Oxford-based Liberty Electric Cars has proudly announced that its Electric E-Range, the world’s first pure electric 4×4, has finally made its debut and that production versions of its electric Range Rover will go on sale at the end of this year.
If we look at the technical data, we can see that the Electric E-Range has a top speed of 85mph and accelerates from 0-60mph in about seven seconds, with a range of up to 200 miles on a single charge.
This electric vehicle will also feature so-called “wireless charging”, which means that instead of using conventional cables and plugs, the car is parked on an induction hob and charges automatically.
Liberty has also announced that the battery can be charged in one to three hours with a fast charger or using the optional induction system. They were also very proud that at 75kw the LEC battery pack is the largest ever fitted to an electric car to date, but thanks to its advanced technology it weighs less than many lower capacity packs used in other electric vehicles.
Battery life is considered by many to be one of the main drawbacks of electric cars, but that shouldn’t be a problem with the Electric E-Range because Liberty claims that this electric car has a battery life of more than 13 years and 300,000 miles, significantly more than any other electric vehicle.
Of course, this technologically advanced electric car commands a hefty price tag of around £150,000 ($225,000). But on the other hand, you can have all the power, luxury and prestige Range Rover has to offer without harming the environment.