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Mahindra drives in electric CitySmart Car e2oPlus to cost 70p/km |
Mahindra Electric, part of the diversified 17.8 billion dollar Mahindra Group and a pioneer in the development and production of electric vehicles in India, today announced the national launch of its new electric CitySmart car, the 'e2oPlus'. |
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With zero emission, the e2oPlus is set to usher in a whole new concept in urban mobility and is priced at an attractive Rs 5.46 lakh. The running cost for this car is claimed at just 70 paise per km. Government offers tax exemptions, subsidies and incentives to ensure low purchasing cost for electric vehicles like the e2oPlus and customers will get it. Mahindra claims that on a full charge, the e2oPlus can travel for upto 140 km and can achieve a top speed of 85 kmph. Powered by the latest electric drive train technology from Mahindra Electric, the e2oPlus can effortlessly cruise through city traffic and drives Mahindra's vision of the Future of Mobility. The tall-boy design and spacious interiors make for a compact city car that can comfortably seat four adults. Speaking at the launch of the e2oPlus, Dr Pawan Goenka, Executive Director, M&M Ltd. said, "As the pioneers in integrated and electric mobility solutions in India, it has always been our endeavour to make electric vehicles more accessible across segments. The launch of the e2oPlus is a defining moment in the electric mobility journey of Mahindra as it marks our foray into the mass market electric city car segment. The e2oPlus aptly represents our 'Rise' philosophy in action, as our development team delivered a city car that is poised to nurture a sustainable ecosystem and redefine the Future of Mobility". Pravin Shah, President & Chief Executive (Automotive), M&M Ltd & Director, Mahindra Electric mentioned, "The e2oPlus is a near perfect amalgam of the dramatic advancements in automotive technology, electronics and information technology, combined with minimal running costs." According to him, at the core of the e2oPlus is a collection of connected features that have been developed to make the car both easier and more enjoyable to drive and maintain. Whether it is planning a route, checking the health of the car, or remotely cooling the car, the e2oPlus seamlessly integrates technologies to offer functionality and is aptly designed for easy urban commuting. He said a host of innovative features have been included in this car. Remote diagnostics through telematics, connectivity through smart phone app, new and advanced infotainment system, regenerative braking, Hill Hold control for easy driving in hilly terrains, REVive for reserve charge and automated messages are important amongst others. Charging the e2oPlus is as simple as charging a mobile phone. Customers can choose between 4 trim levels (P2, P4, P6, P8) and 4 colours namely Coral Blue, Sparkling Wine, Arctic Silver, Solid White. The e2oPlus can be easily charged through any normal 16 Amp plug point, making it highly convenient and easy. |