It looks like Mahindra is all set to launch a new version of the Reva electric car which will be much more sporty than the current car.
The current e2o
The car, called the e2o sport, gets major cosmetic changes which includes smoked headlamps, body kits, a rear diffuser and a rear spoiler. The car will come with upgraded performance. It can now do the 0 to 60 kmph in about 4 seconds and it has a range of 200 kms. The e2o sport gets an independent suspension and sparco sports seats on the inside. Upgraded performance has to result in better safety equipment. It comes with 5-point harness seat belt and all four ventilated disc brakes.
2013 Mahindra Reva E2O Electric Car
The current 2-door hatchback has an electric motor powered by a 48V Lithium-ion battery. The power output is 25.5 bhp and 53.9 Nm of torque. The car rides on 13 inch Tubeless Low Rolling Resistance tyres. It has a top speed of 81 kmph and a range of 120 kms (under test conditions). It takes 5 hours to completely charge the battery.
The car comes equipped with an electric ORVM, Driver Information System, Infotainment System, Reverse Parking Camera and Assist and a High-End JBL music system with 4 Speakers & 2 tweeters with CD, DVD, MP3, Bluetooth and iPod connectivity. You can also get an app for the car on your smartphone which allows you to lock or unlock the car remotely and even switch on the air conditioning.