Lotus Elise (1996-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Theres a few competitors around these days - VX220, MR2 etc.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Petrol filler cap was over 100 quid to replace.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Direct steering and low slung position is fun. Jiggling steering unconfortable after a while. Cornering tricky on the limit.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Tyre squeaking fun off the mark, but lacking punch compared to 911 league. Goes round corners though.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cutesy looks and Lotus image. Can't go wrong.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Difficult to enter/exit with the hood up. Hard, unadjustable racing seats.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Nobody stole it.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Reasonable service network for a small car company. Dealers friendly.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Lockable petrol cap fell off. Expensive to replace and had to order the part.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes