Lotus Elise Series 3
The Lotus Elise Series 3 (2011–2022): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 32 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.
Model codes: Type 111 · Sold in: United Kingdom, European Union, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,820–3,880 mm RDW | 3,824 mm |
| Width | 1,720 mm RDW | 1,719 mm |
| Height | 1,120 mm RDW | 1,117 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,300 mm RDW | 2,300 mm |
| Front track | 1,457 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,506 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 851–927 kg RDW | 866–914 kg |
| Mass in running order | 951–1,027 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,141–1,214 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 2 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – |
| Fuel tank | – | 40 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 203–240 km/h RDW | 204–248 km/h |
| Torque | 160–250 Nm ASTRA | 160–265 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/50R16, 225/45R17, 175/55R16, 215/45R17
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 years | 94.8% (93.0–96.2) | 86.4% | 790 |
| 9–12 years | 91.7% (89.3–93.6) | 77.9% | 641 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 9.7% | 29.5% |
| Brakes | 9.2% | 23.8% |
| Lights and electrics | 5.0% | 12.5% |
| Suspension | 3.6% | 19.3% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 2.9% | 7.4% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.3% | 5.3% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 32 versions of the Lotus Elise Series 3
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European Union 17 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–2022 | 1.8 L | 183 kW (249 PS) | Petrol | – | 177 g/km | 113 |
| 2022 | 1.8 L | 179 kW (243 PS) | Petrol | 7.8 L/100 km WLTP | 177 g/km | 64 |
| 2022 | 1.8 L | 178 kW (242 PS) | Petrol | 7.8 L/100 km WLTP | 171 g/km | 10 |
| 2021 | 1.8 L | 179 kW (243 PS) | Petrol | – | 177 g/km | 164 |
| 2021 | 1.8 L | 162 kW (220 PS) | Petrol | – | 179 g/km | 106 |
| 2021 | 1.8 L | 182 kW (247 PS) | Petrol | – | 177 g/km | 50 |
| 2021 | 1.8 L | 178 kW (242 PS) | Petrol | – | 177 g/km | 44 |
| 2021 | 1.8 L | 161 kW (219 PS) | Petrol | – | 177 g/km | 40 |
| 2012–2020 | 1.8 L | 162 kW (220 PS) | Petrol | – | 173–175 g/km | 2,688 |
| 2013–2020 | 1.8 L | 161 kW (219 PS) | Petrol | – | 173–175 g/km | 662 |
| 2016–2020 | 1.8 L | 182 kW (247 PS) | Petrol | – | 175 g/km | 226 |
| 2017–2020 | 1.8 L | 183 kW (249 PS) | Petrol | – | 175 g/km | 266 |
| 2011–2019 | 1.6 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Petrol | – | 149–153 g/km | 1,149 |
| 2017 | 1.6 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Other fuel | – | 149 g/km | 90 |
| 2017 | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | – | 149 g/km | 20 |
| 2011–2015 | 1.8 L | 162 kW (220 PS) | Petrol | – | 173–199 g/km | 100 |
| 2011–2013 | 1.8 L | 141 kW (192 PS) | Petrol | – | 196–208 g/km | 20 |
United Kingdom 13 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2023Sport 220 | 1.8 L | 162 kW (220 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.0 L/100 km WLTP | 173 g/km |
| 2021–2023Sport 240 | 1.8 L | 179 kW (243 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.8 L/100 km WLTP | 177 g/km |
| 2020–2023Cup 250 | 1.8 L | 183 kW (249 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.8 L/100 km WLTP | 177 g/km |
| 2019Cup 250 | 1.8 L | 183 kW (249 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.8 L/100 km WLTP | – |
| 2017–2018Elise Sport | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
| 2017–2018Elise Sport 220 | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 173 g/km |
| 2017–2018Elise Cup 250 | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 175 g/km |
| 2012–2015Elise | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
| 2015Elise S | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 173 g/km |
| 2013–2014Elise | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | Manual | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
| 2013–2014Elise S | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | Manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 173–175 g/km |
| 2012Elise R | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.2 L/100 km NEDC | 196 g/km |
| 2012Elise SC | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.5 L/100 km NEDC | 199 g/km |
France 2 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2014Elise | – | 100 kW (136 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
| 2013–2014Elise S | – | 162 kW (220 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 173–175 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.