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2008 Lotus Elise Auto Cars Plus Infor

The 2008 Elise is a 2-door, 2-passenger convertible sports car, available in two trims, the Convertible and the Convertible SC.

Upon introduction, the Convertible is equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 189-horsepower engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 23-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. The Convertible SC is equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 218-horsepower, supercharged engine that achieves 20-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard.
The 2008 Convertible is a carryover from 2007. The Convertible SC is all-new for 2008.

2008 Lotus Elise Professional Reviews:

edmunds has reviewed the 2008 Lotus Elise and given out” Pros: Laser scalpel handling, supercar performance without the supercar price, telepathic steering, low volume ensures rarity, relatively good fuel economy. Cons: Spartan interior with little space, difficult entry and exit, peaky power delivery, rough ride quality, limited dealer network.”

cars has reviewed the 2008 Lotus Elise and given out” LED taillamps are standard, and the air conditioning system can be deleted to save weight. Traction control and a limited-slip differential are optional. Lotus also builds the Exige S coupe, which shares platforms with the Elise.”

ForbesAutos has reviewed the 2008 Lotus Elise and given out” The truly tiny Lotus Elise roadster is a quick and nimble sports car that can outrun many costlier competitors. A 190-horsepower 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine is standard, with a 220-horsepower supercharged version also available; the latter allows this lightweight car to reach 60 miles per hour in just 4.4 seconds.”

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