At the beginning of 2020, when we still didn’t know how everything would change, we counted the story of our colleagues in Jalopnik who had taken over the cheapest electric car in the world in Alibaba. Now the possibly cheapest EV van.
In reality, what we see is closer to one mini van for utilitarian use for its size: 30 cm wheels, a narrow cab for two people and a payload capacity of 500 kg with a box or bed for loading 1.6 meters long.
In any case, it is still a fully functional van. The cabin has all the basic accessories you would expect, such as a radio, air vents (air conditioning comes at an additional cost), windshield wipers, adjustable seats, and three-point seat belts. also tIt is a more than decent range (for the price) of 120 km through its 72V and 7.2 kWh battery pack.
des Electrek they contacted the vehicle company, who passed them a spec sheet detailed. The most basic version it costs $ 3,950, And the top model with four-seater cabin and upgrades that include power steering, electric locks / windows and even a child safety lock went up to $ 4,880. To the amount then must be added shipping costs, which vary (and greatly) depending on country.
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Also, keep in mind that it has a top speed of tan only 40 km/h, so it is not an act to drive on a highway.
That said, even adding up costs and disadvantages, it still has a more than attractive price for an electric van that can also pass as a glorified golf cart. [Alibaba via Electrek]