Mini Synergy E-Drive
First Opinion
Anyone who thought electric cars had to be either mega-expensive or embarrassing to be seen in can think again. Not to be confused with the official Mini E, the Synergy E-drive (from London's Synergy Innovations) offers
all the practicality and driveability of a Mini with a fraction of the running costs and a low impact on the environment. The 70- to 90-mile range should be plenty for most commutes, while the forceful electric motor and single-speed
gearbox make it easy to drive. Its proof that the technology exists for a viable electric model – all we need now is for larger manufacturers to bring affordable cars like this to
market.
FIRST POSTED MAY 11, 2009
In detail
Price
£25,000 (est)
£25,000 (est)
Batteries
288V lithium polymer
288V lithium polymer
Power/torque
116bhp/190Nm
116bhp/190Nm
Transmission
Single gear, direct drive
Single gear, direct drive
0-62mph
10 seconds
10 seconds
Top speed
95mph
95mph
Range
70-90 miles
70-90 miles
Charging time
4-6 hours
4-6 hours
Equipment
Charging cable, broadband Internet, Bluetooth audio streaming, regenerative braking, ABS, multifunction steering wheel
Charging cable, broadband Internet, Bluetooth audio streaming, regenerative braking, ABS, multifunction steering wheel

