Especificaciones y análisis del Lotus Elise
Power
136HP
Torque
160Nm
Consumption
6.3l/100
Emissions
149g/km
0-100 km/h
6.5s
Top Speed
203km/h
Weight
951kg
Price
40,549€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
RWD
2 / 2 doors
112 L
40 L
100 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Lotus Elise · 136 CV (2012)
General description
The Lotus Elise is not just a car; it's a statement of principles. In an increasingly complex and filtered automotive world, the 2011 Elise stands as a bastion of purity, an analog sports car that prioritizes the connection between the driver, the machine, and the asphalt above all else. It is the materialization of Colin Chapman's philosophy: 'add lightness'.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Elise is a visceral experience that floods the senses. You feel every imperfection of the road through unassisted steering, as direct as a thought. The 1.6-liter, 136 hp engine, located right behind you, roars with every press of the accelerator, pushing its mere 951 kg with feline agility. The six-speed manual gearbox is a mechanical pleasure, and every corner becomes a precise dance where you and the car are one. It's a machine that demands from you, but rewards you with one of the purest and most gratifying driving sensations that exist.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is as functional as it is beautiful. At just 1.1 meters high, the Elise seems glued to the ground, a sharp, compact silhouette that screams speed even when stationary. Every line, every air intake, is designed for aerodynamic efficiency and cooling. There are no superfluous ornaments, just a body sculpted by the wind that envelops an extruded aluminum chassis, creating a timeless and unmistakably Lotus image.
Technology and features
The Elise's technology lies in its brilliant chassis engineering and its obsession with low weight, not in touch screens or electronic assists. Here, absence is a virtue. There is no power steering, no complex infotainment systems. The technology is the aluminum of the chassis, the double-wishbone suspension on both axles, and a reliable engine that delivers its power linearly. It is a car that celebrates mechanics and the driver's skill over algorithms.
Competition
Finding a direct rival for the Elise is complicated, as few cars offer such an extreme level of purity and lightness. We could think of a Caterham Seven for its radical philosophy, or perhaps the early generations of the Porsche Boxster for its mid-engine, although the latter is much heavier and more comfortable. Even a Mazda MX-5 shares the spirit of a fun roadster, but the Elise plays in a different league of connection and radicalism. Its true rival is any other car that tries to dilute the driving experience.
Conclusion
The Lotus Elise is a gem for purists, an antidote to automotive apathy. It is not a car for daily use, nor for those seeking comfort or practicality. It is a purely emotional purchase, a second or third car destined to awaken passions on every outing. It is a demanding machine that teaches you to be a better driver and rewards you with an indelible smile. To own an Elise is to understand and celebrate the art of driving in its most essential form.