2010
Lotus Elise

Starts at:

$47,250

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Available trims

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2dr Conv

Starts at

$47,250

21 City / 27 Hwy

MPG

2

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Rear Wheel Drive

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2dr Conv SC

Starts at

$54,990

20 City / 26 Hwy

MPG

2

Seat capacity

Supercharged Gas I4

Engine

Rear Wheel Drive

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Notable features

Lotus-tuned 189-hp four-cylinder

Available supercharged Elise SC

Six-speed manual

Removable hardtop available

New Performance Value Package

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Handling

Racing heritage

Performance

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Cargo room

Sparse cabin

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Factory warranties

Basic

3 years / 36,000 miles

Corrosion

8 years

Powertrain

2 years

Most recent

By True lotus fan from WH, FL

Owns this car

July 8, 2014

Don't listen to narrow minded reviews

Those saying they paid $70,000 are lying or guilble. Fully loaded and brand new doesn't even come close. This car is NOT a daily driver. It's not comfortable. It's not full of features. Why? Because this isn't a fufu car. It's a car that has rivaled and set a standard that many other cars including the corvette, henessey veron

and others use in part of their designs. It has proven itself that many others have copied and or followed. This car isn't for bell and whistles. It isn't for top speed. It's a master of a track day. It's super fast if you learn how to drive it. Power comes in around 6500 rpms. Excellent mpg, light, handles curves like NO other. Those who are shallow minded have exactly that in reviews. Look at any reputable testing of this car and you will never find a bad review unless it's from people on here who gave it low ratings.

Purchased a Used car
Used for Having fun
Does recommend this car

Comfort 3.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By WeekendRacer

Owns this car

October 31, 2013

Truely different than all others

I have owned 2 Lotus Elises (06 Elise and an 08 Elise SC). I have also owned an 05 Corvette and several other sports cars and muscle cars. I've also had seat time in several German performance cars such as 911s and an M5. I am very much a sports car enthusiast, but I should point out that my main interest has always been with

American muscle cars. I use these cars as both daily drivers and track day cars. While I still love Corvettes, Mustangs, Camaros, and anything else with a big V8, I can honestly say that my favorite car is now the Lotus Elise. While it's completely different in just about every way, it gives me every bit as much enjoyment as those other sports cars plus some. Before, I thought a great sports car was something with ridiculous power and the ability to pull big G-forces in the curves. That might get you your best lap time in some cases, but it's not the most fun way to get around a road course or your daily commute! Once you have driven an Elise, everything else feels like a blunt instrument. My 2nd favorite car is the Corvette, but even it feels bloated and numb to me. The 911 can't hold a candle to an Elise in terms of feel and nimbleness either, and it's maintenance costs are somewhat ridiculous. If you want a daily driver with decent trunk space, a comfortable ride, and the ability to perform well at track days or the drag strip, try a C6 or C7 Corvette. If you are a exceptionally large, old, or need tons of creature comforts, stay away from Lotus. However, if you want to go fast (almost as fast as a Corvette or 911 in most cases) and feel completely in tune with the machine that you are driving then the ONLY choice is a Lotus. I know there is nothing below $80k that will put as big of a smile on your face, and I doubt that even an unlimited budget would buy you as much pure fun. This car will show you new levels of control and communication, and it will make you a better driver.

Purchased a Used car
Used for Transporting family
Does recommend this car

Comfort 2.0

Interior 4.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 4.0

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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2010 Lotus Elise?

The 2010 Lotus Elise is available in 2 trim levels:

(1 style)
SC (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2010 Lotus Elise?

The 2010 Lotus Elise offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2010 Lotus Elise reliable?

The 2010 Lotus Elise has an average reliability rating of 3.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2010 Lotus Elise owners.

Is the 2010 Lotus Elise a good Convertible?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2010 Lotus Elise. 71.4% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

3.7 / 5

Based on 14 reviews

Comfort: 2.4
Interior: 3.2
Performance: 4.0
Value: 3.3
Exterior: 4.2
Reliability: 3.8

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