Detroit Electric's SP:01 is a pure electric car that boasts a 180-mile range and a high price.
The Detroit Electric SP:01: its lithium polymer batteries give the SP:01 a range of 180 miles (288 km), the company said.
Little-known -- but storied-brand -- Detroit Electric has launched its electric alternative to the Tesla.
The SP:01 is a limited-edition, two-seat pure-electric sports car, according to the company's announcement today.
With its Lotus Elise-like design, the SP:01 boasts a top speed of 155 mph and goes from 0-62mph in 3.7 seconds.
Other marquee features of the SP:01:
- Electric motor: rear-wheel-drive with a mid-mounted 200 bhp electric motor made in the USA.
- Body: carbon-fiber body, with a total weight of 1,070 kg (2,359 pounds).
- Driving range: With a power rating of 37 kWh, the
lithium polymer batteries deliver a range of 180 miles (288 km) when
tested to the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) standard. (Note: the Tesla Model S delivers about 208 miles.)
- Infotainment: a smartphone application manages the
car's infotainment system.
- Transmission: Four-speed manual transmission.
- Assembly: Michigan.
- Price: Starts at $135,000 and will vary according to specification and local taxes. (Note: Tesla Model S starts at about $57,000.)
The SP:01 sports car will "spearhead a diverse family of all-electric
production cars," including two other high-performance models that are
scheduled to enter production by end of 2014, the company said.
