What is the accident rate for the Lotus Elise?

The Lotus Elise has an accident rate of 15.7% based on 166 vehicles analyzed from 1980–2011. The salvage rate is 0.6% and the total loss rate is 1.8%.

Is the Lotus Elise reliable?

The Lotus Elise has an odometer issue rate of 2.4%, a frame damage rate of 6.6%, and an average of 3.7 owners. The theft rate is 0.0%.

Lotus Elise Statistics

166 vehicles analyzed (1980–2011)

Last updated: May 2026

The Lotus Elise has an accident rate of 15.7% based on 166 vehicles analyzed from 1980 to 2011. The salvage title rate is 0.6% and the total loss rate is 1.8%. Average mileage is 30,242 miles with 3.7 owners on average.

Safety & Risk Profile

15.7%

Accident Rate

1.8%

Total Loss Rate

6.6%

Frame Damage

0.6%

Salvage Title

2.4%

Odometer Issues

Ownership Data

Avg Owners3.7

Avg Mileage30,242 mi

Common Specs

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Accident Rate Over Time

Year-by-Year Breakdown

Year	Vehicles	Accident Rate
2005 Lotus Elise	98	17.4%
2006 Lotus Elise	40	15.0%
2007 Lotus Elise	11	9.1%

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