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Lotus Elan Review, For Sale, Specs, Models & News in Australia
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Lotus Elan Models Price and Specs
The price range for the Lotus Elan varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $11,550 and going to $15,400 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Convertible | 1.6L, PULP, 5 SP MAN | $11,550 | $15,400 | |
| 1996 | Convertible | 1.6L, PULP, 5 SP MAN | $11,550 | $15,400 | |
| 1995 | Convertible | 1.6L, PULP, 5 SP MAN | $11,550 | $15,400 | |
| 1994 | Convertible | 1.6L, PULP, 5 SP MAN | $11,550 | $15,400 | |
| 1992 | Convertible | 1.6L, PULP, 5 SP MAN | $34,870 | $45,320 | |
Lotus Elan Wheel Size
The Lotus Elan has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 205x45 VR16 for Convertible in 1997 with a wheel size that spans from 16x7 inches.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Convertible | 205x45 VR16 | 16x7 inches | 205x45 VR16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 1996 | Convertible | 205x45 VR16 | 16x7 inches | 205x45 VR16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 1995 | Convertible | 205x45 VR16 | 16x7 inches | 205x45 VR16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 1994 | Convertible | 205x45 VR16 | 16x7 inches | 205x45 VR16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 1992 | Convertible | 205x50 ZR15 | 15x6.5 inches | 205x50 ZR15 | 15x6.5 inches | |
Lotus Elan Dimensions
The dimensions of the Lotus Elan Convertible vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Convertible | 1230x1734x3803 mm | 130 mm | |
| 1996 | Convertible | 1230x1734x3803 mm | 130 mm | |
| 1995 | Convertible | 1230x1734x3803 mm | 130 mm | |
| 1994 | Convertible | 1230x1734x3803 mm | 130 mm | |
| 1992 | Convertible | 1230x1734x3803 mm | 130 mm | |
Lotus Elan Fuel Consumption
The Lotus Elan is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 9.4L/100km for Convertible /PULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Convertible | 9.4L/100km | 1.6L | PULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1996 | Convertible | 9.4L/100km | 1.6L | PULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1995 | Convertible | 9.4L/100km | 1.6L | PULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1994 | Convertible | 9.4L/100km | 1.6L | PULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1992 | Convertible | 9.4L/100km | 1.6L | PULP | 5 SP MAN | |
