Verdict
A
BHP
192 bhp
0–60
4.7 s
Top speed
142 mph
MPG
27 mpg (US)
Used
$36,000-$70,000
Strengths
- Cult S1 status
- Hardtop Elise S1 with proper aero
- Sub-770 kg
Weaknesses
- Tiny build numbers
- K-series head gasket
- Cabin extreme
Notable tech
- Bonded aluminium chassis
- Fixed-roof coupe
- Rover K-series 1.8 mid-engine RWD
- 5MT only
- Race-derived aero — front splitter, rear wing
Common issues
- K-series head gasket
- Clamshell cracks
- Soft-top wear
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across S1's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
1.8 K-series
BHP192
Torque203 Nm
0–604.7 s
Top142 mph
MPG (US)27 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox5MT