TVS has entered the EV 3-wheeler space by launching its King EV Max at Rs 2.95 lakh, ex-showroom. Its prime competitor, Bajaj, launched its first electric 3-wheeler in June 2023.
- Claimed range of 179km
- Top speed of 60kph
- 0-80 percent charge takes 2 hours 15 minutes
TVS King EV Max launch details
The TVS King EV Max features a 9.7kWh Lithium-ion LFP battery pack with a claimed range of 179km. The company claims that charging it from 0 to 80 percent takes 2 hours 15 minutes, and its peak power is 11kW and 40Nm. It comes with three riding modes with different top speed limits – Eco (40kph), City (50kph) and Power (60kph).
The King EV Max also gets Bluetooth-enabled connected features similar to what is currently seen on the company's two wheelers. This enables the user to access vehicle diagnostics, last parked location and call and message notifications which are conveyed via a negative LCD.
The TVS King EV Max has a design that's evolved from the original petrol-powered King. It features an LED headlight with an integrated Daytime Running Lamp and LED tail-lamp. Interestingly, the King EV also has a water-wading capacity of up to 500mm.
TVS King EV Max is currently available in select states such as Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi and Bengal. It has been launched at Rs 2.95 lakh and comes with a 6-year or 1,50,000km warranty, whichever is earlier.
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