UK vs United Kingdom — 2001 vs 2015
| Elise S2 111R | Elise Sport 190 Sport 190 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 189 hp | 189 hp |
| Torque | 133 lb-ft | 133 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,796 cc | 1,798 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.2 sec | 4.2 sec |
| Top Speed | 150 mph | 140 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.0 sec | 12.9 sec |
| Weight | 1,896 lbs | 1,980 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,300 mm | 2,301 mm |
| Length | 3,785 mm | 3,785 mm |
| Units Produced | — | 850 |
| Original MSRP | $42,990 | $48,500 |
| Value (Excellent) | $50,000 | $58,000 |
| Collectibility | 6/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 4/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 2001 Lotus Elise S2 111R brings higher top speed, better value to the table, and the 2015 Lotus Elise Sport 190 Sport 190 answers with quicker acceleration, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Lotus Elise S2. The 2001 and 2015 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 2001 Lotus Elise S2 111R producing 189 hp and the 2015 Lotus Elise Sport 190 Sport 190 delivering 189 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Lotus Elise S2 uses a Inline-4 DOHC VVTL-i displacing 1,796 cc, while the Lotus Elise Sport 190 relies on a 1.8L Supercharged I4 with 1,798 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2015 Lotus Elise Sport 190 Sport 190 edges ahead at 4.2 seconds versus 5.2 seconds. From a collectibility standpoint, the 2015 Lotus Elise Sport 190 Sport 190 rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.