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La Lotus Elise Series 2 est une voiture de sport deux portes produite de 2001 à 2011 à Hethel, au Royaume-Uni. Ce bolide au look agressif est équipé d’une transmission manuelle à 5 vitesses, propulsée par un moteur 4 cylindres en ligne atmosphérique de 1,8L délivrant une puissance maximale de 122 ch et un couple de 168 Nm. Sa vitesse maximale atteint environ 125 mph, avec un 0 à 60 mph abattu en seulement 5,7 secondes, une consommation de carburant de 7,4 L/100 km et un poids à vide de 1565 lbs. Cette Elise S2 exotique se négocie aujourd’hui aux alentours de 22 000 dollars sur le marché.
Grâce à sa tenue de route exceptionnelle, ses performances de premier ordre et son prix relativement abordable, la Lotus Elise Series 2 figure parmi les voitures de sport britanniques les plus réussies et populaires de ces dernières années. Elle adopte une architecture à propulsion arrière avec une suspension avant à double triangulation, ressorts hélicoïdaux et barre anti-roulis, ainsi qu’une suspension arrière indépendante à double triangulation et barre anti-roulis, chaussée de pneumatiques performance 225/45 R17 à l’avant comme à l’arrière. Le système de freinage standard comprend des disques ventilés équipés de l’ABS. L’un des aspects les plus remarquables de la Lotus Elise Series 2 est son châssis léger en aluminium collé, qui contribue aux performances remarquables de ce modèle sur les circuits du monde entier.
Rang
puissance
120
POIDS KG
757
Puissance par rapport au poids
0.16
VALEUR ACTUELLE
$45,000
Pneu
OEM Specs
Description du moteur
In-line 4-cyl, 1796cc
Type de transmission
RWD
0-60 MPH
5 SECs
VITESSE MAXIMALE KPH
211
PRIX (MSRP) USD
$73,502
boîte de vitesses
5-SPEED MANUAL
couple
168 N.M
Années du modèle
2001-2011
NOTES DE L'ANNéE
2001: The Series 2 Elise debuted with a redesigned chassis and body, offering improved safety, aerodynamics, and a slightly more refined interior. It retained the 1.8L Rover K-Series engine, producing around 118 hp in standard models. The new aluminum chassis, bonded rather than welded, made the car lighter and stiffer, maintaining Lotus’s focus on handling.
2002: Minor updates were made, including improvements to interior trim and optional equipment like upgraded seats. Lotus introduced a few limited-edition variants, including the Sport 135, which had a modified Rover engine producing around 135 hp for improved performance.
2003: Lotus released the 111S variant, featuring a VVC (Variable Valve Control) version of the Rover K-Series engine, boosting output to around 156 hp. The 111S also came with revised suspension settings, larger wheels, and minor styling changes, improving its performance credentials.
2004: This year marked a major update as Lotus switched to Toyota engines due to reliability concerns with the Rover units. The standard Elise was now powered by a 1.8L Toyota 1ZZ-FE engine, producing 134 hp, while the high-performance Elise 111R (Elise R in some markets) featured the Toyota 1.8L 2ZZ-GE engine with VVTL-i (variable valve timing and lift) technology, producing 189 hp. The 111R also introduced a 6-speed manual transmission and improved brakes, making it a significant upgrade in power and reliability.
2005: Lotus introduced the Elise Sports Racer limited edition, which featured unique colors, a sport suspension pack, and exclusive interior trim. The Sports Racer retained the Toyota powertrain and further emphasized performance tuning and style.
2006: The Elise received a minor facelift, with updated headlights, revised front clamshell, and slightly modified rear styling. Lotus also introduced the Track Pack as an option, which included adjustable Bilstein dampers, stiffer anti-roll bars, and track-oriented suspension settings for improved handling.
2008: The Elise SC was introduced, featuring the supercharged 1.8L 2ZZ-GE engine, producing 218 hp. This model became the most powerful Elise at the time, offering quicker acceleration and better mid-range power. The supercharger provided more accessible performance without changing the car’s lightweight focus.
2010: Lotus introduced another minor facelift, including revised bumpers, a new front splitter, and updated rear LED lights. Aerodynamic improvements helped reduce drag, and the interior received slight updates with improved trim and materials. The lineup was simplified to streamline the options and emphasize the Elise’s performance focus as it neared the end of Series 2 production.
2011: The final year of production for the Series 2 Elise saw no significant changes, as Lotus prepared for the introduction of the Series 3 Elise. Special editions like the RGB (Roger Becker) Edition were released to honor Lotus’s former director of vehicle engineering, featuring unique color schemes and special badging.
Comparer à
Modifications populaires de Lotus Elise Series 2 par niveau
Sur 27 préparations documentéesTendancesElise S2 owners typically start with Nitron coilovers and Bridgestone RE-71RS tires. As builds escalate, BOE superchargers and custom aero become common. Full race builds often feature Honda K-series swaps and Quaife sequential transmissions, utilizing Maxxis RC1 or Yokohama A055 tires.
Moyen
11 préparations
Pneus
Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS2· Firestone Firehawk Indy 5001· Hoosier A71· Nankang CR-S1· Hankook Ventus F2001
Suspension
Nitron Single-Adjustable Coilovers2· Blackwatch Racing Penske Coilovers1· Inokinetic MonoBalls1· Inokinetic Improved Steering Arms1· Inokinetic Spherical Bushings1
Freins
Pagid RS421· Girodisc Brake Rotors1· G-Loc R101· Mintex M11551· Mintex M1441
Admission/Échappement
BOE ST Muffler2
Puissance/Tuning
BWR Supercharger2· BOE Torque 200 Tune1
Aérodynamique
Reverie Rear Wing1· Reverie Front Splitter1· GUT Sport Wing II1· Zebulon ZWG2601
Roues
Lotus LSS Wheels1· Inokinetic Monolite II1· SSR Type C1
Autre
V2 Steering Arms1· Inokinetic FastArms1· Rear Toe Links1· Upgraded Radiator1· Moroso Baffled Oil Pan1
Lourd
Rythme OEM+2.7% 9 préparations
Pneus
Hankook Ventus Z2142· Toyo Proxes R888R2· Hoosier R71· Yokohama Advan A0551· Falken Azenis RT6601
Suspension
John Reece Suspension1
Freins
EBC Yellowstuff1
Puissance/Tuning
Honda K20A Swap2· BOE Fabrication TVS Supercharger1· Rotrex C30-941· Honda K24 Swap1· 4 Piston Racing Ported Head1
Aérodynamique
Reverie Aero1· GUT Sport Wing II1· TWRD Front Lip1· Voltex Type 2 Wing1
Transmission
Quaife Sequential Transmission1
Autre
V2 Steering Arms1
Course
Rythme OEM+6.1% 4 préparations
Pneus
Maxxis RC-11· Yokohama Advan A0551· Nankang CR-S1· Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 21
Puissance/Tuning
Honda K24 Swap2· Honda K24 Engine Swap1
Aérodynamique
Reverie Aero1
Transmission
Quaife Sequential Transmission1
Temps au tour
| Temps | Piste | Voiture | Mod | Pilote | Pneu | Date du tour | Date ajoutée | vs Préd. | Vitesse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:33.5 | ICAR Mirabel - Motorsports Complex | Lourd | 02 Oct, 2022 | 04 Jan, 2023 | -8.84s | +9.04% | |||
| 1:49.8 | Chuckwalla Valley Raceway (CW) | Course | 22 Nov, 2025 | 24 Nov, 2025 | -5.64s | +4.90% | |||
| 1:48.7 | Chuckwalla Valley Raceway (CCW) | Course | 22 Feb, 2026 | 20 Jun, 2026 | -5.11s | +4.49% | |||
| 1:35.5 | Podium Club (CW) | Course | 22 Mar, 2026 | 20 Jun, 2026 | -4.45s | +4.45% | |||
| 1:34.9 | Podium Club (CCW) | Course | 01 Feb, 2026 | 20 Jun, 2026 | -3.91s | +3.95% | |||
| 1:05.5 | Grandsport Speedway (1.4 Miles CW) | Stock | 05 Nov, 2012 | 16 Jul, 2022 | -1.67s | +2.50% | |||
| 1:03.9 | Lime Rock Park (Road Course w/ Two Chicanes) | Lourd | 08 Jul, 2023 | 31 Jan, 2024 | -1.26s | +1.87% | |||
| 59.6 | Circuit du Luc (CW) | Moyen | 27 Oct, 2015 | 14 Feb, 2026 | -0.98s | +1.61% | |||
| 1:02.7 | Grandsport Speedway (1.4 Mile CCW) | Lourd | 30 Jan, 2026 | 01 Feb, 2026 | -0.98s | +1.49% | |||
| 1:37.3 | Podium Club (CW) | Lourd | 11 Mar, 2025 | 29 Jan, 2026 | -1.32s | +1.28% | |||
| 1:18.7 | Circuit Meppen | Lourd | 08 Jul, 2019 | 07 Feb, 2026 | -0.78s | +0.97% | |||
| 1:55.8 | Las Vegas Motor Speedway (2.4 Mile Outside Road Course) | Moyen | 22 Feb, 2026 | 21 Jun, 2026 | -0.99s | +0.84% | |||
| 1:43.9 | Sonoma Raceway (Long) | Course | 09 May, 2025 | 07 Feb, 2026 | -0.56s | +0.52% | |||
| 1:05.0 | Mondello Park (National) | Course | 09 Jun, 2013 | 12 Jun, 2026 | -0.3s | +0.46% | |||
| 1:41.0 | Brainerd International Raceway - BIR (Competition Road Course- CW) | Lourd | 08 Jul, 2023 | 30 Jul, 2024 | -0.39s | +0.38% | |||
| 1:35.4 | Laguna Seca (Current) | Lourd | 30 Aug, 2023 | 27 Nov, 2023 | -0.36s | +0.36% | |||
| 1:59.9 Nouveau | Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Bypass) | Moyen | 31 May, 2026 | 03 Jun, 2026 | -0.42s | +0.35% | |||
| 1:01.0 | Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park-WHP (East) | Lourd | 01 Jun, 2024 | 09 Jun, 2024 | -0.21s | +0.34% | |||
| 1:05.9 | Broadford Speedway | Lumière | 05 Apr, 2023 | 18 Aug, 2024 | -0.21s | +0.32% | |||
| 1:46.3 | Arizona Motorsports Park - AMP (Main Track - CW) | Lourd | 08 Apr, 2024 | 21 Jun, 2024 | -0.17s | +0.16% | |||
| 1:34.6 | Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (Pro Course) | Moyen | 25 Sep, 2019 | 16 Sep, 2022 | -0.1s | +0.11% | |||
| 1:38.0 | Podium Club (CCW) | Lourd | 22 Sep, 2024 | 27 Sep, 2024 | -0.09s | +0.09% | |||
| 1:39.3 | Cremona Circuit (Pre 2024) | Lourd | 01 Nov, 2017 | 18 Jan, 2026 | -0.04s | +0.04% | |||
| 1:45.5 | Sonoma Raceway (Long Pre 2024) | Lourd | 03 Nov, 2022 | 29 Jul, 2023 | +0.03s | -0.03% | |||
| 1:48.8 | Inde Motorsports Ranch (Configuration 5-CW) | Course | 05 May, 2025 | 07 May, 2025 | +0.04s | -0.04% | |||
| 1:13.5 | New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Lightning) | Moyen | 02 Nov, 2023 | 30 Jan, 2024 | +0.29s | -0.39% | |||
| 1:55.7 | Pittsburgh International Race Complex - PittRace (Full Course) | Moyen | 07 Aug, 2017 | 18 Jan, 2026 | +0.51s | -0.43% | |||
| 1:31.9 | Winton Motor Raceway (National Circuit CW) | Lourd | 08 Jul, 2021 | 12 Dec, 2024 | +0.87s | -0.91% | |||
| 1:15.2 | Pocono Raceway (South East option 1 CCW) | Lourd | 08 Aug, 2022 | 15 Aug, 2022 | +0.88s | -1.12% | |||
| 34.2 | Shelsley Walsh Speed Hill Climb | Lourd | 19 Aug, 2012 | 16 May, 2026 | +0.42s | -1.20% | |||
| 1:24.4 | Sandown International Motor Raceway | Lourd | 10 Apr, 2021 | 05 Mar, 2022 | +1.15s | -1.34% | |||
| 1:11.0 | Circuit d'Issoire (Grand Circuit) | Moyen | 23 Mar, 2016 | 14 Jun, 2026 | +1.07s | -1.46% | |||
| 1:32.9 | Atlanta Motorsports Park (CCW) | Lumière | 15 Aug, 2025 | 24 Aug, 2025 | +1.49s | -1.57% | |||
| 1:09.3 | Nashville Superspeedway | Lumière | 08 Jun, 2025 | 31 Jul, 2025 | +1.13s | -1.61% | |||
| 1:39.0 | Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (Club Circuit) | Moyen | 05 Sep, 2017 | 18 Jan, 2026 | +1.81s | -1.77% | |||
| 46.6 | Llandow Circuit | Lumière | 12 May, 2018 | 20 Jan, 2026 | +0.86s | -1.86% | |||
| 1:03.2 | Cd Sport - Circuit De Folembray | Moyen | 06 Nov, 2022 | 19 Aug, 2024 | +1.21s | -1.87% | |||
| 1:14.0 | New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Lightning) | Lourd | 07 Oct, 2023 | 17 Jul, 2024 | +2.04s | -2.67% | |||
| 1:38.9 | Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) | Lourd | 26 May, 2022 | 29 Jul, 2023 | +3.24s | -3.11% | |||
| 1:29.4 | Goodwood Circuit | Moyen | 26 Jun, 2021 | 20 Jan, 2026 | +2.84s | -3.13% | |||
| 1:23.3 | Florida International Rally & Motorsport Park-FIRM (Main Course CW) | Moyen | 30 Apr, 2025 | 10 May, 2025 | +2.94s | -3.48% | |||
| 1:03.2 | Tor Łódź | Moyen | 14 Aug, 2024 | 25 Mar, 2026 | +2.26s | -3.58% | |||
| 1:27.5 | Sandown International Motor Raceway | Lumière | 15 Sep, 2023 | 20 Jul, 2024 | +3.18s | -3.61% | |||
| 1:23.6 | Motorsport Ranch-MSR Cresson (1.7 CCW) | Moyen | 03 Feb, 2016 | 05 Aug, 2021 | +3.11s | -3.66% | |||
| 1:07.7 | Vaison Piste | Moyen | 05 Jan, 2023 | 11 Aug, 2024 | +2.56s | -3.69% | |||
| 1:27.3 | Old Bridge Township Raceway Park | Moyen | 28 Mar, 2022 | 07 Feb, 2026 | +3.46s | -3.90% | |||
| 1:27.5 | Willow Springs Raceway (Streets) | Moyen | 26 Nov, 2023 | 07 Dec, 2023 | +3.41s | -3.91% | |||
| 1:23.4 | Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours (CW) | Moyen | 22 Apr, 2018 | 29 Nov, 2021 | +3.36s | -3.98% | |||
| 2:04.4 | Pittsburgh International Race Complex - PittRace (Full Course) | Moyen | 20 May, 2023 | 31 Jan, 2024 | +5.11s | -4.10% | |||
| 1:58.6 | TT Circuit Assen | Lourd | 20 Mar, 2018 | 24 Oct, 2021 | +5s | -4.14% | |||
| 1:26.6 | CIRCUIT DE CLASTRES (CW) | Moyen | 12 Oct, 2022 | 02 Sep, 2024 | +3.78s | -4.32% | |||
| 1:54.1 | Sonoma Raceway (Long) | Lumière | 10 Mar, 2024 | 19 Mar, 2024 | +5.18s | -4.50% | |||
| 2:29.4 | Silverstone (GP) | Moyen | 17 Dec, 2010 | 10 Nov, 2021 | +6.92s | -4.55% | |||
| 1:56.5 | Ridge Motorsports Park (Pre 2021) | Moyen | 14 Jul, 2014 | 14 Jul, 2021 | +5.45s | -4.57% | |||
| 1:56.3 | Sonoma Raceway (Full) | Moyen | 13 Mar, 2024 | 29 Mar, 2024 | +5.48s | -4.64% | |||
| 2:05.4 | Circuit des Ecuyers | Moyen | 25 Oct, 2022 | 31 Aug, 2024 | +5.96s | -4.68% | |||
| 1:32.5 | New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Thunderbolt) | Lourd | 22 Mar, 2023 | 31 Jan, 2024 | +4.73s | -4.95% | |||
| 1:04.4 Nouveau | Lime Rock Park (CW) | Moyen | 29 Apr, 2026 | 30 Apr, 2026 | — | ||||
| 1:25.5 Nouveau | Circuit d'Abbeville | Stock | 16 May, 2026 | 16 May, 2026 | +4.45s | -5.14% | |||
| 1:26.9 | Circuit Mas du Clos | Moyen | 11 Apr, 2023 | 09 Feb, 2026 | +4.54s | -5.15% | |||
| 1:12.5 | Talladega Gran Prix Raceway | Moyen | 27 Mar, 2011 | 15 May, 2026 | +3.73s | -5.15% | |||
| 2:12.7 | Watkins Glen International (Full Circuit w/ Loop) | Lourd | 18 Oct, 2022 | 31 Jan, 2024 | +7.09s | -5.17% | |||
| 1:59.7 | Le Mans (Bugatti) | Lourd | 19 Aug, 2014 | 25 May, 2022 | +6.31s | -5.26% | |||
| 1:27.1 | Motorsport Ranch-MSR Cresson (1.7 CW) | Moyen | 15 Dec, 2014 | 05 Aug, 2021 | +4.69s | -5.32% | |||
| 1:53.0 | Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit | Lourd | 15 Nov, 2020 | 05 Mar, 2022 | +6.18s | -5.37% | |||
| 2:21.5 | Spring Mountain Motor Resort (Charleston Peak North 2.8 Mile) | Moyen | 02 Oct, 2023 | 13 Jan, 2026 | +7.78s | -5.40% | |||
| 1:52.6 | Heartland Motorsports Park (Grand Prix CCW w/fast 8) | Lourd | 16 Oct, 2009 | 13 Jul, 2021 | +6.39s | -5.42% | |||
| 1:29.6 | Portland International Raceway - PIR (w/ Chicane) | Moyen | 06 Oct, 2013 | 14 Jul, 2021 | +4.92s | -5.42% | |||
| 1:02.4 | La Junta Raceway (CW) | Lumière | 08 Jul, 2017 | 09 Jan, 2026 | +3.33s | -5.45% | |||
| 2:05.9 | Chuckwalla Valley Raceway (CW) | Moyen | 08 Apr, 2025 | 08 Oct, 2025 | +7.1s | -5.55% | |||
| 1:58.9 | Ridge Motorsports Park (Pre 2021) | Lumière | 08 Jun, 2014 | 03 Dec, 2022 | +6.86s | -5.68% | |||
| 1:05.8 | Lakeside Park | Lourd | 29 Apr, 2019 | 28 Jan, 2026 | — | ||||
| 2:39.4 | Tazio Nuvolari Circuit (5260) | Moyen | 05 Mar, 2025 | 27 Apr, 2025 | +12s | -7.44% | |||
| 2:31.9 | Suzuka Circuit | Stock | 27 Jul, 2022 | 19 Jan, 2026 | +11.66s | -7.56% | |||
| 2:04.0 | Heartland Motorsports Park (Grand Prix slow 8) | Lumière | 14 Oct, 2022 | 20 Jul, 2023 | — | ||||
| 1:30.6 | Euroring | Course | 14 Oct, 2024 | 23 Oct, 2024 | — | ||||
| 2:11.9 | Circuito de Navarra (Full CW) | Moyen | 07 May, 2024 | 23 Jan, 2026 | +11.78s | -8.91% | |||
| 1:01.6 | Brands Hatch Circuit (Indy Circuit CW) | Lourd | 25 Dec, 2019 | 20 Jan, 2026 | +5.61s | -9.53% | |||
| 1:50.4 | Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) | Moyen | 18 Feb, 2018 | 14 Jan, 2026 | +11.54s | -10.24% | |||
| 8:40.0 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Course | 30 Aug, 2015 | 01 Feb, 2026 | +1:08.87s | -12.62% | |||
| 1:33.6 | Lurcy-Levis circuit | Moyen | 17 Jul, 2021 | 28 Feb, 2026 | — | ||||
| 50.1 Nouveau | North Weald Airfield | Lourd | 16 May, 2026 | 16 May, 2026 | — | ||||
| 56.0 Nouveau | North Weald Airfield | Lumière | 19 May, 2026 | 19 May, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 43.2 Nouveau | Lime Rock Park (FCP Euro Proving Grounds) | Moyen | 29 May, 2026 | 07 Jun, 2026 | — | — |
Elise Series 2 les plus modifiées
| Année | Nom du Pilote | Mod | Puissance | Pneu | Taille du pneu | Vs Préd. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 (w/R7) | Lotus Lam | Heavy | 320 | 40 R7 | 205/45/16 / 245/40/17 | -14.76s |
| 2005 (w/AD07) | Marc Pell | Light | — | 180 AD07 | 195/50/16 / 225/45/17 | -14.31s |
| 2005 (w/NankangC) | blackmkiv | Race | — | 200 Nankang CR-S (CR-2) | 195/50/16 / 225/45/17 | -9.43s |
| 2005 | Jake Guzman | Heavy | — | 40 A7 | — | -8.17s |
| 2005 | Jeff Simpson | Heavy | — | 100 R888R | — | -7.73s |
| 2005 | Ju Pgst | Heavy | 288 | 40 ADVAN A055 | 205/50/15 / 245/40/17 | -6.4s |
| 2005 (Blackmkiv/ K24) | blackmkiv | Heavy | 250 | 40 Ventus F200 | 195/50/16 / 225/45/17 | -6.16s |
| 2005 | ThatguyLFS | Medium | 120 | 200 Potenza RE-71RS | 215/45/16 / 245/40/17 | -6.06s |
| 2005 (w/R888R) | Alessandro Brusciani | Heavy | 240 | 100 R888R | 195/50/16 / 225/45/17 | -5.82s |
| 2008 | mudslide13 | Stock | — | 200 Ventus RS4 | — | -5.13s |