How much does the 2011 Lotus Elise cost?

The 2011 Lotus Elise has a starting MSRP of $51,845, ranging up to $54,990 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $51,845; SC from $54,990.

What is the fuel economy of the 2011 Lotus Elise?

The 2011 Lotus Elise achieves up to 23 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2011 Lotus Elise have?

The 2011 Lotus Elise offers up to 4 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How many trims does the 2011 Lotus Elise come in?

The 2011 Lotus Elise is available in 2 trims across Convertible body styles with rear wheel drive.

2011 Lotus Elise

2 trims · Convertible

Starting MSRP

$51,845 – $54,990

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Lotus Elise? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on Base

Total price (Base MSRP)

$51,845

Typical monthly

$1,027/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2011 Lotus Elise trims

Base
MSRP
$51,845
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
21/27
Horsepower
189 hp
Torque
133 lb-ft
Engine
1.8L I4 gas
Seating
2
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
4
Max towing
—
SC
MSRP
$54,990
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
20/26
Horsepower
217 hp
Torque
155 lb-ft
Engine
1.8L I4 gas
Seating
2
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
4
Max towing
—

Compare 2011 Lotus Elise trim specifications
Spec	Base	SC
MSRP	$51,845	$54,990
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	21/27	20/26
Horsepower	189 hp	217 hp
Torque	133 lb-ft	155 lb-ft
Engine	1.8L I4 gas	1.8L I4 gas
Seating	2	2
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Cargo (cu ft)	4	4
Max towing	—	—

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Basegas
SCgas
Fuel type: Basepremium unleaded (required)
SCpremium unleaded (required)
Cylinders: BaseI4
SCI4
Displacement: Base1.8 L
SC1.8 L
Horsepower: Base189 hp
SC217 hp
Torque: Base133 lb-ft
SC155 lb-ft
Transmission: Base6-speed manual
SC6-speed manual
Drivetrain: Baserear wheel drive
SCrear wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: BaseConvertible
SCConvertible
Doors: Base2
SC2
Seating: Base2
SC2
Length: Base149 in
SC149 in
Width: Base67.7 in
SC67.7 in
Height: Base44 in
SC44 in
Wheelbase: Base90.5 in
SC90.5 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: Base4 cu ft
SC4 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: Base4 cu ft
SC4 cu ft
Curb weight: Base2,010 lbs
SC2,041 lbs
Fuel tank: Base11.5 gal
SC11.5 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: Base23
SC22
City MPG: Base21
SC20
Highway MPG: Base27
SC26

Full specifications by trim
Spec	Base	SC
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas
Fuel type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
Cylinders	I4	I4
Displacement	1.8 L	1.8 L
Horsepower	189 hp	217 hp
Torque	133 lb-ft	155 lb-ft
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Convertible	Convertible
Doors	2	2
Seating	2	2
Length	149 in	149 in
Width	67.7 in	67.7 in
Height	44 in	44 in
Wheelbase	90.5 in	90.5 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	4 cu ft	4 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	4 cu ft	4 cu ft
Curb weight	2,010 lbs	2,041 lbs
Fuel tank	11.5 gal	11.5 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	23	22
City MPG	21	20
Highway MPG	27	26