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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 Winter tyres are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (rated 9.0/10) and Continental WinterContact TS 860 (rated 9.0/10). The Lotus Elise uses 3 tyre sizes across 3 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

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

Best Winter tyres for Lotus Elise

Best tyres for Lotus Elise by category

Best for dry
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best budget
Semperit Speed-Grip 3
8.1/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
9.0/10

Tyre comparison for Lotus Elise

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium100%
2Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium100%
3Kleber KRISALP HP38.97.56.97.88.0Upper-middle66%
4BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 28.77.27.48.38.1Upper-middle66%
5Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS38.78.88.99.38.9Upper-middle133%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Lotus Elise?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Lotus Elise are: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10), Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10), Kleber KRISALP HP3 (8.9/10). 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 Semperit Speed-Grip 3 with a rating of 8.1/10 (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 Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 good for Lotus Elise?
Yes, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 is the top-rated tyre for Lotus Elise with a rating of 9.0/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. 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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