Lotus 2017 Elise

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not the greatest value, but different.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Depreciates a bit for 1st few years, servicing also expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Superb once brakes bedded in properly.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent - very usable.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not broken down but 2 faulty hoods, wing mirrors came off, locks stuck - definitely handbuilt.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Gets looks - not sure if it'll date as well as S1.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Driving position great, ride just about bearable (fine at speed).

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fine for this type of car.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Same faults as cars 2 years older have had-not good enough for the prices charged.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Occasional stalling, otherwise fine.

    Other

    Misaligned steering.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No