The Elise, manufactured by Lotus Cars, came into production since 1996. This two-seater roadster with a fiberglass body and bonded and sturdy frame was created with the intention of keeping the production costs as low as possible. Its unique combination of light weight plus performance has made it an extremely desirable vehicle of recent times.
Available in a single trim level, this mid-engine roadster is powered by a 1.8 litre inline 4-cylinder engine that outputs around 190 hp and is capable of speeds up to 240 km/h. The brakes of this beauty are handled by A.P. Racing and have Brembo calipers, which turns out extremely responsive when required. With a six-speed gear transmission and a power of about 7800 rpm, and a torque of 138 lb-ft, the Elise with its Toyota engine that also features an intake and exhaust parts along with a pinched engine controller is just perfect for that sporty, no-fuss ride.
The interior of the Lotus Elise is justifiably simple in keeping up with its light-weight policy, and the weight saving aspect can even be extended to the standard air-conditioning can be avoided. Safety features that are available in the car are limited to the bare essentials like anti lock brakes, front airbags, and traction control that come as an option. To get the most out of protection, a hardtop roof is also obtainable though, as a distinct alternative.
Comfort has not been overlooked in the Elise that boasts of padded and merged seats that offer the maximum support to the contours of the body. It is very clear that the makers of the Elise have given their full concentration to the driving aspect of the car rather than luxury. The dashboard is kept very low-profile has an array of standard controls that are within easy access of the driver. Storage features area also just enough for a short period of travel.
