Lotus Elan Valuation: 17 used car listings analysed

Looking for information on a used Lotus Elan?

Are you thinking of buying a used sports car? The Lotus Elan is a great pick. AutoUncle showcases a total of 18 cars collected from various dealership websites and online marketplaces.

What is the cost of a pre-owned Lotus Elan?

The pricing range for a used Lotus Elan model at AutoUncle will start at £10,990 and go up to £49,995.

The British car is being offered at different prices based on mainly five factors: the year of manufacture, engine size and power, fuel economy of the car, how many miles it has travelled as well as equipment.

For example, a younger car with fewer miles on the odometer typically costs more. Likewise, models at the premium end with luxurious features or potent engines tend to come with a more substantial price tag than, for example, an older model with more kilometres driven or with a lower equipment level.

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Is the Lotus Elan available with multiple fuel options?

There is only one fuel option for the Lotus Elan, which is petrol. We have eighteen cars in the range right now at an average price of £25,856.

There are a few questions you should ask yourself when deciding on a fuel type. Is city driving or highway and motorway travel more common for you? What are your average miles driven per week?

If your trips are mostly short, electric, plug-in hybrid or petrol may make the most sense. For daily long-distance driving, the electric car is often ideal - especially with a charger at home or at work. If you have a daily commute over longer distances, a modern electric car can be a great choice - especially if you have access to charging at home or at work. In a few cases with long journeys and limited charging infrastructure, diesel can be a practical solution. Bear in mind that diesel engines emitting high levels of pollution are not allowed in cities in a number of countries.

In which body types are the Lotus Elan available?

The Lotus Elan is available in both cabriolet and coupe body styles, with the cabriolet being the more popular choice. 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.

Price statistics for AutoUncle's selection of Lotus Elan body types

• Lotus Elan cabriolet: 5 cars - average price £21,694
• Lotus Elan coupe: 3 cars - average price £19,912

Which cars are similar to Lotus Elan?

There exist multiple similar cars to the Lotus Elan.

Favored alternatives for the Lotus Elan

• BMW 420
• Audi TT
• Mazda MX5

With a current inventory of 1,491 available models on AutoUncle, the BMW 420 stands out as the top alternative to the Lotus Elan. Average listing price for the BMW 420 is £18,198.

Another alternative car is the Audi TT with 949 cars for sale at the moment and with an average sales price of £13,199. The Mazda MX5 is the third best alternative. There are currently 556 of this car for sale in the UK with an average sales price of £15,000.

Looking for a more eco-friendly alternative to the Lotus Elan?

If you're open to alternatives beyond the Lotus Elan then, we can provide several electric vehicle alternatives of the same car segment, the S-segment. The list includes:

• Porsche Taycan
• Ford Capri
• Alfa Romeo GT Junior

Didn't find an electric car to your liking? Check out our extensive selection of electric cars here.