Lotus Elise vs. Chevrolet Corvette
When we compare the Lotus Elise's and the Chevrolet Corvette's specifications and ratings, the Lotus Elise has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Chevrolet Corvette has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lotus Elise's and the Chevrolet Corvette's specifications and ratings, the Lotus Elise is a better car than the Chevrolet Corvette.
Lotus Elise vs. Chevrolet Corvette Pricing
A used 2011 Lotus Elise ranges from $21,900 to $44,875 while a used 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is priced between $28,545 to $46,967.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lotus Elise’s base engine makes 189 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Corvette base engine makes 430 horsepower. The Elise is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 311 miles. The Corvette is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles.This gives the Lotus Elise the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Corvette the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21900 - 44875
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
28545 - 46967
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.274407
Lotus Elise Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Corvette Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.02635 / 10
Reliability:
7.5527 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lotus Elise Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Corvette Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 14Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
9 out of / 40Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 40Ranking
13 out of / 40Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 40Ranking
16 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lotus Elise Trim Levels
Base, SC
Chevrolet Corvette Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
2 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
189 hp @ 7800 rpm
Torque:
133 foot-lbs @ 6800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.094 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
430 hp @ 5900 rpm
Torque:
424 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.133 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
242 / 311 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 26 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
11 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
52.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2010 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
44 inches
Length:
149 inches
Wheelbase:
90.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3221 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
49.1 inches
Length:
174.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/40ZR18