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Lotus Elise Convertible (1996-2000) verdict

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Parkers overall rating: 4 out of 54.0
Lotus Elise (1996-)
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Lotus Elise (1996-)

Written by Parkers Updated: 11 May 2023

Parkers ratings

Performance

5 out of 55.0

Handling

4.5 out of 54.5

Behind the wheel

5 out of 55.0

Comfort

2 out of 52.0

Running costs

3 out of 53.0

Green credentials

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Reliability

3.5 out of 53.5

Equipment

3 out of 53.0

Safety

3.5 out of 53.5

Practicality

2.5 out of 52.5

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