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Lotus Elise Series 3, facelift 2017 Cup 250 1.8 (246 Hp)
Overall Rating
Lotus Elise:
The Lotus Elise GT1 is a race car developed for grand tourer-style sports car racing starting in 1997.
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Series 3, facelift 2017 Overview:
Lotus Elise (Series 3, facelift 2017). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.1 l/100km). Weighing only 917 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.3 s). The top speed reaches 248 km/h. A two-seater convertible designed for open-top driving pleasure. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Cup 250 1.8 (246 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A formidable performer, just shy of the Cup 260, offering incredible speed and agility. The supercharged 1.8L provides strong, linear power, making it exceptionally fast and responsive for both road and track.
Fuel Economy
Similar to the Cup 260, its fuel economy reflects its high-performance nature. It's acceptable given the power output, but not a primary selling point.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unmatched handling and steering feel
- • Extremely lightweight and agile
- • Exhilarating driving experience
- • Reliable Toyota-derived engines
- • Iconic and timeless design
Cons:
- • Very limited practicality (storage, ingress/egress)
- • Minimal comfort features and refinement
- • High road noise and firm ride
- • Niche market appeal and potentially high running costs for some parts
- • No Euro NCAP safety rating
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Series 3, facelift 2017: 2017 - ).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Lotus |
| Model: | Elise |
| Generation: | Series 3, facelift 2017 |
| Modification (Engine): | Cup 250 1.8 (246 Hp) |
| Start of production: | April, 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Roadster |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 246 Hp @ 7200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 136.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 3500-5500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2ZR-FE [Same engine] More details about the engine 2ZR-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 1798 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.4 l |
| Coolant: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 248 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.7 kg/Hp, 268.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.7 kg/Nm, 272.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 917 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 48 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3824 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1719 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1117 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 288x26 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 288x26 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 195/50 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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