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2015 Lotus Elise

New from

$74,990 excl. on-roads

Review Rating

Not Available

Safety Rating

Not Available

Warranty

3 year, unlimited km

Fuel Efficiency

6.3 - 7.5 L / 100km

About the Lotus Elise

Last updated Sep 27, 2025

The new Lotus Elise is a sports car offered in both 2D Convertible and 2D Coupe body styles. Available in Australia from $74,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $119,990 for the CUP.

There are 5 variants of the Elise available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2010.

Engine options include 1.8L supercharger multi-point injection (162kW/250Nm) and 1.6L multi-point injection (100kW/160Nm). All variants feature 6-speed manual transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

The new 2015 Elise is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

See Lotus Elise models from other years

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Power to Weight

114.16 - 179.2 kW/t

70.74 kW/t

245.45 kW/t

Boot Space

112 litres

110 litres

455 litres

Fuel Efficiency

6.3 - 7.5 L/100km

4.4 L/100km

13.1 L/100km

Vehicle Range

533 - 635 km

396 km

1,404 km

Price

$74,990 - $119,990

$23,990

$499,000

Warranty (Years)

3 years

2 years

7 years

Warranty (Distance)

Unlimited

100,000 km

Unlimited

Service Interval

12 months

6 months

12 months

Towing & Off-Road Capability

Gross Vehicle Weight

1,141 - 1,174 kg

1,141 kg

2,585 kg

Ground Clearance Unladen

130 mm

105 mm

150 mm

2015 Lotus Elise Price

Base

Configuration	Price From*
1.6L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$74,990

Club Racer

Configuration	Price From*
1.6L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$74,990

S

Configuration	Price From*
1.8L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$84,990

S Club Racer

Configuration	Price From*
1.8L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	$84,990

Cup

Configuration	Price From*
1.8L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD	$119,990

*excl. on-roads

All Lotus Elise Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2021	$97,990	$109,990
2020	$87,990	$107,990
2019	$87,990	$107,990
2018	$87,990	$107,990
2017	$74,990	$104,990

*excl. on-roads

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2015 Lotus Elise Specs

See our comprehensive details for the Lotus Elise

Base

Audio
- Connection External Aux Jack Front
- Connection External Usb Front
- Number Of Speakers: 4
- Speaker Brand Name: Alpine
- System Brand Name: Alpine
- System Cd Player Reads Mp3
- System In-dash Cd
- System Radio Type: Am/fm
- Upgraded Speakers
Body exterior
- Body Type: Convertible
- Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
- Local Body Type: Roadster
- Local Number Of Doors: 2
- Number Of Doors: 2
- Platform Code: Lotus
- Wheelbase Type: Short
Brakes
- Number Of Disc Brakes: 4
- Number Of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Bumpers
- Front Location: Front
- Rear Location: Rear
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 114.16
Convenience
- Power Outlet Front Location (12v): Front
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Measurement Standard: Sae
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 112
- Front Track (mm): 1457
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 130
- Overall Height (mm): 1117
- Overall Length (mm): 3824
- Overall Width (mm): 1719
- Rear Track (mm): 1507
- Wheelbase (mm): 2300
Doors
- Driver Door Location: Driver
- Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Passenger Door Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Engine
- Australia Air Pollution Rating: 7.5
- Australia Greenhouse Rating: 7.5
- Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.5
- Bore Engine: 80.5
- Co2 Level (combined): 149
- Emission Control Level Standard Met: Eu5
- Engine (l): 1.6
- Engine (cc): 1598
- Engine Code: 1zr
- Engine Configuration: In-line
- Number Of Cylinders: 4
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 4
- Stroke Engine: 78.5
- Vavle Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Multi-point Injection
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 40
- Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 95
- Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
- Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
- Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Interior trim
- Floor Mats Material: Textile
- Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Alloy
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Leather
- Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Leather
- Luxury Trim On Handbrake Grip: Leather
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Suede
- Upholstery Color: Black
Lights
- Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Halogen
- Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
- Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
- Led Brake Lights Location: Brake Lights
- Led Lights Daytime Running Location: Day Time Running Lights
- Rear Led Lights Location: Rear Lights
Locks
- Power Locks Operation: Remote
Paint
- External Color: Red
- Type: Gloss
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 635
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 6.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 15.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.0
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 20.0
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 8.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 12.0
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 6.3
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 6.5
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 204
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 127
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 136
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 100
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 160
- Power Measurement Standard: Din
- Power Primary Or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6800
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4400
Roof
- Convertible Roof Hard Colour: Black
- Convertible Roof Hard Glass Rear Window
- Convertible Roof Hard Operation: Removable
- Convertible Roof Hard Type: Hard
- Convertible Roof Rollover Protection Type: Fixed Hoop
- Convertible Roof Soft Operation: Manual
- Convertible Roof Soft Top Rear Glass Window
- Convertible Roof Soft Type: Soft
Safety
- Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
- Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
- Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Number Of Airbags: 2
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Location: Driver
- Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Type: Racing
- Passenger Front Seat Location: Passenger
- Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Type: Racing
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
- Seating Capacity: 2
- Seating Configuration: 2+0
Service
- Intermediate Service Distance (km): 15000
- Intermediate Service Period (months): 12
Steering
- Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Storage
- Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Suspension
- Suspension Front Location: Front
- Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Front Type: Wishbone
- Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
- Suspension Rear Location: Rear
- Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Rear Type: Wishbone
- Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Transmission
- Drive Driven Wheels: Rear
- Transmission Code: Ec60
- Transmission Description: Manual
- Transmission Number Of Speeds: 6
- Transmission Shift Lever Location: Floor
- Transmission Type: Manual
Ventilation
- Air Conditioning Type: Manual
Visibility
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Driver
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
- Front Electric Windows: Front
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
- Rear View Window Type: Fixed
Warranty
- Anti-corrosion Distance (km): Unlimited
- Anti-corrosion Duration (months): 96
- Oem Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Oem Powertrain Duration (months): 36
- Roadside Assistance Distance (km): Unlimited
- Roadside Assistance Duration (months): 36
- Total Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Powertrain Duration (months): 36
- Total Whole Vehicle Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Whole Vehicle Duration (months): 36
- Whole Vehicle Oem Distance (km): Unlimited
- Whole Vehicle Oem Duration (months): 36
Weights
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1141
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 876
Wheels
- Front Wheels Location: Front
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 16
- Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 5.5
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 80
- Front Wheels Tire Location: Front
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
- Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
- Rear Wheels Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Rear Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 90
- Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
- Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225

Club Racer

Adds to Base:

Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 117.37
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Suspension
- Alternate Suspension Type: Sport
Weights
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 852

Removes from Base:

Audio
- Connection External Aux Jack Front
- Connection External Usb Front
- Speaker Brand Name: Alpine
- System Brand Name: Alpine
- System Cd Player Reads Mp3
- System In-dash Cd
- System Radio Type: Am/fm
Body exterior
- Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 114.16
Roof
- Convertible Roof Soft Operation: Manual
- Convertible Roof Soft Top Rear Glass Window
- Convertible Roof Soft Type: Soft
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
Weights
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1141
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 876

Adds to Club Racer:

Audio
- Connection External Aux Jack Front
- Connection External Usb Front
- System Cd Player Reads Mp3
- System In-dash Cd
- System Radio Type: Am/fm
Body exterior
- Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
- Trunk/hatch Spoiler Location: Boot/hatch
Bumpers
- Front Colour: Painted
- Rear Colour: Painted
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 175.32
Convenience
- Smart Card/smart Key Type: Manual
Engine
- Australia Greenhouse Rating: 8.0
- Bore Engine: 82.0
- Co2 Level (combined): 175
- Compressor: Supercharger
- Engine (l): 1.8
- Engine (cc): 1797
- Engine Code: 2zr-fe
- Stroke Engine: 88.3
- Variable Valve Timing Camshaft
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 533
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 7.5
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 13.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 16.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 10.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 9.7
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 7.5
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 4.6
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 234
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 145
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 220
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 162
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 250
- Power Measurement Standard: Eec
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4600
Roof
- Convertible Roof Soft Operation: Manual
- Convertible Roof Soft Top Rear Glass Window
- Convertible Roof Soft Type: Soft
Safety
- Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
Transmission
- Electronic Traction Control Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Weights
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 924

Removes from Club Racer:

Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 117.37
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Measurement Standard: Sae
Engine
- Australia Greenhouse Rating: 7.5
- Bore Engine: 80.5
- Co2 Level (combined): 149
- Engine (l): 1.6
- Engine (cc): 1598
- Engine Code: 1zr
- Stroke Engine: 78.5
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Handbrake Grip: Leather
Lights
- Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Halogen
- Led Brake Lights Location: Brake Lights
- Rear Led Lights Location: Rear Lights
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 635
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 6.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 15.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.0
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 20.0
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 8.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 12.0
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 6.3
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 6.5
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 204
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 127
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 136
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 100
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 160
- Power Measurement Standard: Din
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4400
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Service
- Intermediate Service Distance (km): 15000
- Intermediate Service Period (months): 12
Suspension
- Alternate Suspension Type: Sport
Warranty
- Oem Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Oem Powertrain Duration (months): 36
- Whole Vehicle Oem Distance (km): Unlimited
- Whole Vehicle Oem Duration (months): 36
Weights
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 852

S Club Racer

Adds to S:

Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 179.2
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Weights
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 904

Removes from S:

Audio
- Upgraded Speakers
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 175.32
Interior trim
- Floor Mats Material: Textile
Roof
- Convertible Roof Soft Operation: Manual
- Convertible Roof Soft Top Rear Glass Window
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
Storage
- Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Weights
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 924

Cup

Adds to S Club Racer:

Audio
- Speaker Brand Name: Alpine
- System Brand Name: Alpine
Body exterior
- Body Type: Coupe
- Local Body Type: Coupe
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 175.32
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Measurement Standard: Sae
Engine
- Bore Engine: 80.5
- Engine (cc): 1798
- Engine Code: 2zr
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Alloy
- Luxury Trim On Handbrake Grip: Leather
Lights
- Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Halogen
- Rear Led Lights Location: Rear Lights
Locks
- Power Locks Operation: Key
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 6.1
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 16.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 9.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 10.1
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Service
- Intermediate Service Distance (km): 15000
- Intermediate Service Period (months): 12
Warranty
- Oem Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Oem Powertrain Duration (months): 36
- Whole Vehicle Oem Distance (km): Unlimited
- Whole Vehicle Oem Duration (months): 36
Weights
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1174
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 924
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 6.0
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 8.0

Removes from S Club Racer:

Audio
- Connection External Aux Jack Front
- Connection External Usb Front
Body exterior
- Body Type: Convertible
- Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
- Local Body Type: Roadster
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 179.2
Convenience
- Smart Card/smart Key Type: Manual
Engine
- Bore Engine: 82.0
- Engine (cc): 1797
- Engine Code: 2zr-fe
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Leather
- Upholstery Color: Black
Locks
- Power Locks Operation: Remote
Paint
- External Color: Red
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 16.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 10.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 9.7
Roof
- Convertible Roof Hard Colour: Black
- Convertible Roof Hard Glass Rear Window
- Convertible Roof Hard Operation: Removable
- Convertible Roof Hard Type: Hard
- Convertible Roof Rollover Protection Type: Fixed Hoop
- Convertible Roof Soft Type: Soft
Safety
- Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable
Ventilation
- Air Conditioning Type: Manual
Weights
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 904
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 5.5
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5

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2015 Lotus Elise Dimensions

1117mm

1719mm

3824mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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2015 Lotus Elise Fuel Economy

There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Lotus Elise

The most fuel efficient Lotus Elise is the Base with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.6L Multi-Point Injection and uses 6.3L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

Lotus Elise	Fuel Type	Combined
1.6L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD	Premium Unleaded	6.3 L/100km

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Cost of ownership

What are the running and servicing costs of a Lotus Elise?

You should service your Elise at your authorised Lotus dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the Elise's warranty.

2015 Lotus Elise Warranty

What is the warranty on a Lotus Elise?

The Lotus Elise offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.