Vehicle Specifications  (base model Elise. Subject to change) 
Engine Based on Honda VTEC B18C (Type R)
type in-line 4 cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder
capacity 1,797 cc
horsepower 200 hp @ 8,200 rpm
torque 137.1 lb-ft (19.0 kg-m) @ 6200 rpm
compression 11.3:1 (Std 10.6:1)
V-TEC point Std.5700 - 6000 (optional 4900 - 5200 rpm)
rev limit 9100 rpm (Std 8400 rpm)
flywheel std. 7.9 kg (optional lightened 4.2 kg)
Transaxle Honda
gear box Manual, 5 speed + reverse
ratios 1st 3.230;  2nd 2.105;  3rd 1.458;  4th 1.107;  5th 0.848
Differential Honda Helical LSD 
final drive  4.4:1
Brakes
front & rear 282 mm cast iron cross drilled ventilated discs.
Non-servo split hydraulic system, including unique Lotus/AP Racing opposed piston front calipers.
Wheels
front/rear Alloy 5.5J x 15  /  7.5J x 16
Tires Pirelli P Zero
Front 185/55 ZR15  /  Rear 225/45 ZR16
optional Yokohama 038; 
Dimensions
wheelbase 2300 mm (90.6 in)
length 3726 mm (146.7 in)
width 1701 mm (66.9 in)
height 1148 mm (45.2 in)
Curb weight Standard Elise w/ Rover engine 770 kg (1694 lb.)                 Weights & Distribution w/ Honda powertrain
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