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2009 Lotus Elise

2009 Lotus Elise Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$47,250 - $54,990

Original MSRP:
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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2009 Lotus Elise Review

Research the all new 2009 Lotus Elise to make an informed buying decision. View 2009 Lotus Elise retail pricing, rebates & incentives, features , and more. Whether you're in the market to buy a new 2009 Lotus Elise and want a quote from a local Lotus dealer, or you're just researching this car, we have all the information that you need, including rebates, incentives, features, technical specifications, safety features and more..

Warranty Information
Basic: 3 Years/36,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 09V179000
Mfg's Report Date MAY 22, 2009
Component WHEELS:CAP/COVER/HUB
Number of Units Affected 27
Summary LOTUS IS RECALLING 27 MODEL YEAR 2009 ELISE AND EXIGE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 14 THROUGH MAY 5, 2009. THE REAR HUB FLANGE BOLTS ON SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY BE UNDER-TORQUED AND MAY BECOME LOOSE. IF THAT OCCURS, AN INSECURE HUB COULD LEAD TO DEGREDATION IN VEHICLE HANDLING, AND A RUBBING NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE.
Consequence IF THE PROBLEM IS NOT ADDRESSED PROMPTLY, THE DRIVER COULD LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy LOTUS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY/JUNE 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LOTUS TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-245-6887.
Notes OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

2009 Lotus Elise Models & Prices

2009 Lotus Elise BASE
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Conv $47,250 N/A $770 / Month*
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2009 Lotus Elise SC
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Conv SC $54,990 N/A $896 / Month*
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2009 Lotus Elise Features and Standard Equipment

EXTERIOR Features
BASE SC
16" x 5.5" 8-spoke cast alloy front wheels w/silver finish •  
16" x 6" 10-spoke cast alloy front wheels w/silver finish   •
17" x 7.5" 8-spoke cast alloy rear wheels w/silver finish •  
17" x 8" 10-spoke cast alloy rear wheels w/silver finish   •
Aerodynamic rear diffuser • •
Black cloth removable soft top w/storage bag • •
Composite fiberglass body • •
Dual body color manual mirrors • •
Front mud guards • •
High intensity projection beam headlights • •
Intermittent windshield wiper • •
LED taillights • •
P175/50R16 Yokohama Advan Neova AD07 LTS performance front tires • •
P225/45R17 Yokohama Advan Neova AD07 LTS performance rear tires • •
Rear spoiler • •
Tinted glass • •
INTERIOR Features
BASE SC
Air conditioning • •
Anti-theft system w/immobilizer & alarm • •
Black cloth seat trim w/ProBax anatomical padding • •
Carpet foot mats • •
Dual black leather sun visors • •
Engine start button • •
Front bucket seats w/manual recline & integral headrests • •
Instrumentation -inc: high definition LCD message panel, customizable display options, progressive shift lights, tachometer • •
Leather-wrapped Momo steering wheel • •
Polished aluminum shift knob & handbrake sleeve • •
Pwr central locking • •
Remote keyless entry system w/multi-function remote • •
MECHANICAL Features
BASE SC
1.8L DOHC MPFI 16-valve VVTL-i mid-mounted I4 engine •  
1.8L DOHC MPFI 16-valve VVTL-i supercharged mid-mounted I4 engine   •
6-speed close ratio manual transmission w/OD • •
Central twin exhaust •  
Eibach coaxial coil springs, Bilstein gas shock absorbers • •
Front AP Racing/rear Brembo pwr vented cross-drilled disc brakes • •
Front stabilizer bar • •
Independent front/rear suspension w/unequal length wishbones • •
Lightweight aluminum chassis • •
Manual steering • •
Rear wheel drive • •
SAFETY Features
BASE SC
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) • •
Daytime running lights • •
Driver & passenger airbags • •
Front outboard 3-point seatbelts • •
Side guard door beams • •
Tire pressure monitor • •
ENTERTAINMENT Features
BASE SC
Alpine AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player, (4) speakers • •

2009 Lotus Elise Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
BASE SC
BODY-COLORED INSULATED HARD TOP (in addition to soft top) • •
LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL (REQ: Lotus traction control system) • •
LOTUS TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM • •
SPORT PKG -inc: 16" x 6" front & 17" x 7.5" rear 7-spoke lightweight forged silver alloy wheels, P175/55R16 front & P225/45R17 rear Yokohama Advan Neova AD07 LTS performance tires, sport tuned suspension, Lotus traction control system, twin oil coolers, cloth sport seats w/Probax anatomical padding, 20lb curb weight reduction *Seats will be black leather if ordered with Touring pkg* • •
STARSHIELD -inc: transparent body protection film applied to front end, rocker panels, rear lower panels & exterior mirrors (PIO) • •
TOURING PKG -inc: full leather seat & door trim, full carpet set, upgraded stereo system w/iPod connector, thermal & sound insulated soft top, storage net, additional interior sound insulation, leather handbrake gaiter, leather-trimmed center console, aluminum cup holder, aluminum tray divider • •
PAINT Options
BASE SC
ARCTIC SILVER • •
ARDENT RED • •
ASPEN WHITE • •
BRITISH RACING GREEN • •
BURNT ORANGE • •
CANDY RED • •
CANYON RED • •
CHROME ORANGE • •
CUSTOM COLOR • •
GRAPHITE GRAY • •
ICE WHITE • •
ISOTOPE GREEN • •
LASER BLUE • •
LIQUID BLUE • •
MOONSTONE SILVER • •
PERSIAN BLUE • •
PHANTOM BLACK • •
PRISM GREEN • •
SOLAR YELLOW • •
STARLIGHT BLACK • •
STORM TITANIUM • •
PAINT SCHEME Options
BASE SC
CUSTOM PAINT • •
EXCLUSIVE PAINT • •
LIFESTYLE PAINT • •
LIMITED PAINT • •
METALLIC PAINT • •
SOLID PAINT (STD) • •

2009 Lotus Elise Technical Specifications

Brakes
BASE SC
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) - TBD - - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) - TBD - - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
BASE SC
Trunk Volume (ft) - TBD - - TBD -
Engine
BASE SC
Displacement 1.8L/110 1.8L/110
Engine Type Gas I4 Supercharged Gas I4
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 189 @ 7800 218 @ 8000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 133 @ 6800 156 @ 5000
Exterior Dimensions
BASE SC
Height, Overall (in) 44.0 44.0
Length, Overall (in) 149.0 149.0
Min Ground Clearance (in) 5.3 5.3
Wheelbase (in) 90.5 90.5
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 72.8 72.8
Fuel Tank
BASE SC
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 10.6 10.6
Steering
BASE SC
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) - TBD - - TBD -
Steering Type Manual Manual
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 32.8 32.8
Suspension
BASE SC
Suspension Type - Front Independent Independent
Suspension Type - Rear Independent Independent
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs
Tires
BASE SC
Front Tire Size P175/50R16 P175/50R16
Rear Tire Size P225/45R17 P225/45R17
Transmission
BASE SC
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Manual w/OD Manual w/OD
Trans Type 6 6
Vehicle
BASE SC
Front Head Room (in) - TBD - - TBD -
Front Leg Room (in) - TBD - - TBD -
Front Shoulder Room (in) - TBD - - TBD -
Passenger Capacity 2 2
Passenger Volume (ft) - TBD - - TBD -
Weight Information
BASE SC
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 1964 1986

2009 Lotus Elise Safety Features

Safety Features
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Daytime running lights
Side guard door beams
Driver & passenger airbags
Front outboard 3-point seatbelts
Tire pressure monitor
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS N/A