2008 Lotus Elise Features And Specs

Year

Style, Configuration, Engine Options

Trim

Elise 2dr Conv Package Includes

  • Interior

  • Front bucket seats w/manual recline & integral headrests

  • Black cloth seat trim w/ProBax anatomical padding

  • Carpet foot mats

  • Leather-wrapped Momo steering wheel

  • Instrumentation-inc

    high definition LCD message panel, customizable display options, progressive shift lights, tachometer

  • Tire pressure monitor

  • Pwr central locking

  • Remote keyless entry system w/multi-function remote

  • Anti-theft system w/immobilizer & alarm

  • Engine start button

  • Air conditioning

  • Aluminum trimmed shift knob & handbrake sleeve

  • Dual sun visors

  • Exterior

  • 16\ x 5.5\ 8-spoke silver cast alloy front wheels

  • 17\ x 7.5\ 8-spoke silver cast alloy rear wheels

  • P175/50R16 Yokohama Advan Neova AD07 LTS performance front tires

  • P225/45R17 Yokohama Advan Neova AD07 LTS performance rear tires

  • Inflatable spare tire kit

  • Composite fiberglass body

  • Black cloth soft removable targa top w/storage bag

  • Rear spoiler

  • Aerodynamic rear diffuser

  • Front mud guards

  • High intensity projection beam headlights

  • LED taillights

  • Daytime running lights

  • Dual body-colored manual mirrors

  • Tinted glass

  • Intermittent windshield wiper

  • Entertainment

  • Alpine AM/FM stereo w/CD player, (4) speakers

  • Engine

  • Engine Order Code

    NA

  • Engine Type and Required Fuel

    Gas I4

  • Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

    1.8L/110

  • Fuel System

    MPFI

  • Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

    189 @ 7800

  • Maximum Torque @ RPM

    133 @ 6800

  • Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

    NA

  • Electrical

  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

    NA

  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    NA

  • Safety

  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)

  • Driver & passenger airbags

  • Front outboard 3-point seatbelts

  • Daytime running lights

  • Side guard door beams

  • Steering

  • Steering Type

    Manual

  • Steering Ratio (:1)

    NA

  • Turns, lock to lock

    NA

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)

    32.8

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)

    NA

  • Mechanical

  • 1.8L DOHC MPFI 16-valve VVTL-i mid-mounted I4 engine

  • 6-speed manual transmission w/OD

  • Rear wheel drive

  • Lightweight aluminum chassis

  • Independent front/rear suspension w/unequal length wishbones

  • Eibach coaxial coil springs, Bilstein gas shock absorbers

  • Front stabilizer bar

  • Manual steering

  • Front AP Racing/rear Brembo pwr vented cross-drilled disc brakes

  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)

  • Central twin exhaust

  • Suspension

  • Front Suspension Type

    Independent

  • Rear Suspension Type

    Independent

  • Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Towing

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Transmission

  • Transmission Order Code

    NA

  • Transmission Description

    Manual w/OD

  • Number of Transmission Speeds

    6

  • First Gear Ratio (:1)

    3.17

  • Second Gear Ratio (:1)

    2.05

  • Third Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.48

  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.17

  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.92

  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.81

  • Reverse Ratio (:1)

    3.25

  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

    4.53

  • Clutch Size

    NA

  • Vehicle

  • EPA Classification

    Two Seater

  • Drivetrain

    Rear Wheel Drive

  • Warranty

  • 2 Basic Years / Unlimited Basic Miles

  • 2 Drivetrain Years / Unlimited Drivetrain Miles

  • 8 Corrosion Years / Unlimited Corrosion Miles

  • Brakes

  • Brake Type

    Pwr

  • Anti-Lock-Braking System

    4-Wheel

  • Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    NA

  • Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    NA

  • Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

    NA