Key Highlights
- After 5 years of development, EaS-E will break cover on 16 Nov
- Claimed range varying from 120 km to 200 km per charge
- The starting price could be Rs Rs 4 – 5 lakh
- Pre-orders through the website
Come 16th November and India will witness the launch of the most affordable electric car. This smart, urban based vehicle comes from PMV and will be called EaS-E for obvious reasons. This electric microcar, would signal PMV’s entry into the Indian EV market and establish a brand-new market segment known as Personal Mobility Vehicle (PMV). The PMV EaS-E will be the smallest electric vehicle on the Indian market at the time. The brand has confirmed that the prototype is finished and that manufacturing will start shortly. The 2 Seater EaS-E is expected to be priced around Rs 4 to 5 Lakh (ex showroom) for the 160 Kms Range variant.
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PMV EaS-E Electric Car
The PMV EaS-E will come in three different variants and brands claims the range will vary from 120 km to 200 km per charge, depending on the variant. With its 3 kW AC charger, it is said to be fully charged in less than 4 hours. The battery specifications of the vehicle are still under wraps.
If we talk about the dimensions, the small electric vehicle will be 2,915 mm long, 1,157 mm wide, and 1,600 mm high. The vehicle will feature a 2,087 mm wheelbase and 170 mm of ground clearance. The EV’s kerb weight will be close to 550 kg. The EaS-E will have features such a digital infotainment system, a USB charging outlet, air conditioning, remote keyless entry and remote park assist, cruise control, seat belts, etc., according to PMV Electric.
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Speaking on this announcement, Mr Kalpit Patel, Founder, PMV Electric said, “We are thrilled to be officially unveiling the product. This will be a significant milestone for the company as we have built a world-class product made by an Indian Company. We look forward to electrifying the nation and introducing a brand new segment called the Personal Mobility Vehicle (PMV), purpose built for everyday use.”
PMV EaS-E – Launch & Bookings
On November 16, the launch will take place online and be live streamed on YouTube. The brand has begun accepting preorders through the website pmvelectric.com, and it has already accumulated a sizeable preorder backlog from both Indian and international markets. Passionate Red, Peppy Orange, Funky Yellow, Royal Beige, Deep Green, Sparkle Silver, Brilliant White, Majestic Blue, Vintage Brown, Rustic Charcoal, and Pure Black are among the colours available for booking.
Verdict: At introduction, the PMV EaS-E will be the smallest electric vehicle. The brand is primarily concentrating on this two-seater electric vehicle to enhance the country’s acceptance of electric mobility. This will also be one of the most economical electric 4-wheelers if it is introduced at Rs 4 lakh.