Available new from: February 2000  -  November 2000

Lotus Elise (96-00)
Lotus Elise (96-00)
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Scroll down for the full details of the Lotus Elise 1996 right here. On this page, you will find all the key specs for the Elise from overall fuel efficiency in MPG and its top speed in MPH, to running costs, dimensions, data and lots more. With Parkers you'll find the most comprehensive source of car specs online.
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Specs Overview

2wd
Manual
Petrol
2dr
Power (bhp)143 bhp
Acceleration 0-60 mph5.4 secs
Miles per tank334 miles
Insurance group get an insurance quote? 39
Road tax£345 per year
Dimensions (mm)Length 3734mm X Width 1701mm
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Costs

What is the price to buy a used and new Elise 1996 and what is the overall running cost?

Fuel consumption
Pre-2017 test standard
Official fuel economy tests explained
An improved official test for car fuel economy was introduced in September 2017.
The new WLTP test gives figures closer to a car's "true mpg" than the pre-2017 NEDC test, which tended to overstate mpg compared to what real-world drivers would get.
When looking at mpg for two cars, always check the figures were measured under the same test system. Comparing one car's WLTP figure with another's NEDC figure will not tell you which has the better mpg.
38 mpg
Insurance group39
Annual road tax£345
Price when new£28,120
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Dimensions

What are the dimensions of Elise 1996 and its fuel capacity and the overall weight?

Fuel Capacity40 litres
Weight770kg
Length3734mm
Width1701mm
Height1202mm
Wheelbase2300mm
Turning Circle-
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Performance

What is the BHP, top speed, torque, and CO2 emissions of Elise 1996?

Power143 bhp
Top Speed133 mph
0-60 mph5.4 secs
Torque174 Nm, 128 ft-lb
CO2 Emissions174 g/km
Euro Emissions Standard
2

Emissions data can vary over the lifespan of a version, typically due to manufacturer engine improvements.

What is presented here is based on the latest version only. Before buying, always check a specific car’s eligibility for a ULEZ zone directly with the zone authority by entering the car’s registration number in their online checker, eg, for London: Check your Vehicle

Miles Per Tank334 miles
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Engine

What is the Engine size, fuel type, transmission, and Gearbox of Lotus Elise 1996?

Engine Size1796cc
Cylinders4
Valves16
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionManual
Gearbox5 Speed
DrivetrainRear wheel drive
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Cabin & Luggage

What are the number of seats and doors in Lotus Elise 1996 and its boot size?

Doors2
Seats2
Luggage Capacity-
Unbraked Towing Weight-
Braked Towing Weight-

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