Used 2008 Lotus Elise
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2008 Lotus Elise Overview
2008 Lotus Elise Pricing
2008 Lotus Elise pricing starts at $29,900 for the Elise Coupe 2D, which had a starting MSRP of $47,195 when new. The range-topping 2008 Elise SC Coupe 2D starts at $26,500 today, originally priced from $55,920.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$47,195 | $29,900 | |||
$55,920 | $26,500 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2008 Lotus Elise models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
Elise Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Lotus Elise (2005-2011) a 4.6 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 100% recommend it. These figures are based on 10 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2008 Lotus Elise
"Street legal race car"
"My 2011 Elise R is the best car I have driven in my entire life. I had before porsches, BMW, audits and a mustang gt500 and those care are like driving crown Victoria's next to the Elise. The information this car send to the driver is amazing! Super fast acceleration for only 192hp, the BEST handling than any car out there including ferraris and lamborghini, and I know this because I was a test driver for this two companies when I lived in Italy. The only issue is the small cabin but that is what lotus is all about, low weight, superior handling and great acceleration. The Toyota engine is not a Celica engine, it is just the bones/shell, it is all lotus engineering. Until you drive an Elise you'll understand it, and if you are able to get those revs all the way close to the redline you will hear a sound that releases the monster that Elise is all about. It gives you the chills! It is like you are inside a race car video game."
"This is a race car, not a Luxury Sports Car"
"If you want to drive the best handling car on the road, this is your machine ! With the Toyota engine and drive train, you will not find a more reliable sports car. This car attracts people. They love it. This is the most photographed car I have ever owned. Tires - to get the grip, the Yokohama tires are very soft. The rear tires last about 6,000 miles and fronts last about 12,000 miles. This depends on how you drive, but I know you will love taking a city street corner at 60 and the car does not break loose. It goes 0-60 in 4.4 sec. This car is nothing but driving fun."
"Super car looks, realistic price"
"The first time someone hung out the window on the highway to take a poicture of the car I thought it was weird, then I got use to it. This car stops people. They all ask about it. Nothing I have ever driven comes close to getting the looks. And it is so fun to drive. only issue is getting in and out of it. Not easy. Once in, it is comfortable."
Overall 2008 Lotus Elise Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2008 Lotus Elise is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2008 Lotus Elise quality a 4.7 out of 5.
2008 Lotus Elise Reliability
The 2008 Lotus Elise receives an average consumer rating of 4.6 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2008 Elise Features
According to drivers of the 2008 Elise, here are some of its best features:
- Everything
- The best handling car you will ever drive
- Fun is an understatement
- Fun to drive, great styling
- Fun, responsive
2008 Lotus Elise MPG by Trim
2008 Elise SC Coupe 2D - city 20 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
2008 Elise Coupe 2D - city 21 MPG - hwy 27 MPG
2008 Elise Safety
2008 Lotus Elise Safety Features
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Traction Control
2008 Lotus Elise
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2008 Lotus Elise Values and Prices
Style | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | Fair Purchase Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
- | $26,600 | $29,900 | |||
- | $23,500 | $26,500 |
2008 Lotus Elise Depreciation
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2008 Lotus Elise Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2023 | - | - | - | ||
2024 | - | - | - | ||
2025 | - | - | - | ||
Now | - | $26,600 | - |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
2008 Lotus Elise Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 1984 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gallons | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 2 | ||
Overall Length | 149.0 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 4.0 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 32.8 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 90.5 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 72.8 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
HID Headlights | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 21 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 27 mpg | ||
Combined | 23 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Manual | ||
6 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular | ||
Limited Slip Differential | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 190 @ 7800 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 138 @ 6800 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles |
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2008 Lotus Elise Safety
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Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 2008 Lotus Elise |  Used 2020 Audi A5 |  Used 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE |  Used 2014 Audi RS 5 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $29,900 | $26,000 | $25,400 | $26,300 | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.2 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.6 | 4.0 | 4.7 | 4.8 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG | City 24/Hwy 32/Comb 27 MPG | City 19/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG | City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 18 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 190 @ 7800 RPM | 248 @ 5000 RPM | 340 @ 6500 RPM | 450 @ 8250 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter | V8, 4.2 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD | AWD |