Especificaciones y análisis del Lotus Elise
Power
120HP
Torque
168Nm
Consumption
7.3l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
5.7s
Top Speed
200km/h
Weight
831kg
Price
43,648€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
RWD
2 / 2 doors
115 L
38 L
88 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Lotus Elise Race Tech · 120 CV (2002-2004)
General description
The Lotus Elise Race Tech is not just a car; it's a statement of principles. In an era where power and weight were growing uncontrollably, Lotus reminded us of its sacred mantra: 'add lightness.' This two-seater is the embodiment of automotive purity, a vehicle designed with a single purpose: to connect the driver with the asphalt in the most intimate and exciting way possible.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Elise is a visceral experience that redefines the concept of driving. With no power steering, every texture of the road travels directly to your hands. The 1.8-liter engine, right behind your head, doesn't roar; it sings a mechanical melody that envelops you. Weighing only 831 kg, its 120 horsepower feels like double. Acceleration is instantaneous, the chassis responds with telepathy, and every corner becomes a precise and addictive dance. It's an analog machine in a digital world—raw, honest, and absolutely unforgettable.
Design and aesthetics
The Elise's form follows function in an almost poetic way. Its low, compact body, with smooth curves and strategic air intakes, doesn't seek to impress but to cut through the wind with maximum efficiency. The interior is an exercise in radical minimalism; the chassis's aluminum is exposed, constantly reminding you of the brilliant engineering that surrounds you. There are no luxuries, only the essentials for the art of driving, creating a cabin that is both a racing cockpit and a work of industrial art.
Technology and features
The true technology of the Elise lies not in screens or assists, but in its brilliant extruded and bonded aluminum chassis. This innovation, pioneering in its time, gives it extraordinary structural rigidity with a ridiculously low weight, being the heart of its legendary agility. The double-wishbone suspension on all four wheels, typical of competition cars, and a braking system without aids guarantee a control and response that very few street cars can match. It's technology at the service of pure sensation.
Competition
Finding a direct rival for the Elise is almost impossible due to its unique philosophy. A Porsche Boxster from the era offered more power and comfort, but at the cost of greater weight and a filter on the sensations. The Mazda MX-5 shares its spirit of fun but plays in a completely different league in terms of performance and purity. Perhaps its closest competitor in spirit would be a Caterham 7, although the latter takes radicalism to an even greater extreme, sacrificing any semblance of practicality.
Conclusion
The Lotus Elise Race Tech is much more than a sports car; it's a purifying experience for the true driving enthusiast. It demands your attention and skill but rewards you with a connection and joy that modern cars have forgotten how to deliver. It's a tribute to intelligent engineering and a reminder that excitement is not always measured in horsepower, but in kilograms of lightness. A future classic that represents the essence of driving pleasure.