Lotus Elise (96-00) - Review

Review Date: 18 December 2006
4 out of 5

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4 out of 5

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£5,391 - £10,133

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Handling; performance; fun

Fiddly hood

The diminutive Elise is a sensational back-to-basics road racer, providing all-round thrills and really looking the part. A classic in its own time, the magnificently sculpted bonnet and side panels look fantastic - as well as having their aero-dynamic purposes - and due to the Elise’s timeless styling and raw, exhilarating performance there are few rivals to the throne.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    5 out of 5

  • Handling

    4.5 out of 5

Comfort

  • Comfort

    2 out of 5

  • Practicality

    2.5 out of 5

  • Equipment

    3 out of 5

  • Behind the wheel

    5 out of 5

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    3.5 out of 5

  • Reliability

    3.5 out of 5

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    0 out of 5

  • Buying used

    3 out of 5

  • Selling

    3.5 out of 5

Costs

  • Running costs

    3 out of 5

  • Green credentials

    0 out of 5

Owners' reviews

Used Lotus Elise (96-00) Sport 160 2d

Lotus Elise (96-00)
4 out of 5

“ Not a great deal to be honest.  ”

James Bowyer