Used 2011 Lotus Elise
2011 Lotus Elise Overview
2011 Lotus Elise Pricing
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors, but here's a general idea of what buyers are currently paying for used 2011 Lotus Elise models when purchasing from a dealership.
Elise Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Lotus Elise (2005-2011) a 4.6 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 100% recommend it. These figures are based on 10 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2011 Lotus Elise
"Street legal race car"
"My 2011 Elise R is the best car I have driven in my entire life. I had before porsches, BMW, audits and a mustang gt500 and those care are like driving crown Victoria's next to the Elise. The information this car send to the driver is amazing! Super fast acceleration for only 192hp, the BEST handling than any car out there including ferraris and lamborghini, and I know this because I was a test driver for this two companies when I lived in Italy. The only issue is the small cabin but that is what lotus is all about, low weight, superior handling and great acceleration. The Toyota engine is not a Celica engine, it is just the bones/shell, it is all lotus engineering. Until you drive an Elise you'll understand it, and if you are able to get those revs all the way close to the redline you will hear a sound that releases the monster that Elise is all about. It gives you the chills! It is like you are inside a race car video game."
"This is a race car, not a Luxury Sports Car"
"If you want to drive the best handling car on the road, this is your machine ! With the Toyota engine and drive train, you will not find a more reliable sports car. This car attracts people. They love it. This is the most photographed car I have ever owned. Tires - to get the grip, the Yokohama tires are very soft. The rear tires last about 6,000 miles and fronts last about 12,000 miles. This depends on how you drive, but I know you will love taking a city street corner at 60 and the car does not break loose. It goes 0-60 in 4.4 sec. This car is nothing but driving fun."
"Super car looks, realistic price"
"The first time someone hung out the window on the highway to take a poicture of the car I thought it was weird, then I got use to it. This car stops people. They all ask about it. Nothing I have ever driven comes close to getting the looks. And it is so fun to drive. only issue is getting in and out of it. Not easy. Once in, it is comfortable."
Overall 2011 Lotus Elise Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2011 Lotus Elise is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2011 Lotus Elise quality a 4.7 out of 5.
2011 Lotus Elise Reliability
The 2011 Lotus Elise receives an average consumer rating of 4.6 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2011 Elise Features
According to drivers of the 2011 Elise, here are some of its best features:
- Everything
- The best handling car you will ever drive
- Fun is an understatement
- Fun to drive, great styling
- Fun, responsive
2011 Lotus Elise MPG by Trim
2011 Elise Coupe 2D - city 21 MPG - hwy 27 MPG
2011 Elise SC Coupe 2D - city 20 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
2011 Elise Safety
2011 Lotus Elise Safety Features
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Traction Control
2011 Lotus Elise
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2011 Lotus Elise Styles
Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gallons | ||
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Max Seating Capacity | 2 | ||
Overall Length | 149.0 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 4.0 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 32.8 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 90.5 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 72.8 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
HID Headlights | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors |
Fuel Economy
City | 21 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 27 mpg | ||
Combined | 23 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Manual | ||
6 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Premium | ||
Limited Slip Differential | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 134 @ 6800 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 118 @ 4400 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 6.0 seconds | ||
Top Speed | 127 mph |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 8 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
- iPod Connector
- Premium Radio
- CD Player
Interior
- Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Seating
- Cloth Seats
Security
- Alarm System
Technology
- Cruise Control
- Remote Keyless Entry
- Push-Button Engine Start
2011 Lotus Elise Safety
2011 Lotus Elise Safety Technology
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Traction Control
Compare to Similar Vehicles
Used 2011 Lotus Elise | New 2025 Subaru BRZ | New 2024 Toyota GR86 | New 2024 Chevrolet Camaro | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $33,844 | $32,380 | $30,395 | $32,495 | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.1 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.6 | 3.2 | 4.0 | 4.0 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG | City 20/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG | City 20/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG | City 16/Hwy 26/Comb 20 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | N/A | N/A | $61,594 | $69,121 | |
| Safety Rating | N/A | N/A | N/A | 5.0 | |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 134 @ 6800 RPM | 228 @ 7000 RPM | 228 @ 7000 RPM | 335 @ 6800 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |