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Lotus Elise generations and tyre sizes

Elise

S1

1996 – 2001
Petrol88–107 kW (120–145 PS)Manual
Elise

S2

2001 – 2010
Petrol90–162 kW (122–220 PS)Manual
Elise

S3

2010 – 2021
Petrol100–183 kW (136–249 PS)Manual

For the Lotus Elise in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Bridgestone Turanza T005 (rated 8.8/10) and Toyo Proxes Comfort (rated 7.8/10). The Lotus Elise uses 3 tyre sizes across 3 generations. The Bridgestone Turanza T005 excels in Dry performance while the Toyo Proxes Comfort stands out in Comfort. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Summer tyres for Lotus Elise - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for Lotus Elise

Best tyres for Lotus Elise by category

Best for dry
Kumho Ecsta HS52
8.6/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.5/10
Best for comfort
Toyo Proxes Comfort
8.4/10
Best for noise
Continental EcoContact 6
8.3/10
Best budget
Linglong Sport Master
7.7/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.8/10

Tyre comparison for Lotus Elise

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Turanza T0058.88.58.57.77.9Premium100%
2Toyo Proxes Comfort7.87.17.77.68.4Upper-middle66%
3Continental EcoContact 67.75.38.28.38.1Premium266%
4Linglong Sport Master7.77.36.38.27.7Budget66%
5Cooper Summer7.6----Upper-middle133%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Lotus Elise?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Lotus Elise are: Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.8/10), Toyo Proxes Comfort (7.8/10), Continental EcoContact 6 (7.7/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Lotus Elise?
The Lotus Elise uses the following tyre sizes: 185/55 R15, 175/55 R16, 195/50 R16.
How many generations does the Lotus Elise have?
The Lotus Elise has 3 generations, from 1996 to 2010.
What is the best budget tyre for Lotus Elise?
The highest-rated budget option for Lotus Elise is the Linglong Sport Master with a rating of 7.7/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Lotus Elise?
For wet road performance on Lotus Elise, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.5/10) And Kumho Ecsta HS52 (8.1/10).
Are Bridgestone Turanza T005 good for Lotus Elise?
Yes, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 is the top-rated tyre for Lotus Elise with a rating of 8.8/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 100% of Lotus Elise tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Lotus Elise?
To choose the right tyres for Lotus Elise: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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