2004 Lotus Elise Reviews, Pricing & Specs
What owners say
"Overall, drivers are thrilled with the 2004 Lotus Elise, praising its outstanding handling, speed, and fun-to-drive nature. Many love the car's direct steering and minimal frills, though some mention it isn't the most practical choice for everyday use due to its lack of features and low profile, which can cause parking challenges. The thrill and performance seem to outweigh the discomfort and practicality concerns for most owners."
This car is awesome. It is just plain stupid fast, and really fun to drive. I got to drive one for a bit in boston and I had a blast. It is also one of the coolest looking cars I have ever seen. I cant wait to get a chance to drive one again
July 30, 2008There should be a rating for smile/grin factor, it would be 10/unbelievable. When I first drove one at sped around a corner, it just kept on sticking to the road, and in the wet, once you have perfected it, you can quite easily drift it, good fun around roundabouts. The only downside is the stone chips you get at the front and sides due to it being so low.
July 23, 2008Amazing car, not the most well built but who cares. I might not be as fast as say a Lambo but is still faster then any other car, and the handling is a dream. It is a straight rack and pinion set so there is no assisted steering. This car can turn on a dime. Along with steering is also brakes, if you barely tap on the brakes you will be stop faster then you can blink.
June 4, 2008What owners say
This car is awesome. It is just plain stupid fast, and really fun to drive. I got to drive one for a bit in boston and I had a blast. It is also one of the coolest looking cars I have ever seen. I cant wait to get a chance to drive one again
July 30, 2008There should be a rating for smile/grin factor, it would be 10/unbelievable. When I first drove one at sped around a corner, it just kept on sticking to the road, and in the wet, once you have perfected it, you can quite easily drift it, good fun around roundabouts. The only downside is the stone chips you get at the front and sides due to it being so low.
July 23, 2008Amazing car, not the most well built but who cares. I might not be as fast as say a Lambo but is still faster then any other car, and the handling is a dream. It is a straight rack and pinion set so there is no assisted steering. This car can turn on a dime. Along with steering is also brakes, if you barely tap on the brakes you will be stop faster then you can blink.
June 4, 20082004 elise 135R Absolutely superb ! there are faster cars in the world but the cornering speeds of an elise on semi-slicks are mind blowing. If you are expecting comfort, forget it. If you want to achieve rediculous speeds on winding country roads or for a track toy get one !
April 11, 2010The Lotus has no frills. It has no power steering, no electric windows and no traction control. But it handles amazing. This car is pure driving pleasure. My car is a 2004 111R which has 180 bhp and is a limited edition with the gold wheels all round.
May 6, 2008just not an everyday car - fun to drive,gorgeous when u look at it,u just cant hold from falling in love with it :D the only problem is that u REALLY need a second/third car to move around. oh,and parking can be a bit of a problem,ehrn someone is parked in front - not even an SUV but a usual sedal lets say - then noone sees it in the back because its too low..
September 2, 2008
