Chevrolet Corvette vs Lotus Elise
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Lotus Elise
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet CorvetteStingray | Lotus EliseBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Stingray | Base |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet CorvetteStingray | Lotus EliseBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $71,000 | $51,845 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet CorvetteStingray | Lotus EliseBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 27 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 11.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet CorvetteStingray | Lotus EliseBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 535 hp (best) | 189 hp |
| Torque | 520 lb-ft (best) | 133 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 6.7 L (best) | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet CorvetteStingray | Lotus EliseBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 12.6 cu ft (best) | 4 cu ft |
| Curb weight | — | 2,010 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 107.2 in (best) | 90.5 in |
| Length | 182.3 in (best) | 149 in |
| Width | 76.1 in (best) | 67.7 in |
| Height | 48.6 in (best) | 44 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet CorvetteStingray | Lotus EliseBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Corvette | Lotus Elise |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stingray $71,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $51,845 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Stingray $78,000 MSRP | SC $54,990 MSRP |
| 3 | Stingray $78,100 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Stingray $82,750 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Stingray $85,100 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Stingray $89,750 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Grand Sport $86,000 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Grand Sport $93,000 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Grand Sport $93,100 MSRP | — |
| 10 | Grand Sport $97,750 MSRP | — |
| 11 | Grand Sport $100,100 MSRP | — |
| 12 | Grand Sport $104,750 MSRP | — |
| 13 | Z06 $118,900 MSRP | — |
| 14 | Z06 $125,900 MSRP | — |
| 15 | Z06 $127,800 MSRP | — |
| 16 | Z06 $132,450 MSRP | — |
| 17 | Z06 $134,800 MSRP | — |
| 18 | Z06 $139,450 MSRP | — |
| 19 | ZR1 $194,700 MSRP | — |
| 20 | ZR1 $204,700 MSRP | — |
| 21 | ZR1 $205,700 MSRP | — |
| 22 | ZR1 $215,700 MSRP | — |
| 23 | ZR1X $224,900 MSRP | — |
| 24 | ZR1X $234,900 MSRP | — |
| 25 | ZR1X $235,900 MSRP | — |
| 26 | ZR1X $245,900 MSRP | — |