Bangkok 2023: Neta V – affordable EV with a range of 384 km, 95 PS, top speed of 101 km/h; Neta S is also on display
The Neta V is currently on display at this year’s Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS), so it’s a live showroom for the all-electric crossover. Launched in Thailand End of AugustNeta V is a product of China’s Hozon Auto, which has a partnership with state-owned energy company PTT.
At 549,000 baht (RM71,297), the Neta V is about the same price as the entry-level variant of the Yaris Ativ (we call it the Vios). In terms of dimensions, it’s smaller than the Perodua Ativa we have here, at 4,070 mm (-5 mm) long, 1,690 mm (-20 mm) wide, 1,540 mm (-95 mm) tall and a 2,420-inch wheelbase. mm (-105 mm).
Built on the company’s HPC platform, the EV features a front-mounted electric motor of 95 PS (94 hp or 70 kW) and 150 Nm of torque, powered by a lithium-ion battery with capacity of 38.5 kWh that’s good for a range of 384 km by NEDC standards (WLTP figures are usually around 20% lower).
Given the output numbers, the Neta V isn’t particularly fast as it only has a top speed of 101 km/h and a 0-50 km/h time of 3.9 seconds, making it more suitable as a car. city car. A relatively small turning radius of 4.85 meters and a ground clearance of 130 mm are also listed in the spec sheet.
For charging, the Neta V can accept a maximum AC input (Type 2) of 6.6 kW, with a full charge taking eight hours. There is also DC fast charging at up to 100 kW, which takes the battery from a 30-80% state in just 30 minutes, while the truck system (V2L) generates up to 3.3 kW of power to supply source for external accessories.
In terms of kit, the EV comes with 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic halogen projector headlights, LED daytime running lights, LED taillights, keyless entry and start, and a 12-inch digital instrument cluster. , cruise control, electronic parking brake (with automatic brake hold, 14.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system, reverse camera, 6 speakers, synthetic leather seats, 4 power front seats) direction and 2 airbags.
There are no active driver assistance systems like automatic emergency braking and lane-keeping assist here. Instead, there’s automatic brake hold, hill-start assist, downhill control, tire pressure monitors and passive cruise control over conventional passive safety systems.
Neta V is expected to be launched in Malaysia, with Neta Auto Malaysia displaying the model on its website and social media pages. Given the affordable price tag for an EV in Thailand, the Neta V could become the cheapest EV in Malaysia when and if it goes on sale.
Sitting next to Neta V at BIMS is the Neta S, which is the brand’s first EV built on the Shanhai platform. The sleek sedan has bird wings and a styling reminiscent of the Nio ET7, albeit with a sportier look.
For example, the front end features prominent air intake zones, with areas in the corners of the bumper integrated with the main headlights connected by ultra-thin LED daytime running lights. The design of the C-pillars is also quite special, while the rear has a spoiler at the rear door as well as a full-sized taillight extending towards the rear door.
Like the Neta V, the main highlight of the Neta S’s interior is the large vertical-format touchscreen infotainment system on the dashboard. One difference is that the digital instrument panel is placed in front of the driver on the dashboard instead of above the dashboard like in the Neta V.
In its home market, the Neta S is offered with battery capacities from 43.51 to 91 kWh, with an operating range of 310 km to 715 km. As for powertrain, the Neta S can be selected with a rear-mounted electric motor of 231 PS (228 hp or 170 kW) and 310 Nm of torque, or all-wheel drive with an additional motor. second power at the back. return with the same output.
The brand’s flagship model can be optionally equipped with quite a few premium features, including the Neta Pilot system, in version 4.0 of the software suite powered by the Huawei MDC 610’s system on chip (SOC) MDC 610. , capable of providing test drive (SAE) capabilities. autonomy level 4). The Neta S isn’t on sale in Thailand yet, but in China it starts with a limited-time introductory price of 179,800 yuan (RM116,454) and goes all the way up to RMB341,800 (RM220,869).
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