First pictures of the drivable prototype of mindset e-motion concept have been revealed. The prototype of the high-performance electric car was assembled by the French Heuliez Group.

The mindset e-motion drives locally emission-free for more than 100 km and reaches, due to an optional range extender which pro-duces electric energy by means of a combustion engine, a range of over 800km which is comparable to the range of conven-tional cars. The mindset e-motion distinguishes itself due to an out-standing appearance, low consumption and, additionally, exceptional user-friendliness.

A Spaceframe consisting of welded aluminium profiles provides the supporting elements. Attached to this Spaceframe there are fibre-enforced plastic components which make up the external panelling. The safety passenger cabin is part of the Spaceframe and consists of an extremely rigid construction around the entire occupant room. Furthermore, the safety of the passengers is increased by reinforcing profiles in the doors and across the vehicle, as well as by front airbags.

The standard make is a purely electric operated vehicle with space for two plus two persons or a generous, individually configurable rear compartment. In order to charge the battery, the vehicle can simply be plugged into a normal power socket.

The mindset e-motion concept provides nearly unlimited options. These include, for example, a range extender to increase the road coverage which can also be left in the garage if not needed, solar panels, an individually configurable interior space with extra niches or attachments required for specific purposes e.g. for golf bags, clothes, shopping, dogs etc.

Technical Specifications

Power train Engine: High-performance electric motorMaximum power output: 70 kWMax. torque: 220 NmGear box: Single speedBattery technology: Lithium-IonBattery capacity: 20 kWhRange Extender Engine: Otto enginePower output: 17 kWCubic capacity: 250 cm3Fuel delivery: Electronic fuel injectionFuel grade: Unleaded 95Emission control: Three-way catalytic converterPerformance CO2 emission with Range Extender: 79 g/kmTop speed: 140 km/h (electronically limited)Acceleration 0-100 km/h: ~ 7 sRange in electric mode: 100-200 kmRange with Range extender: >800 kmCharging time: 1-5hDimensions Length: 4260 mmWidth: 1730 mmHeight: 1380 mmTrack: 1545 mmWheelbase: 2780 mmTurning radius: 11 mUnloaded weight: 800 kgCargo volume: 750 lSeats available: 2+2Suspension Layout: Front wheel driveWheels: 4,5 J x 22Tyres: 155/60 R 22Front suspension: McPhersonRear suspension: Multi-link suspensionBrake system Brakes: 4 disc brake, ABS/Traction Control System ESPElectric: Braking energy recuperation