Our Review 2006 Lotus Elise
Introduction
The 2006 Elise is manufactured in UNITED KINGDOM for Lotus. It is Lotus's entry into the CONVERTIBLE 2-DR market. It has a retail price of $42,990 USD in 2006.
Fuel Economy
The engine powering the Elise gets 24 miles/gallon city and 29 miles/gallon highway off a 10.60 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the Elise are also available.
Pricing
The Elise retails for $42,990 USD with a invoice price of USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $925 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The Elise comes standard with a 6-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Elise Dimensions
In 2006 the Elise has an overall length of 149.00 inches and a width of 67.70 inches. It sits a total of 44.00 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 5.00 inches. Front headroom is 36.50 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Elise a turning radius of 32.80 inches. It uses 175/55R16 tires with a wheelbase of 90.50 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Limited Slip Differential, Traction Control, Leather Seat, Power Windows.
Exterior color choices include Arctic Silver Metallic, Ardent Red, Aspen White Metallic, Aubergine Purple Metallic, Autumn Gold Metallic, British Racing Green, Canyon Red Metallic, Chilli Red Metallic, Chrome Orange Metallic, Graphite Gray Metallic, Krypton Green Metallic, Laser Blue Metallic, Lotus Racing Green Metallic, Magnetic Blue Metallic, Nightfall Blue Metallic, Phantom Black Metallic, Polar Blue Metallic, Solar Yellow Metallic, Starlight Black Metallic, Storm Titanium Metallic with interior choices of Biscuit Leather Interior, Black Cloth Interior, Black Leather Interior, Magnolia Leather Interior, Red Leather Interior. The Elise seats 2 people with 42.50 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also has a 36 month/36,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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