Hyundai i10 Electric

The Hyundai i10 was very successful in India and the sales figures were striking for the Hyundai Motor Company. Now in anticipation of the launch of Hyundai's eco friendly car, the i10 electric, excitement has only increased. This car is all is all electric and zero carbon emission vehicle which helps to prevent environment from pollution.

The Hyundai i10 electric comes with 49kWh electrical motor and 16Kwh battery which makes use of the advanced LiPoly or Lithium - Ion-Polymer technology. The electric motor is a key feature of the car and the 16Kwh battery in the car will run the front wheels. The LiPoly batteries are 12 percent efficient than the nickel - metal hydride batteries. Apart from this, the car is has 30 percent less weight and 40 percent less volume. So consumers can expect the same performance of traditional gasoline powered vehicles.

With the full charged battery it can travel 160 kilometers and with the top speed it offers driving range of 130 Km per hour, which is really good for small electric car. Hyundai i10 electric causes no emissions and best suits for consumers who are environment friendly. Many may think the Hyundai i10 electric is a slow car, but in just 15 seconds it can reach up to a speed of 100kmph. The quality and sleek look of i10 electric are just fantastic. The torque achieved by this car is 201Nm@2,670rpm.

The interiors are very good and are very much similar to the previous models of the Hyundai i10 Electric. Hyundai i10 electric is a very comfortable and spacious car which should make driving a pleasure. The compact stylish design of the car is very attractive and consumers will not face parking problems. When launched in India, the car is expected to be priced at Rs. 5 lacs.

Hyundai i10 Electric Specifications

Engine Specifications

• Displacement: 49kWh motor, 16kWh battery
• Transmission: 4 Automatic gears
• Suspension: Mc Pherson Strut with Stabilizer bar
• Brakes: Front - Disc, Rear - Drum
• Seating capacity: 5
• Steering: Power
• Weight: 860 kgs
• Top speed: 130km per hour