2010 LA Auto Show: Lotus Elise Concept
By Andrew, 19 Nov, 2010. 0 Comments
Lotus Elise Concept
Expected to officially debut in 2015, Lotus’ Elise Concept was actually unveiled at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show. The 2015 model will be priced at around GBP40,000 ($63,000). The current Elise model serves as the inspiration for the 2015 Elise, which uses an extruded aluminum bonded chassis, although a bit longer and with better access. The design is completely new and brings something from the 2014 Lotus Elite. The 2015 Elise weighs a total of 2,409 kg (1,029 pounds) and can go from 0 to 100 km/hr (62 mph) in 4.3 seconds.
Top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph). If you glance under the hood, you will see a supercharged 2.0-liter Toyota four-cylinder unit, which can deliver between 320 to 500 hp, depending on the specifications.
The engine will be paired to a twin-clutch manual gearbox plus Stop & Start. Buyers may also opt for a paddle-shifted automatic transmission. For the 2015 Elise, which is an entry-level model, Lotus will not offer the hybrid KERS technology, which is used by the Formula 1 cars. Like the current model, the 2015 Elise will be available as a roadster or a coupe, while a sporty “R” is in development.
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