Lotus Elise Market Value & Price History
The Lotus Elise has a market value of $31,070 to $53,645 depending on year and condition, based on 253 verified auction sales (data through Nov 12, 2026) across 8 model years (1997–2010). Individual examples have sold from $22,000 to $68,000, with 33 sold in the past 12 months. 21 are listed for sale.
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Lotus Elise Value by Year
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Recent Lotus Elise Auction Results
| Sold | Year | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2026 | 2006 | $36,000 | 98,200 mi |
| Oct 28, 2026 | 2005 | $41,250 | 42,000 mi |
| Oct 23, 2026 | 2005 | $56,500 | 19,000 mi |
| Oct 16, 2026 | 2005 | $35,750 | 36,000 mi |
| Oct 10, 2026 | 2005 | $51,000 | 12,000 mi |
| Sep 22, 2026 | 2006 | $34,666 | 59,000 mi |
| Sep 3, 2026 | 2005 | $52,500 | 15,000 mi |
| Sep 2, 2026 | 2005 | $45,500 | 58,000 mi |
| Aug 21, 2026 | 2005 | $49,250 | 15,000 mi |
| Aug 12, 2026 | 2005 | $58,000 | 3,800 mi |
| Aug 11, 2026 | 2006 | $49,500 | 33,000 mi |
| Aug 2, 2026 | 2010 | $51,500 | 35,000 mi |
Lotus Elise: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Lotus Elise worth?
Lotus Elise market values range from $31,070 to $53,645 depending on the model year, mileage, and condition. Recent auction sales span $22,000 to $68,000. See the year-by-year breakdown below.
Which Lotus Elise year is best?
There is no single best Lotus Elise year: it depends on your budget and what you want from the car. The Lotus Elise best-year guide compares every year on its market value, how often it trades and its value against the original MSRP. Whether each year is appreciating is DriveIndex's Value Signal, a Pro feature.
How many Lotus Elise sell per year?
33 Lotus Elise have sold at auction in the past 12 months across all years; DriveIndex has tracked 253 sales in total.
Where can I buy a Lotus Elise?
DriveIndex lists 21 Lotus Elise for sale (last checked Nov 13, 2026), aggregated from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.