Here’s a car that makes people stop and simply ask “What is that thing?” People who couldn’t care less about cars take a moment to imagine themselves behind the wheel of a Lotus Elise.
Nothing conventional happening here: It’s small, extremely organic looking and was bred for the race track. But when you dig a little deeper, you realize the price is actually very reasonable and gets better gas mileage than many sedans on the road today. The 1.8L I4 16V MPFI DOHC puts out 24 MPG during city driving & 29 MPG on the Hwy.
Check out some of the recent Lotus Elise reviews: 
Popular Mechanics
The Lotus Elise SC’s raison d’ tre may not be thrift. But a car that can deliver more than 30 mpg and sling itself to 60 mph in the low 4-second range is a rare breed.
Motor Trend
From the moment you slip into that form-fitting seat, it’s obvious the Elise Supercharged is optimized for handling, and this configuration is particularly sweet.
New Car Test Drive
The Lotus Elise is among the most agile, best driving sportscars in the world. No other production car is likely to be faster or more rewarding getting from Point A to Point B.
A new Lotus Elise will run about 51k. Smart shoppers can find one with a few clicks less than 4,000 miles at the Auction Direct Eastview Mall store for about 38k.
Read more reviews at MotorMouths.com
