Based on the critically acclaimed Elise Cup 250 launched earlier this year, but featuring a raft of exclusive components as standard, the new Lotus Elise 250 Special Edition offers an outstanding combination of performance and panache.

With a supercharged 243bhp engine, a 0-100km/h time of 3.9 seconds, and a unique, hand-finished interior, it perfectly defines the quintessential British sports car in this celebration year. As an antidote to sterilised and staid modern cars, Lotus' approach continues to deliver the purest, undiluted driving experience.

Powered by a high-output, supercharged, 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine, the Elise 250 Special Edition boasts 243bhp at 7,200rpm and 250Nm of torque between 3,500rpm and 5,500rpm. This, along with the car's 899kg kerb weight, contributes to the impressive 270bhp/tonne headline figure.