Lotus Elise SC Step2 (Super Street)
The Lotus Elise SC Step2 is a lightweight British sports car built around the brand’s core philosophy: minimal mass, maximum feel. Based on the supercharged Elise platform, this Step2 version captures the raw, agile personality that made the Elise a benchmark for road-going driver’s cars.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 1.8L Toyota 2ZZ-GE inline-4 with Eaton supercharger, mid-mounted, longitudinal
Total Output: ~220 hp (164 kW)
Redline: ~8,500–8,700 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Weight: ~860 kg
Dimensions: ~3,790 mm long × 1,720 mm wide × 1,115 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,300 mm
Tires: Performance road tires on lightweight alloy wheels
Brakes: Ventilated discs with sport calipers
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The Elise SC Step2 is an ultra-light, momentum-based sports car that rewards smooth hands and committed corner entry. It doesn’t rely on big horsepower to be fast — instead, it leans on its featherweight chassis, crisp steering, and superb balance to carry speed through every phase of the corner. In the sim, it feels nimble and playful, with just enough power to make exits exciting without becoming overwhelming.
Engine & Sound: The supercharged 2ZZ-GE delivers a lively mid-range punch and a high-revving top end, with a distinctive mechanical whine from the blower layered over a hard-edged four-cylinder note. It builds speed cleanly and feels eager rather than brute-force quick, making it especially rewarding to keep on the cam.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Exceptionally sharp turn-in and excellent front-end response. Carries speed beautifully when driven with precision.
Traction: Good grip for its class, but the light rear end can step out if you get greedy with throttle or unsettle it mid-corner.
Braking: Strong stopping power for a road car, with excellent feel thanks to the low mass.
Top Speed: Respectable, but it shines more on technical circuits than long straights.
Driving Style Tip: Think momentum, not muscle. Brake late but smoothly, avoid abrupt steering, and prioritize exit speed — the Elise rewards rhythm and precision more than aggression. It’s especially enjoyable on tighter, flowing tracks where chassis balance matters most.
Livery & Aesthetics: The Elise has classic Lotus proportions: tiny overhangs, a compact cabin, and an unmistakably low-slung stance. The Step2 treatment keeps it looking purposeful and clean, with subtle track-ready detailing that suits the car’s lightweight, no-nonsense character.
Whether you’re carving up a canyon-style circuit or chasing lap time on a technical club track, the Lotus Elise SC Step2 is a pure driver’s car — simple, communicative, and immensely satisfying to push.