the eli ZERO aims to transform how we engage with our cities

ces 2017: automobile starup eli has unveiled its fully electric eli ZERO, a contribution to the world of automobiles that it hopes will revolutionise the way we move through our cities. dubbed by the company as ‘the new A to B’, the vehicle is targeted at those living specifically in urban environments, both in inner cities and in more sparsely populated suburbs. 

the car is specifically designed for use in urban environments
all images courtesy of eli

according to a report by autoexpress, the two seater, fully enclosed carriage boasts a high-tensile aluminium body and has a total weight of just 350kg. the compact body still manages to fit in a more than generous windscreen that blends into the roof, and features curving LED headlights. the eli ZERO can hit a maximum speed of roughly km, and will carry commuters an estimated 120km on a full charge. under the hood, the pod is equipped with a 40V battery powering a 4kw motor. 

under the hood, the pod is equipped with a 40V battery powering a 4kw motor

‘we believe eli introduces an advanced, yet simple product that will fundamentally shift how we engage with urban fabrics,’ said the start-up in a statement published on carscoops. ‘smaller, simpler and friendlier, eli ZERO is the ultimate two seater mobility device for agile daily movement. eli ZERO reimagines the NEV and addresses the dynamic transportation demands of modern cities and towns by offering a versatile driving solution for both urban and suburban neighborhoods.’

‘eli introduces an advanced, yet simple product that will fundamentally shift how we engage with urban fabrics’ 

eli’s offering will carry commuters an estimated 120km on a full charge