfficial overall fuel economy figure

36.2

Boot CapacityHow much space is there?

N/A

EmissionsOfficial emissions rating

177

g/km

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