2008 Lotus Elise Base
The 2008 Lotus Elise Base is a 1.8-liter inline-4 with a manual 6-speed and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $46,270 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Elise measures 149.0 inches long on a 90.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 1,984 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $46,270 ($69,846 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $47,195 ($71,242 *) |
| Destination Charge | $925 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Toyota 2ZZ-GE I4 |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Redline | 8,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 82.0 x 85.0 |
| Injection Type | Port fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Manual 6-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 10.6 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16-in. |
| Wheels Rear | 17-in. |
| Tires Front | 175/55R16 W |
| Tires Rear | 225/45R17 W |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 149 in |
| Width | 72.8 in |
| Height | 44 in |
| Wheelbase | 90.5 in |
| Front Track | 57.4 in |
| Rear Track | 59.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 4 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 1,984 lbs |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars