Thursday 12 July 2012
2013 Lotus Elise Review
2013 Lotus Elise Review - It’s hard to think the 2013 Lotus Elise is approaching its 15th year being produced, even when it’s morphed right into a significant different vehicle in comparison to one initially released inside the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1995. 2013 Lotus Elise Review together with Ailfred RamSer discussion, and Toyota V6 topic, also 2011 topic, along with Although Lotus subject, so don't forget to check the main article 2013 Lotus Elise Review to read the whole story.
Lotus Elise: The Elise started in 1996 and weighed 725 kg (1,598 lb). The current model starts at 901 kg (1,986 lb) and incorporates some engineering innovations, such as an aluminium extrusion frame and a composite body shell. The Elise has also spawned several racing variants, including a limited series called the 340R, which has an open-body design echoing the old Seven. The Elise was introduced into the U.S., with a Toyota engine, in order to pass strict U.S. emissions laws. The 1ZZ & 2ZZ Toyota engines used have a Lotus ECU with their own fuel mapping. The supercharged Lotus SC and limited edition Jim Clark Type 25 Elise editions add a new performance dimension to the Elise range. 0–60 mph acceleration is in 4.3 seconds and 0–100 km/h in 4.6 seconds.
