Especificaciones y análisis del Lotus Elise
Power
192HP
Torque
180Nm
Consumption
8.2l/100
Emissions
196g/km
0-100 km/h
5.4s
Top Speed
222km/h
Weight
935kg
Price
49,589€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
RWD
2 / 2 doors
112 L
40 L
141 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Lotus Elise R · 192 CV (2010-2012)
General description
The 2011 Lotus Elise R is not just a car; it's a statement of principles. In an era where technology and comfort often dilute the driving experience, the Elise remains true to its founder Colin Chapman's philosophy: 'Simplify, then add lightness.' This two-seater is the embodiment of automotive purity, a distillation of speed, agility, and a direct connection between the driver, the machine, and the asphalt.
Driving experience
Driving the Elise R is a visceral experience that bombards the senses. The 1.8-liter Toyota engine howls up to 7800 rpm right behind your head, a mechanical and addictive soundtrack. Every shift of the precise 6-speed manual gearbox is a deliberate and satisfying act. The unassisted steering transmits every texture of the asphalt directly to the palms of your hands. Weighing only 935 kg, its agility is almost telepathic; the car doesn't turn, it pivots around you, creating a symbiosis that makes you feel like an integral part of the chassis.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a direct consequence of its purpose. The lines of the Elise R are fluid and aerodynamic, sculpted by the wind to generate grip. It is incredibly low and compact, an unmistakable silhouette that screams agility even when stationary. Inside, minimalism is the law: the aluminum of the chassis is exposed, the seats are racing buckets, and you will only find the strictly necessary controls. There is no room for the superfluous; every element is there to serve the drive.
Technology and features
The technology of the Elise R doesn't lie in touch screens or driving assistants, but in its brilliant mechanical engineering. Its heart is an extruded and bonded aluminum chassis, a work of art that provides exceptional rigidity with a ridiculously low weight. The double-wishbone suspension on both axles, typical of racing cars, ensures impeccable control and footing. The real technology here is purity: the absence of electronic filters to offer the most authentic experience possible.
Competition
Finding direct rivals for such a radical proposition is complicated. A Porsche Boxster or Cayman from the era offers similar performance, but with a much more refined, comfortable, and heavy approach; they are grand tourers in comparison. Perhaps its true spiritual competitors are equally purist machines like a Caterham Seven, although the Elise offers a slightly higher level of daily usability. It's a car that plays in its own league, that of uncompromising sports cars.
Conclusion
The Lotus Elise R is a machine of pure emotions, an antidote to automotive boredom. It is demanding, noisy, and impractical for daily use, but for those seeking the most intimate and rewarding connection with the road, there is nothing like it. It's not a car you choose with your head, but with your heart. It is an unforgettable experience that reminds you why you are passionate about driving, a modern classic from the day it left the factory.