Lotus Elise, Exige and Evora - What's the Difference? Which one is best for you?

I've recently helped a few people find their first Lotus and one thing that has become clear is that it isn't always obvious what the difference is between all of the cars. So I popped down to Stratton Motor Company, who had examples of the main three models (Elise, Exige and Evora) - to do a quick video showing some of the differences.

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[DauntingGecko]

FANTASTIC video. You've explained more about Lotus and their cars in under 18 minutes than years of Lotus' marketing team have ever done. Lotus CEO should personally deliver you a cheque (not joking).

If Lotus are reading this; James has single headedly done more for your brand awareness than you have over years. You have amazing cars yet no one has a clue about them. Get out there and show what your cars are all about. Deliver amazing customer service, get people test driving your fantastic driver focused exotic cars and Lotus will grow. It's business 101.

Well done James. Incredible entertaining content again. :)

[greggvandenbosch]

I named my daughter (born 1999) after the Elise, unfortunately I couldn't get one in the USA. Still a dream car for me.

[tosgem]

Elise - the lightest, cheapest, not heaps of power but fun to drive. Not very practical as a daily
Exige - a more hardcore, expensive, Elise. More power, bigger brakes, a bit heavier, v6 versions a bit longer? Impractical as a daily also
Evora - practical, liveable, touring capable. Completely different design, was made with this intent. Not really a track car. The most expensive. Less road noise, comfortable, satnav, ac standard, easy to get in and out of, 2 + 2 seats. Still does these things at lighter weight than rivals, because Lotus.

[Avalance]

You got me into Lotus.Well, I have been liking the Evora since its debut, and now the 410 is just so perfect...the only thing is the price is so close to 911 and R35.

[cesarbussiere]

Perfect presentation. Great job!
Light is right

[Leon_Axel]

The evora has been my dream car ever since I saw the original in 2008.

Great video James.

[SebDelanney]

Brilliant Video, very interesting & so well narrated👌 look forward to watching more!

[maxheadroom]

What a great presenter and so clear with his information, best reviewer out there in utube land! Subbed!😎🇦🇺👌

[jccreszMinecraft]

As a US resident, I'm hoping to get ahold of an Evora as my dream car. Being that i'm poor out the wazoo and don't even have a license to drive, it's a long shot. Maybe I'll get a DSM Eclipse to start off...

Anyways, thanks for the great video. Not even their website helps this much.

[tomstacey]

Fantastic video again sir. I might head up to Strattons and have a look around!

[mkeyw]

The Exige is fine for longer journeys too as long as you don't mind a bit of noise. Did a 1000 miles in 4 days in mine, no problem. Superb car :-)

[TheGentlemangrp]

Great overview! As a Lotus driver myself agree with almost everything you've pointed out in this video. I use my elise S2 111S as a daily, and it has all the basics you'd need for daily use.

[geno]

Not gonna lie. I knew on 1 lotus car before this weekend. When I stumbled upon this channel. Now I'm looking for an evora as a fun weekend car, with air and stereo.

[nikolaspushkin]

Perfect! 5 years later but this video is very helpful. Was wondering what are the differences — I might even go and buy one now☺️

[davidyoung]

Once again James, a great video and undoubtedly your best one so far. Great presentation and well edited. Keep up the great work.

[scottlewis]

I love listening to you talk about these, such a podcast voice

[DjJtown]

I didn't realize the depth of the Lotus line-up or the spec versions available. Great knowledge for the future. Now a little for the past. The Lotus Exige and Elise are available here. There are 3 Exige's (2 are the 1.6L N/A and the other is 1.8L Supercharged in the orange & black colour scheme) and 2 Elise's.The 2 Elise's are plated but; if I'm not mistaken; are limited for show & race track point to point only to the Autobahn Club here on the outskirts of town. The Sport 22o, which he gave me a ride in since he knows me all too well; is spec'd for the track. I fell in love with it...from the passenger seat! I am trying to talk him into moving from driver to owner since I Want to drive her, and she's a minx. My current project car was inspired by the Lotus V8 Esprit's of the 90's

[cchang]

Great video. Very well spoken and you really helped clarify my questions about the lotus line up. Thank you.

[thewaywardgrape]

Recently back from a driving trip around the coast of Scotland. I saw a Porsche Boxster and Lotus Exige absolutely destroy 40+ miles of B-road. Watching and trying to keep up was a blast! Love the content btw, really good.

[mdemartine]

Tremendous review! I've learned quite a bit watching your channel. Keep it going Jay and thank you for your perspective!