2005 Lotus Elise 1117A

Transmission Details: 5 Speed Manual

2004 Lotus Elise - Pure Driving Thrill If you're after a true driver's car, this is it. Lightweight, raw and incredibly rewarding to drive.

The ultimate drivers car. Weighs as much as a 4 slice toaster and is powered by the infamous Toyota 2ZZ dual power band engine to give you an unparalleled power to weight ratio. Strap yourself in, hit the gas, it just doesn t get much better than this. Do it, you know you want to !

The Lotus Elise delivers one of the purest sports car experiences you'll ever find.

This isn't just a car, it's an event every time you drive it. Whether it's carving through back roads or taking it to a track, the Lotus delivers a grin every single time.

Features of the Series 2 (117A) Elise: Chassis & Body: The car is built around a bonded extruded aluminum chassis, which is both extremely rigid and lightweight. The body is made of fiberglass, keeping the overall weight very low.

Engine & Performance: The 117A designation is commonly associated with the 2005-2006 features a 1.8L Toyota 2ZZ-GE engine, which produces roughly 189 hp to 190 hp. This engine includes Yamaha-designed heads with variable valve timing and lift (VVTL-i).

Performance Metrics: The car can achieve 0-60 mph in roughly 4.9 seconds. It has a top speed of which is limited to 150 mph.

Transmission: A 6-speed manual transmission (Toyota C64) was standard.

Driving Experience: The Elise is celebrated for its unassisted rack-and-pinion steering, providing intense, direct feedback. It is famously lightweight, with some models weighing around 750 860 kg (roughly 1,650 1,900 lbs) depending on specifications.

Exterior: Features and options include a soft top (standard), hard top (optional),

Interior: The interior is minimalist and focused on driving, featuring lightweight sports seats. The Lotus Elise 117A is considered a high point in the Elise's development, combining the lightweight chassis of the original with the much more powerful and reliable Toyota powertrain.

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