Lotus Europa S

The Lotus Europa S must have one of the easiest briefs possible. Take the basic premise of the Lotus Elise and make it a little more accessible. Give people who arent double-jointed the opportunity to get in and out, give it a roof and a modicum of luggage space and keep the rest of the Elises good bits. If that simple tick list can be mastered and if US type approval is also achieved, profitability will surely follow.

2.0S

Carpets are Lotus' idea of luxury but at least the Europa comes with more kit than any other model in the range. Leather trim is standard as is a radio/CD player a basic, albeit noisy air-conditioning to keep you cool and sat-nav to keep you from getting lost.

2.0S