Autoknowtive
Lotus Elan
Lotus built the Elan in 1962–2010. Autoknowtive’s catalog has 2 of them, from the 1962 Lotus Elan to the 2010 Lotus Elan. Body styles here: Convertible. Sold new in North America and Europe.
- Built
- 1962–2010
- Brand from
- UK
- Part of
- Geely
- Body styles
- Convertible
- Sold new in
- North America and Europe
- In the catalog
- 2 cars, 1 of them concepts
How it changed
The most powerful here is the 1962 Lotus Elan at 106 hp (79 kW). Quickest from 0 to 62 mph: the 1962 Lotus Elan, in 9.0 s.
Every Elan in the catalog
2010 Lotus Elan Concept
As the old saying goes, you can't have your cake and eat it. In the past we were educated to believe we can't have it all. But that was the past.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
Specs side by side
| Car | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Weight | Engine | Drive | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 Elan | 106 hp (79 kW) | 108 lb-ft (146 Nm) | 9.0 s | 115 mph (185 km/h) | 585 kg (1,290 lb) | 1.6 L inline-4 | Rear Wheel Drive | 4-speed manual |
Power is the figure quoted for that version. Fuel economy is the best EPA combined rating, US models only.
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Every car on this page can turn up in the game. Spot It starts with a blurry close-up, Model Year asks you to date the photo, and the Daily gives you six guesses at one car. More Lotus models are on the Lotus page.