Features & Specifications
Combustion engines will soon become a technology of the past. Electric drive is transportation refined, entailing fewer parts and as little as half the maintenance costs. No more oil changes. No more fuel filters. Why use more if you don't have to? You'll save money on fuel. You'll save money on maintenance. Oh, and saving the planet comes standard.
Technical Specifications
| Electric motor | Advanced DC 85 ft·lb torque, 65hp |
| Batteries | Base model: Eight 12-volt Odyssey lead-acid batteries Premium models: Lithium-ion |
| Range | Base model: 40-50 miles per charge** Premium models: Up to 80/160 miles per charge |
| Top speed | 65+ mph |
| Seating capacity | 2 |
| Safety | Space frame with full roll cage Crumple zones 3-wheel manual disc brakes Low center of gravity Mechanically actuated parking brake 3-point seat belts |
| Transmission | Independent 7.5:1 fixed ratio |
| Suspension | Front: Double A-Arm, coil over shock suspension Rear: Single-sided swing arm |
| Brakes | 3-wheel hydraulic disc brakes Mechanically actuated parking brake |
| Charging | 110 volt/15 amp, charges in 4-7 hours |
| Fuel tank | Nope! |
| Fuel economy MGPe est. | 190+ equivalent* |
Standard Features
- Retractable windows
- Ventilation/heat/defrost with optional AC
- Cargo area with hatchback access
- Recycled PET floor mats
- Interior & exterior LED lighting
- Impact-triggered battery auto-disconnect
- Driver & passenger 3-point saftey belts
- Crumple zones
- Roll cage
- 12 volt auxiliary power outlet
- Cup holders
Optional Features
- Power locks & windows
- Remote-sensor keyless entry & lock
- Remote-sensor keyless start
- AM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA/USB capable stereo system
- GPS navigation system
- Air conditioning
* Energy Content of Typical Summer Gasoline Blend: 114,500 BTUs (http://www.epa.gov/oms/rfgecon.htm)= 0.293 Wh per BTU; 175 Wh/mile estimated for the Arcimoto Pulse @ 15-20 mph. [(114,500BTU)*(0.293Wh)]/(175Wh/mile) = 192mpg
** Upgrades available to increase range