Lotus Elan used • 21 cars price-checked by AutoUncle

Interested in finding a great deal on a used Lotus Elan?

Are you interested in getting a used sports car? Then the Lotus Elan is a popular option. AutoUncle has 26 used Lotus Elans for sale in the UK collected from various dealership websites and online marketplaces.

How much does a used Lotus Elan cost?

Currently, the prices for a pre-owned Lotus Elan start at £6,999 and go up to £49,995.

The used car price for the British car depends on five primary factors: the year, engine size and power, the car's fuel consumption, how far the car has travelled as well as equipment.

For instance, a younger car with a lower number on the odometer, or more luxurious models with more potent engines will typically fetch a higher price than an earlier version with less equipment and higher mileage.

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What are the available fuel options for the Lotus Elan?

The number one fuel selection for the Lotus Elan is petrol.

Before making a choice between the different fuel types, it's important to analyze your driving habits. Are you more often driving in urban areas or on expansive roads and motorways? How many miles do you usually drive each week?

If you drive mostly short distances, range is not crucial - so electric, plug-in or petrol are obvious choices. For daily long journeys, electric cars make the most sense if you can charge easily. For longer daily commutes, a modern electric car is often suitable - especially if you can charge at home or at work. For those who drive long distances and don't have access to charging, diesel cars can still be an option. Take into account that several countries restrict high-emission diesel engines from their city zones.

What kind of car is the Lotus Elan?

The Lotus Elan comes in two different body types; cabriolet and coupe, with the cabriolet as the preferred body type. If you want to add a new dimension to the driving experiences, then a cabrio or a convertible is the perfect solution. Most cabrio models can be driven year-round these days, thanks to their excellent hoods and weather gear. To strengthen the chassis to make up for the lack of roof, thickener is applied underneath the car, which means that convertibles are often heavier than normal cars.

AutoUncle's selection of Lotus Elan by body type, price and quantity for sale

• Lotus Elan cabriolet: 11 cars - average price £18,405
• Lotus Elan coupe: 3 cars - average price £13,998

What popular alternatives are there to Lotus Elan?

The Lotus Elan has various competitors from the same segment.

Top competitors to the Lotus Elan

• BMW 420
• Audi TT
• Mazda MX5

With a selection of 1,733 available models on AutoUncle, the BMW 420 clearly stands out as the top alternative to the Lotus Elan. On average, the BMW 420 costs £17,750.

The Audi TT is a strong option in this segment, with 1,042 cars currently for sale on AutoUncle and an average price of £13,990. The Mazda MX5 comes in as the third most popular choice with an average sales price of £14,695 and 689 car for sale at the moment in the UK.

Considering an electric car?

Considering something greener than the Lotus Elan? Check out these electric alternatives from the same segment::

• Porsche Taycan
• Ford Capri
• Porsche Taycan 4S

Still no luck finding your preferred electric car? Browse our full range of electric cars here.