Minimalism
By Jean • May 11th, 2009 • Category: Gadgets
Fancy bringing the new 100% electric, zero-emissions MINI for a field trial?
Equipped with a 572-pound lithium ion battery of unknown capacity, the MINI E reportedly has a range of 150 miles after an 8-hour charge. Its electric heart beats out 204-horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque, which should be plenty to make this MINI scoot. Indeed, the run to 60 should take a bit over 8-seconds and the top speed has been limited to 95 miles per hour. The entire car weighs in at a bit over 3,200 pounds and regenerative braking is used to extend the range. Body modifications are minimal, with unique badges and paint separating the E from its gas-powered siblings. On the inside, the gages have been switched up, with a multi-function unit in front of the driver, though the speedometer is still front and center in the middle of the dash.
The MINI E is the future of mobility (and Minis) - and creative use of space at its best! And is here, right on time for the Mini 50th anniversary.
MINI E Facts
Acceleration to 100 km/h (62 mph) / 8.5 seconds
Top speed / 152 km/h (95 mph)
CO2 Emission / Zero
via: yatzer
