Lotus Elise (1996-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    £/fun = good value!

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Only Lotus parts are pricey...

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fantastically agile car, extremely rewarding and improves with experience.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Will leave 95% of other cars standing up to 70mph.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems after two years and counting...

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    From toddlers to OAPs - everyone notices this car!

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Anyone above 6 foot will have trouble entering/exiting the car with the roof on. Adequate room once inside though.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Go for the removable steering wheel option!

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Service good, although pricey.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    General trim not very durable.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes