Retractable hardtop allow for all season use, and increase safety compared to soft top
Being a hybrid vehicle will result in low emissions and less fuel costs
Designed by a quality automaker and will provide a high resale value
The Kinetic Energy Recovery System adds improved handling and turning
Powerful engine allows for top notch acceleration
Attractive aerodynamic design
Lotus Elite Coupe offers more power and better engine specifications than competitors in its market segment
Additional 25kg from Kinetic Energy Recovery System
Kinetic Energy Recovery System does not have a lot of testing in Lotus vehicles, or any other automobile manufacturers
Retractable hardtop can be troublesome. They can often result in mechanical problems, and typically reduce luggage capacity
With the car not to be released until 2014 there is no consumer reviews available.
Information on interior specifications such as: color, speakers, radio, navigation, etc were also not available for review.
Certified safety tests are still being conducted and there is no market results to the public
The Lotus Elite Sports Coupe will be the first in its line since 1982 so specifications will not have an extensive testing period like other Lotus models.