2009 Lotus Elise: Overview
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The 2009 Lotus Elise carries on the English company's tradition of pint-sized sports cars with exotic-car performance. This mid-engine, targa-top 2-seater is fitted with a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine built by Toyota and tuned by Lotus. It makes 189 hp in the base Elise, and 218 in the supercharged Elise SC. A 6-speed manual is the only transmission offered. ABS is standard, but an antiskid system is not available; nor are front side airbags or curtain side airbags. Other standard features include air conditioning, power windows, and remote power door locks. Options include leather upholstery, limited-slip differential, and traction control. We have not yet tested a 2009 Lotus Elise, but see our comments on the similar Lotus Exige.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Unknown Rating | Exotic Car Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | N/A | N/A |
| Fuel Economy | N/A | N/A |
| Ride Quality | N/A | N/A |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | N/A | N/A |
| Quietness | N/A | N/A |
| Controls | N/A | N/A |
| Details | N/A | N/A |
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | N/A | N/A |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Room | N/A | N/A |
| Value within Class | N/A | N/A |
| Total Score: | N/A | N/A |
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