This Amazing EV is CRUSHING Tesla | Why the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV is the best seller in China

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  • Опубликовано: 16 ноя 2020
  • In this video, I cover the bestselling electric vehicle in China and explain its significance. You may have heard that the bestselling EV in China was the Tesla Model 3. You would have been right earlier in 2020 when the Tesla Model 3 was indeed the bestselling EV this year.
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    That changed this fall as the Wuling HongGuang Mini EV was the bestselling EV with over 20,000 units sold in October of 2020. Tesla Model 3 sold about 12,000 units in the same month. The HongGuang Mini EV has outsold Tesla Model 3 for three months in a row.
    So what’s the big deal about the Hong Guang Mini EV? It’s not a Tesla competitor but competes at the lower end of the EV market. The Mini EV is a four-seat pure electric vehicle that’s got a simple boxy shape. It’s pretty tiny by US standards, measuring 2917mm in length or 115 inches. That’s about the size of the Smart ForTwo or Japanese Kei cars.
    It’s made by a joint venture between SAIC Motor, Wuling Motors, and General Motors. Yes, GM. I hope GM is learning a lot by making this affordable EV in China.
    The key thing to keep in mind is that the Hong Guang Mini EV only starts at $4,200 USD and the loaded version is $5,600. For comparison, the cheapest new EV for sale in the US is the MINI Cooper EV which starts at over $30,000. There is another Chinese EV company Kandi that is taking preorders for its Model K27. The K27 starts at $17,500 and has 59 miles of range on a 17.7 kWh battery. The K27 has already met regulations to sell in the US so it’ll be exciting to see how it performs.
    The Hong Guang MINI EV has 27 horsepower (20kW) and 63 lb-ft (85 Nm) of torque. That sounds pretty anemic but the Mini EV only weighs 1470 lbs or 665kg. That’s a light vehicle.
    The top speed is 62 miles per hour or 100 km/hour. That’s completely adequate for city driving.
    It’s rear wheel drive so probably pretty fun to drive.
    The New European Driving Cycle NEDC range is 75 miles (120 km) with the 9.3 kWh battery and 106 miles (170 km) with the 13.9 kWh battery. The NEDC is a bit generous when compared to the EPA so real life mileage will probably be closer to 60 miles for the smaller battery and 85 miles for the larger battery.
    Charging time takes about 6.5 hours for the small battery and 9 hours for the larger battery on a slow charger.
    The Hong Guang MINI EV has safety features like anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution, tire pressure monitor, and parking sensors.
    Here’s the Hong Guang EV getting crash tested. This doesn’t tell us much since it’s not like a US or European crash test. But hey, at least it didn’t crumple into pieces. Meeting international safety regulations will definitely add to the cost of the Hong Guang MINI EV if it makes it international. Wuling states that the MINI EV has 57% high-strength steel body.
    The battery has low temperature pre-heating technology and insulation. The battery has passed 16 rigorous safety tests and received an IP68 waterproof and dustproof rating. The battery functions can be monitored via a smartphone app.
    It’s a box on wheels but cute in the same way that the Kia Soul or the retired Scion xB from back in the day.
    So why are the Chinese buying the Hong Guang Mini EV like crazy? I think it’s the combination of the very practical design with lots of space inside but being tiny so it’s easy to maneuver and park. It has 26 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded down. It’s also got solid specs for a city or commuter electric car. And of course, it’s the price. $4200 is amazing for a brand new EV.
    THe Wuling MINI EV is only available in China but Wuling hopes to sell it abroad in the future. I would love to see it in the US. It’s more likely to be in Europe where small cars are more popular. Assuming it can pass worldwide safety regulations, I think there’s a market for affordable EVs like the Wuling MINI EV. What do you think of the Wuling MINI EV? Would you consider buying one if it came to your country? And at what price would you pay?
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  • @carsavvy4764
    @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +57

    Don't you wish that electric vehicles were more affordable? The Wuling Hongguang Mini EV is the best seller in China for good reason. It's simple, practical and affordable. Really a great city car. I hope GM can bring it over to the rest of the world. Let me know what you think of the Hongguang Mini EV.

    • @DSvideo7777
      @DSvideo7777 3 года назад +3

      yes. More affordable should be the future trend as we have seen with computers. Battery improvements are rapidly shifting costs down

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      @@DSvideo7777 Agreed. Can't wait for the floodgates to open. It's a matter of when, not if.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +3

      @Keith Gatlin You're right. It will cost a bit to get it to pass safety regulations for US/Europe.
      But a lot of the increase in price will be erased with the tax credit for EVs.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      @Keith Gatlin That's fair. Many people in the US probably feel the same way. But what if the Chinese product is 80% as good as the others but costs 50% of the others? Would it shift your decision making?

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      @Keith Gatlin Yes the batteries are the key to affordable EVs becoming mainstream.

  • @ravidul1849
    @ravidul1849 3 года назад +67

    No wonder this is best selling it’s affordable good quality ev car. This kind of affordable ev cars will be good for developing countries.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +3

      Agreed. It's a well-engineered EV for an amazing price. Would you buy it for yourself?

    • @ravidul1849
      @ravidul1849 3 года назад +2

      @@carsavvy4764 save money and someday I’m gonna buy a EV car for sure.

    • @ravidul1849
      @ravidul1849 3 года назад +1

      @Keith Gatlin I hope I’ll be able afford a good quality EV car.

    • @MsStevo2000
      @MsStevo2000 2 года назад +1

      this car would be good for a developed country as well. probably even better for a country like the us that can hopefully provide more charging stations

    • @anonym3017
      @anonym3017 2 года назад

      It costs 4200 bucks and has enough range and speed to get me to work and back.
      It could be horribly made and I'd still want it.

  • @langchauvin1121
    @langchauvin1121 3 года назад +45

    Bring it here in the US, I need it for my daily commute. It's cheap, simple and efficient. 👍 Thanks for sharing.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +2

      Agreed. It would serve a lot of people's needs.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +2

      @Chen Uy Wuling has to meet safety standards but otherwise, there wouldn't be a reason why it can't be sold in US.

    • @RandomUserX99
      @RandomUserX99 3 года назад

      the Kandi is being sold in the US

    • @andia968
      @andia968 3 года назад

      @@carsavvy4764 much safer than bikes

  • @patrickmiles3696
    @patrickmiles3696 3 года назад +105

    the US needs a vehicle like this. It would sell millions to young people in the US like the old VW Beetle did

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +17

      It would be nice to have affordable options. It's crazy that the average transaction price for a vehicle in the US in close to $40k. It's not sustainable.

    • @MrKillswitch88
      @MrKillswitch88 3 года назад +15

      Not just young people as there are still loads of gen x and boomers that are low income as well those just wanting a cheap city car who would be happy to buy one. Remove the back seat and voila cargo space.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +2

      @@MrKillswitch88 Too bad most automakers are too busy pumping out expensive and big SUVs with option packages that cost more than this little EV.

    • @buzz86us2005
      @buzz86us2005 3 года назад

      @@MrKillswitch88 we already have this car.. it is called the Chevy Spark

    • @theodoreolson8529
      @theodoreolson8529 3 года назад +3

      @@buzz86us2005 I disagree. This rig has more in common with a golf cart than an automobile.

  • @jd2890
    @jd2890 3 года назад +37

    I am not mathematician, But if the canadian gov grants me the $7000 subsidiary for this car, then they owe me $2000 when i get the car for free.

  • @mycathoderay
    @mycathoderay 3 года назад +14

    Now THIS is truly a environmentally friendly car!!

    • @krusher74
      @krusher74 3 года назад +1

      Why is environmentally friendly?

  • @harrisongould9460
    @harrisongould9460 3 года назад +4

    This is the way to go. I want this car with 150 mile range, top speed 80mph, air bags, slow charge on 120 volts in nine hours - 4 hours on 240 volts and AC. I'll give you $9,500.

  • @davidsmith5584
    @davidsmith5584 3 года назад +13

    There is a reason people drive 10 year old 100k mile cars. Affordability. This is amazing. If your going to have 2 cars with one ice car then you dont need 400 mile range.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      This is spot on. The average age of a car in the US roads is 11.8 years. Not everyone can or want a $40k vehicle. As a second vehicle, this would be great for a lot of people.

    • @cujoedaman
      @cujoedaman 2 года назад

      I agree. I just bought a 2000 Saturn SL1 for $2100 with a measly 159k on it while my truck is down for the summer (ironically, fuel pump). I've put about $700 into it for tune-up, routine maintenance and cosmetic things (smoker's car, had to put new headliner and sun visors in it, along with other things to make it livable). When I got it, I was getting barely 25MPG, with the work I've done I'm current getting 35MPG on regular roads. I'd hit 40MPG or more easily if I was driving the highway every day. It also looks great because it's all plastic body panels and I've used it to experiment with what I've learned about waxing and buffing cars.
      I know right now I can flip it for near what I got into it (minus routine tune-up stuff that you don't get back out of a car anyway) because it runs so good and gets hella good gas mileage. Then I'd get one of these EV's! :D

  • @Slaphappy1975
    @Slaphappy1975 3 года назад +5

    4 seater, 100km range, 100 kph top speed, damn, that's perfect for urban driving. it's size would also be perfect for wherei live (Bangkok).

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      The 2021 model will be available with 200km range as well.

  • @hfs9502
    @hfs9502 3 года назад +2

    Love it, US$5k and we buy two. Right now I drive a Suzuki Ignis: short, tall, reliable and fun.

  • @fanfare100
    @fanfare100 3 года назад +46

    I would be willing to pay $7K for it if it came to America. What is the stock symbol for this company?

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +12

      That's a fair price for this EV to meet all the safety regulations in the US. It would be a great 2nd vehicle for a family do errands, short commute, etc.
      As for the stock, it's traded on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange: Wuling Motors Holdings Limited (0305.HK)

    • @fanfare100
      @fanfare100 3 года назад +5

      @@carsavvy4764 Thank you.

    • @fanfare100
      @fanfare100 3 года назад +7

      @@carsavvy4764 I'm afraid its currently advertised range may diminish. Whay do I say this? The Kandi K27 was originally rated at over 100 mile before coming to the U.S.. Once it came to America, the EPA said that under U.S. driving conditions that that range was more likely to be around 58 miles. That's almost like cutting it in half.
      What caused these shifts? American's thirst for faster acceleration. I don;t care so much about it and that's why I drive a Mitsubishi Mirage. Also, the 64 MPH speed limit had to be raised to 68MPH just to make Americans happy, also at the cost of mileage. And finally, the insertion of a "Sport Mode" which Americans are likely to keep constantly on the "On" position, whether they need it or not. lol
      So, who knows.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +5

      @@fanfare100 Good post. The EPA rating system is generally 20-30% more difficult than the NEDC rating. So you're probably correct that the Wuling MINI would suffer a significant drop in EPA range if it were to come to the US. Plus, the safety regulations would require more reinforcements to meet US crash standards and raise weight.
      I think 64 MPH is adequate for a car like this but you're right about American thirst for power and speed. We'd demand more and lessen range. Haha.

    • @fanfare100
      @fanfare100 3 года назад +6

      @@carsavvy4764 Here's a trick I learned from my parents who bought an earlier version of the K27 (they live in another country and had it delivered from China) which only topped at 64: They sacrificed a tiny bit of torque and acceleration and easily raised the speed to 68, simply by changing the wheels and tyres! It's simple geometry and physics. :D You can add that to the list of pro-tips. lol

  • @HAPPY-kv1fs
    @HAPPY-kv1fs 3 года назад +9

    this is the real way to go electric !

  • @Lithuanian_Gemstones
    @Lithuanian_Gemstones 3 года назад +14

    I'd take two!

  • @johnmyviews3761
    @johnmyviews3761 3 года назад +7

    Perfect for retirees for simple city commutes especially for the price, parking and environment although Australia is starting to tax ev’s any significant uptake

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      Thanks for your comment. I agree about it being a great car for retirees. It's simple and gets the job done. It'll have to be made safe enough for Australian standards but I bet there will be a good number of buyers if they can keep the low price.

  • @sandorbakos3157
    @sandorbakos3157 3 года назад +8

    This is a perfect car for Budapest , Hungary if there are 2 seatbelts at front (driver+guest) and with local service in case needed. I would immediately buy it.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      Thanks for the comment. Hungary seems to be embracing electric vehicles. bbj.hu/business/industry/automotive/hungarian-electric-car-use-grew-most-in-eu

    • @theoneed2051
      @theoneed2051 3 года назад +1

      Low carbon footprint, and more efficient use of energy.

  • @simonmesure6863
    @simonmesure6863 3 года назад +4

    Amazing. I'd love it. I think pastel orange with white roof would look great. Definitely want one. Oh I gave up driving over 25 years ago. Now I want to re-start. Please export to UK. ☺️😍

  • @ronaldjove5094
    @ronaldjove5094 3 года назад +4

    It's the same size as the smart car running around in the US but I think this one is much better for the price and range, 109 miles is all you need for a city

  • @Clark-Mills
    @Clark-Mills 3 года назад +5

    Price is excellent; would like an airbag or two for the forward direction at least. Apart from that, Very Good. & GM too!?

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +2

      Good news is that the 2021 model is getting airbags and only costs $4450 to start.

  • @ejciicollins3200
    @ejciicollins3200 3 года назад +5

    Interesting vehicle I wish they could make a American version to pass standards here and have 4 door's. I think it would sale well as long as they can keep the price around 10k or cheaper.

  • @danstenis660
    @danstenis660 2 года назад

    Upgrades for us market
    1. 80 mph top speed
    2. Climate control for battery to prevent degradation of battery
    3. Trunk door opens higher to prevent head bump
    4. Bluetooth / 3.5 mm auxiliary audio plug to radio receiver.
    5. Fast charging option up to 80% of battery capacity. Slow charging after that to prevent damage to battery.

  • @anilbabu9870
    @anilbabu9870 3 года назад +2

    Reva electric in Bangalore made this 20 years ago but non realised its value and was made to die, nonetheless these small cars are still running and many still craving for a new model. Well done Wuling👍

  • @seanoneillsongs
    @seanoneillsongs 3 года назад +2

    How much is it with the espresso option?

  • @ciaranchew
    @ciaranchew 3 года назад +8

    I live in Ireland and i would buy one in a heart beat, if we are serious about saving our planet i cant understand why small cheap EVs are not available here, even with grants you are looking at around 25 to 30 thousand euro for a small EV (new) for something you really only use to get to and from work and going shopping. To me this car makes total sense and to be honest inside and out this looks like a great little cheap sensible car that everyone could afford. Great video, please keep us updated with this and other sensible small EVs.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      Thank you Ciaran. Small EVs make so much sense in Europe and other densely populated countries. The good news is that the Chinese are innovating and making a lot of EVs and it's a matter of time before the rest of the world get to try them out.

    • @Martian74
      @Martian74 3 года назад

      As soon as you turn on the heater and lights the range halves.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      @@Martian74 I'm sure the heater would lower range but doubt it would halve it.

    • @user-lc1qw1vs5s
      @user-lc1qw1vs5s 3 года назад

      But in such cold place in winter, it can not be last for 60 hp. It’s the nature of EV cars.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      @@user-lc1qw1vs5s Good point, thank you.

  • @JenniferEliseAtchiso
    @JenniferEliseAtchiso 3 года назад +9

    I want one... or two.

  • @truetech4158
    @truetech4158 3 года назад +1

    In canada and would drive one, though it should offer the upgrade kit option for people to get it upto passing whatever is required and keep it super affordable still.
    Any idea of how we can lean on the manufacturer to offer such a safety kit, and perhaps other mod kits for it and a line on each and every replacement part on demand?

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      Not currently. They are selling every one that they can make in China. It would take some investment to add structural reinforcements and airbags to make it compliant in North America. I think GM's too busy making $$$ in pickup trucks and SUVs to worry about getting this EV to us.

  • @skmfaridi
    @skmfaridi 3 года назад +3

    $ 4200 is an affordable price for this size of car that is good to commute to the office and also for other engagements for the evening. It's a sensible and practical product.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      Good comment Sayed. Thank you.

    • @skmfaridi
      @skmfaridi 3 года назад

      @@carsavvy4764 You're welcome. Do shoe more such budget EVs to inspire people tk switch from IC engines. I'm a professional rally driver and automobiles is my passion. I don't mind to switch to EVs. I have always felt F1 racing is senseless sport that's why I've always loved car rallies. That really makes sense. If EVs replace IC engines in F1 it will revolutionize everything about the EVs

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      @@skmfaridi So true.

  • @hutchcraftcp
    @hutchcraftcp 3 года назад +2

    It looks pretty good quality wise. For 4-5K$ it fits in well in huge cities. Unfortunately in the USA the size would be too small. The smart car didn't do too well here because of the size

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      You're right. America is the land of pickups and large SUVs after all. It would be nice if GM would consider something less expensive than the Bolt.

  • @Prepare2Survive
    @Prepare2Survive 3 года назад +3

    I would buy one to use for short trips in town.

  • @seye8eyes
    @seye8eyes 3 года назад

    The point is will it float on water especially being a light vehicle

  • @shinhitishiraishi5464
    @shinhitishiraishi5464 3 года назад +1

    Excelente carro elétrico. Onde posso comprar no Brasil ?

  • @Yahgiggle
    @Yahgiggle 3 года назад +2

    i hate tiny cars but i could see myself having a blast in this little car as the cheap price makes it a non serious car, it would make popping down to the shops fun so yeah it be nice to see them come to New Zealand

  • @hieroglyph321
    @hieroglyph321 3 года назад

    Yep ... I'd pick one up as it is ... I'd even pay a couple of grand more for a little more styling ... but it's great. thanks for the video.

  • @kalmdwn7711
    @kalmdwn7711 3 года назад +3

    EV for school and supermarket runs, maybe even daily work commute. Just charge it everyday, like your smartphone.

  • @draconicargus415
    @draconicargus415 3 года назад +13

    Poor man's electric vehicle, I want one

    • @ericliume
      @ericliume 3 года назад

      I would say Eco EV.

    • @cujoedaman
      @cujoedaman 2 года назад

      "Poor man" nothing. Cars today are just overpriced. Base model cars with no features and manual everything still start around $25000. This car right here proves that inflation isn't solely responsible for the increased prices on cars, especially EV cars.

  • @paopaowell
    @paopaowell 3 года назад +1

    if you need go further longest yes you can do it just install genset at back

  • @comradestrawberry1876
    @comradestrawberry1876 3 года назад +2

    Some people would call this car unsuitable for highways; well that depends. if you’ve tried to drive to Toronto on a Monday morning, this car is too fast.

  • @jakerio8
    @jakerio8 3 года назад +1

    I wonder how this will do in Japan if it tries to compete with the ICE mini box cars there?

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      Great question. I don't think this car would do well because the Japanese only buy European imports (mostly German.) Plus this car would not qualify for the Kei car designation which saves a lot of money in insurance and registration fees because it's too wide.

  • @mengli3974
    @mengli3974 3 года назад

    can we buy it in USA?

  • @Daniel-Gomez-M
    @Daniel-Gomez-M 3 года назад

    I would buy one, however I'm worried about it's climb ability, I live in the hills and work downtown.

  • @elyserva7903
    @elyserva7903 3 года назад +2

    It would be practical here in the Philippines especially in Metro Manila where traffic during rush hours creeps to less than 20kph.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      Thank you Ely for your comment. It would be practical in a busy city. Easy to maneuver and park. Are there some electric cars selling already in the Philippines?

    • @elyserva7903
      @elyserva7903 3 года назад +1

      @@carsavvy4764 none except perhaps imported by ones who have the money. It’s very expensive here and the transportation office still don’t have the way to regulate them. That’s why cars like these are more practical. We have electric mini buses plying selected routes and electric tricycles in Manila though.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      @@elyserva7903 Thanks for the reply. I hope the Philippines would make it a priority to bring something like this to their country.

  • @garyingersoll2460
    @garyingersoll2460 3 года назад +1

    Yes I would buy one....

  • @dansmith6909
    @dansmith6909 2 года назад

    England here. If they brought only the fully loaded model (for economy) and sold it here for around £5000, maybe even as much as £6000 they would sell more than they could make. They would be everywhere. I would buy one, subject to me actually being able to drive it and not hating it.

  • @andrewclark891
    @andrewclark891 3 года назад +4

    I like it, it would be better with a more dense battery and rapid charging for the UK, to overcome the short range

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +2

      Agreed. I think consumers will pay a bit more for a increased range and ability to rapid charge. If they would bring it over, I wonder the Chinese brand would be accepted. Maybe GM should call it a Chevy although Europeans probably don't associate quality with Chevy either.

    • @dicky-duck6632
      @dicky-duck6632 3 года назад +1

      @@carsavvy4764 I heard in China, they now offer a dial a driver or Uber eat like service, a fully charged replacement battery will be delivered to supper makets, restaurants wherever you get stuck with a flat battery. The first 10000 buyers got life time free subscription, give you 3 times a month of free battery replacement.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      @@dicky-duck6632 That would be sweet. I know that some EV companies in China like NIO offers battery charging service, kind of like AAA here in the US.

  • @AdachiCabbage
    @AdachiCabbage 3 года назад

    Any information if this is in Japan? I would totally move out of the USA just to buy this because cars here at at the LEAST used 10-20k

    • @kevinchavarria6792
      @kevinchavarria6792 3 года назад

      This kind of car would be awesome in a place like Japan I would like to know as well

    • @walden6272
      @walden6272 3 года назад +1

      @@kevinchavarria6792 Buy and import to Japan maybe? Yea it's perfect for Japan's tight city.

  • @rudolphvanthoff1391
    @rudolphvanthoff1391 3 года назад +2

    I’d buy one if they had a longer range. We really desire 200km minimum for where I live (Australia) maybe a combination of both size batteries

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +2

      The 2021 model is available with 200 km range and airbags for $6550.

    • @wenzhu3253
      @wenzhu3253 3 года назад

      You can buy two,and put one in the middle range.😂

  • @chrisliddiard725
    @chrisliddiard725 3 года назад

    There are so many reasons to like this budget ev, it's just what this new industry needs. So far the designs out there look like a license to print money, where the true goal should be the world wide adoption of the ev transport solution. This car would works for the typical urban commuter. Its like the Smart car only more Ecco. I'd love to see something like this in the uk for £5,0000.

  • @empoweringsingh1973
    @empoweringsingh1973 3 года назад

    Its charging time is 6 hours which means we have keep car on charging platform half of day...

  • @besthouseandlot
    @besthouseandlot 3 года назад +1

    Wow! Really an affordable EV idol! Thanks for sharing. Done coloring your home. Shoutout! #MOVEONTV

  • @jayanthaperera9827
    @jayanthaperera9827 2 года назад

    Being a car dealer here in Sri Lanka you can sell a million cars here. Problem we faced here is that EV batteries they were not durable. If this EV battery can be charged 2000 times with the range of 200 kilo metres. With this competitive price.

  • @takaogibson845
    @takaogibson845 2 года назад

    I will definitely buy one .

  • @Microplastic_Therapy
    @Microplastic_Therapy 3 года назад +9

    I love it, if only they wold make a North American version or make a more expensive model with at least 200 miles of range, I would buy it

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for the feedback, Simon. We need more affordable EVs in North America.

    • @heinlich
      @heinlich 3 года назад +1

      Good suggestion. North America does have an average longer grocery shopping distance than China. I guess the most used scenario right now is grocery shopping. It could hardly meet the need to go to the city outskirt for outing or similar purposes.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      @@heinlich You're right about North American range needs being greater.

    • @marksman48
      @marksman48 3 года назад

      We don't really need 200 miles range in US. This is not a highway vehicle and would likely be scary on the interstate. A truck passing would blow it off the road.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      @@marksman48 Agree with this. It's a tiny vehicle. Even with the small battery that it currently has, it would qualify for $4k to $6k in tax credits.

  • @MarcosSilva-cm4yh
    @MarcosSilva-cm4yh 3 года назад +1

    Where can i buy that cae in the United States?????

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      It's not available yet in the US.

  • @helengalanis6798
    @helengalanis6798 3 года назад +3

    I would definately buy this evening and pay up to 5.000 euros

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      Thanks for your feedback. Hopefully not too far in the future, they can export it to Europe.

  • @IAM-iv1oz
    @IAM-iv1oz 2 года назад +1

    We need this in Canada.

  • @funmaster4632
    @funmaster4632 Год назад

    I would love to have one as a town runneer.

  • @shirleysavoury5638
    @shirleysavoury5638 3 года назад

    This is about the size I would need. Is there a right hand drive version?

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      Not yet. What country are you in?

    • @shirleysavoury5638
      @shirleysavoury5638 3 года назад

      @@carsavvy4764 Antigua & Barbuda. How does the car cope with hills?

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      @@shirleysavoury5638 Sounds like you live in paradise! The car has plenty of power for hills. It's electric so the motor gives you a lot of power. It's capable of 100 km/hr.

  • @limwiching2277
    @limwiching2277 3 года назад +4

    should have option for Dual front Airbag.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      Absolutely.

    • @inyourphace1690
      @inyourphace1690 3 года назад

      Next year it'll most likely add airbags and some other accessories but airbags alone probably add another $800 to the cost.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      @@inyourphace1690 And still be incredibly affordable.

    • @IvoPurwanto
      @IvoPurwanto 3 года назад

      Also add ABS and BDS

    • @ericliume
      @ericliume 3 года назад

      @@IvoPurwanto This EV has ABS and EBD.

  • @mazdarx7887
    @mazdarx7887 2 года назад

    For North America it's going to have to grow 20% (lots of big people here, I'm 6' 250#s) If it can reasonably seat 4 (not just kids in the back) big adults , get 150 to 200 km range , it would make a great city car especially if priced around 10k cdn. But as it sits, it will only be a nich car for city drivers . North American summers and winters are car killers especially electric cars, needing good heat and ac. One may be able to forgo the ac but it will need a good heater and be able to handle snow, slush and ice. Hot summer days(+30 deg C) in a city is hard on batteries as is -30 deg c . Also such a short wheelbase ligh weightcar is going to be tricky on slippery roads at any speed, be like driving a go-cart

  • @marktanzi4803
    @marktanzi4803 3 года назад

    Of course! I will buy this Wuling mini ev. Please bring Wuling to Japan.

  • @RealButcher
    @RealButcher 3 года назад

    Nice car to consider ... I was thinking about the Citroen Ami One, but this has way more ... more, everything.
    I would definitively buy this.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      The Ami One is definitely more cute but the Wuling is more functional with its speed and space.

    • @sandorbakos3157
      @sandorbakos3157 3 года назад +1

      I was also Ami fun before this. But this miniEV is far more cost effective.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      @@sandorbakos3157 I love the looks of the Ami One but the Wuling MINI EV is significantly larger, faster, more substantial, and cheaper.

  • @alainpierre
    @alainpierre 3 года назад +1

    I think it'll be a good competition to Citröen AMI. AMI has similar price in Europe. Around 6,000 euros. And no license is requiered 'cause it's classified as a quadricycle. So even teenagers (at 14 y.o.) can drive.

  • @moefar5400
    @moefar5400 3 года назад

    With Seven grands US grant, you will get 1400 back if you buy one in US?

    • @walden6272
      @walden6272 3 года назад

      If true, I would definitely buy it as a secondary car. It looks fun to drive. We probably need to write a letter to CEO of GM and tell him to get this car here to the US Market ASAP.

  • @Buddy862
    @Buddy862 3 года назад

    Bro what is the electricity cost of full charge in dollars

    • @walden6272
      @walden6272 3 года назад

      That depends on your electric company. Ask them for their rates and see how much you need to fully charge it.

  • @CarringtonHollister
    @CarringtonHollister 3 года назад

    I have one thing to say: where do I sign

  • @deepakmittal9122
    @deepakmittal9122 3 года назад

    When it is coming to India???

  • @borisanelic6388
    @borisanelic6388 3 года назад +1

    I live in the EU in the country of birth of Nikola Tesla.
    how it behaves on hills because I live in Rijeka which is flat by the sea but the houses and settlements are at 200 m above sea level. what speed does it reach on the terrain with higher hills.
    It is 15 km from my house to the workplace, but the altitude difference is 200 meters. '' Please answer how far can it travel in these conditions and at what speed?

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      Boris, I can't tell you how it would drive in your area but the 2021 model is getting a boost in power (29 kWh or 39 hp) and 200 km range. Plus the 2021 model gets dual airbags.

  • @cyberslacker5150
    @cyberslacker5150 3 года назад +4

    This car is great here in the USA for college students for zipping around a university campus, or for high school and middle school students, for elderly folks in Florida that drive golf carts because they are no longer eligible for a drivers license, or for downtown deliveries, or for driving indoors in large warehouses. Too bad the USA is a regulation nightmare with no freedom to make your own choices Hurray for China freedom!

  • @hawkkim1974
    @hawkkim1974 3 года назад

    even 7K would be quite an attractive price. Hope it is as reliable as it looks.

  • @MRREVILOable
    @MRREVILOable 3 года назад

    The pricing is the selling point! No other car can challenge this price

  • @carmenfodorean
    @carmenfodorean 2 года назад

    Cum se poate comanda o mașină an Romania

  • @user-sm8gc1mf3j
    @user-sm8gc1mf3j 3 года назад +1

    this car is very popular in china ! selled more than 30,000 cars last month!

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      Thank you for your comment. That's great. I hope they have incredible success because we need this car in the rest of the world.

    • @lesterhorton4807
      @lesterhorton4807 3 года назад

      you're dogy guy

  • @designbam780
    @designbam780 3 года назад +6

    I would like to order 150 for my cab company!

    • @edwinchoo7831
      @edwinchoo7831 3 года назад +1

      BYD specifically manufactured a no frills EV for Ride Hailing Company in China, DIDI CHUNXING

  • @garyingersoll2460
    @garyingersoll2460 3 года назад +1

    I hope this car is sold in America... I love the low price.....

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      I agree. It would be a refreshing change to the $20k+ cost for most new cars.

  • @b1k873
    @b1k873 3 года назад

    I think this would work very well if there was a production plant here in Kenya for these cars not just bringing it due to import taxes and transportation costs.
    I expected these cars to come along as soon as the electric cars started being mass produced.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад +1

      That would be great if they could manufacture in Kenya. It would make the price much more competitive.

  • @ahmd-mi9964
    @ahmd-mi9964 3 года назад

    But is it ever going to come to US or UK ?

    • @walden6272
      @walden6272 3 года назад +1

      I hope it does. Gas prices in US is too high. I rather buy this miniEV to commute to work and grocery. So practical and cost saving.

    • @ahmd-mi9964
      @ahmd-mi9964 3 года назад

      @@walden6272 the market monopoly guys in car industry, commercial lobbies, corrupt lobbies/politicians and good safety standards, will not allow the industry to be undercut by such cheap value products.
      No matter how beneficial for ordinary people's interests, that's why we have wars, economic and military ones.

    • @walden6272
      @walden6272 3 года назад +1

      @@ahmd-mi9964 Yea you are right.

  • @deepakghogerker5348
    @deepakghogerker5348 3 года назад

    India me mil saqti hai kya

  • @armchairwarrior963
    @armchairwarrior963 3 года назад

    I want one!

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      I agree. Wish it could come to the US.

  • @1978rayking
    @1978rayking 3 года назад

    I would consider for the price because I live in no power plugs outside condo's so I need a gas car but would buy elictric cheap car as a second.

    • @albertloxton4520
      @albertloxton4520 3 года назад

      this car can recharge itself with regular family electricity plug, 220V 50Hz since it’s currently sold in China, you don’t really need any particular EV power plugs for it. That’s one of the reasons of why it sells good.

  • @leehall4595
    @leehall4595 3 года назад

    Looks great but we still need recharge stations.

  • @rudysuliantoro9283
    @rudysuliantoro9283 3 года назад

    Indonesia incoming........ Electric & victory

  • @asusreviews
    @asusreviews 3 года назад

    I'm sure it would meet neighborhood vehicle safety standards (basically just a golf cart that you can drive on the street at like

  • @keepitprivate3856
    @keepitprivate3856 3 года назад +1

    the reason is because this vehicle's market positioning is the replacement of electric scooters
    and in china there is long list in licence plate waiting comparing to instant use and (by now) free of electric car plate
    so when people considering the "safety feature" they should not look at cars buy other alternatives like bike, scooters

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      Thank you yinky for your valuable info. That's great that China is incentivizing usage of electric cars with instant license plates vs gasoline cars with long wait list. Do you live in China?

    • @keepitprivate3856
      @keepitprivate3856 3 года назад +1

      @@carsavvy4764 no
      there are too many car in the city....
      I hear some people even starting to worry govt will limit green plate in the future too
      fact is people rather to take metro instead of driving during peak hour

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      @@keepitprivate3856 That would be bad for EV adoption if the govt limited the green license plates.

    • @keepitprivate3856
      @keepitprivate3856 3 года назад +1

      @@carsavvy4764 considering the major cities is already regulate the day car is permitted to drive, its very likely in the future
      But there are lots of incentives for using green, the regular car plate cost 15000 usd in major cities

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      @@keepitprivate3856 Wow $15000 for a regular car plate. That's so expensive. It would discourage a lot of people from buying a gas car.
      Thank you for that useful info.

  • @ahmd-mi9964
    @ahmd-mi9964 3 года назад

    I definitely think it should come to US and Europe, and rest of the parts of the world.
    I would definitely buy one.

  • @muhammadhamzasajjad9358
    @muhammadhamzasajjad9358 3 года назад

    ac works or not

  • @danwu109
    @danwu109 3 года назад

    I would buy the upgraded version which has a bigger battery and longer range if it comes to Thailand. I seldom do long distance trips so I think this car will meet my needs and is very good value for my money.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      I think it's a good choice for a lot of people's needs.

  • @lloydn1510
    @lloydn1510 2 года назад

    I would buy one the first day there in u.s. I just hope the price stays under 10 grand.

  • @ufoformdad5845
    @ufoformdad5845 Год назад

    I drive 10 miles everyday from home to school. This is a perfect solution for me.

  • @laudemirthomaz476
    @laudemirthomaz476 3 года назад

    QUANDO SERÁ QUE CHEGARÁ NO BRASIL??????

  • @falak9
    @falak9 3 года назад +2

    Ready to pay 6K USD and willing 2 buy 2 if come to Pakistan

  • @GwenAllyssor
    @GwenAllyssor 3 года назад

    is it air-conditioned?

  • @seye8eyes
    @seye8eyes 3 года назад +1

    We live in a modern age with artificial intelligence and cameras everywhere it is not about the crash test it is about out flow ting on water especially with the climate change and the flooding in many places around the world

  • @ronaldderooij1774
    @ronaldderooij1774 3 года назад

    I need one size bigger and faster. Something like the Opel Corsa E. Currently I drive the Mitsubishi Mirage/Space Star. I could consider electrifying it. Maybe that would be even cheaper.

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      Maybe check out the Ora Good Cat.

  • @hieroglyph321
    @hieroglyph321 3 года назад +2

    Style it up just a touch and this would be a global smash ... excellent value and perfect for it's purpose. Kudos. If it was available in London I'd buy one now with a view to upgrading to a 5 door in two years when there are more Tesla-alternatives out there (yes, credit to Tesla for opening up EV but I have a toxic reaction to their brand. Will never buy one).

  • @MrTerence1970
    @MrTerence1970 11 месяцев назад

    I would buy not one but 2 if price is very affordable cos my family of 5 needs 2 such versatile cars.

  • @charleycooke6163
    @charleycooke6163 3 года назад

    Would be able to help distribute it in Nigeria. It would sell like wild fire 🔥🔥🔥

  • @clarenceclutterbuck
    @clarenceclutterbuck 3 года назад

    The car looks really good to me. It would suit the transport needs of many people at a highly affordable price and for some would make a great second car for local shopping trips and commuting. I give it an unreserved thumbs up. Why don't Western countries have affordable utilitarian green cars like this on sale already?

  • @michaelanderson9792
    @michaelanderson9792 3 года назад

    If the Kandi K 23 & K27 can be imported then I hope this car makes it also just what EV consumer's need is a affordable grosery getter car

    • @carsavvy4764
      @carsavvy4764  3 года назад

      You're right. It can be done. I just hope they don't mark it up 3x like they did the K27. K27 is a $4200 car in China.

  • @JJSmith1100
    @JJSmith1100 3 года назад

    Obviously its not competition for Tesla, that would like saying a Golf is a threat to Porsche, but this will be a great car for the city, its cheap and very practical. This will be the ideal car for me to travel to work and back (about a 50km round trip) and if I can plug it in at work my boss pay the fuel ;)

  • @julianagil2427
    @julianagil2427 3 года назад

    Is cute, I would drive it. I just wonder if a 6 ft person would fit in it

  • @rizzlerazzleuno4733
    @rizzlerazzleuno4733 3 года назад

    I want one painted to look like a ladybug. 🐞🙂