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2005 Lotus Elise

Name: 2005 Lotus Elise Base
Brand: Lotus
Price: 42990 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

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Make

Lotus

Model

Elise

Year

2005

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Overview

The Elise is a small two seat soft top roadster. It weighs a mere 1,975 lbs and has four-wheel fully independent suspension. Somewhat sparse on the inside, the Elise doesn't pretend to be a luxury car. Its main purpose is to go fast around a track and that's what it does. It is powered by a tuned Toyota 190 hp 1.8-liter, 16-valve four-cylinder engine that is controlled by a C64 six-speed manual transmission.For 2005, the Lotus Elise makes its first time appearance in North America.

Specs & Features

Highlights

Overall Crash Safety Rating

Not Available

Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque

1.8L I-4 / 190 HP / 138 ft.lbs.

Transmission

6-spd man w/OD

Drive Type

Rear-wheel

Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined

23 / 27 / 25 Mpg

Passenger Capacity

Bumper to Bumper Warranty

36 Months / 36,000 Miles

Mechanical Specs

Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque	1.8L I-4 / 190 HP / 138 ft.lbs.
Drive Type	Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined	23 / 27 / 25 Mpg
Brakes	Ap Racing/brembo 4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Independent Double Wishbone
Spare Tire And Wheel
Fuel Tank	10.5 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type	Premium Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank	$40

Dimensions & Capabilities

Maximum Cargo Volume	4.1 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
Exterior Length	149.0 "
Exterior Width	67.7 "
Exterior Height	45.0 "
Front Headroom	36.5 "
Rear Headroom
Front Legroom	43.5 "
Rear Legroom
Front Shoulder Room
Rear Shoulder Room
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight	1,975 Lbs. / 1,987 Lbs.
Wheel Base	91 "
Turning Radius

Exterior Features

Door Count	2 Doors
Wheels
Paint	Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors	Dual Manual
Bumpers	Body-colored
Grille Moldings	Black
Rear Spoiler	Lip
Exhaust	Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish

Interior Features

Seating

Passenger Capacity	2
Seat Trim	Cloth/leather / Leather
Front Seat Type	Sport Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls	4-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls	4-way
Front Armrests	4-way
Rear Armrests
Rear Seats

Radio & Infotainment

Radio	Blaupunkt Am/fm, Clock, Seek-scan / Blaupunkt Am/fm, Seek-scan
Speakers	4 Blaupunkt
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity

Convenience Features

Steering Wheel Type	Style
Climate Control
Cruise Control
Sun Roof	Manual
Rearview Mirror	Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Tinted Windows	Light
Vanity Mirrors
Remote Keyless Entry	Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets

Safety Features

Overall Crash Safety Rating	Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating	Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating	Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating	Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags	Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Anti-Lock Brakes	4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems	Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable	Immobilizer

Warranty

Bumper To Bumper Months Miles	36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months	24 Months / Unlimited Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
Corrosion Perforation	96 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months

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