Norway Based CityQ Electric Vehicle Is Expected To Arrive In India: Available In Two Variants

Speaking ElectricVehicleWeb.in, Morten Rynning, founder & CEO, CityQ, confirmed that they are looking to enter the Indian market. They are currently searching for a licencing partner for local manufacturing of eBike in India. It will help the company to price the electric quadricycle aggressively as well.

The company has been developing the product with experts and international partners from both four-wheeler and two-wheeler communities. It is has been designed to function similar to a car.

The CityQ ebike feature pedals but do not feature a chain drive to power the wheels. Instead, the company uses software to help with power transmission. It also eliminates the use of mechanical components that is subjected to usual wear and tear.

It also features a host of drive modes like reverse, cruise control, regenerating brakes, heavy cargo mode, and automatic gearing. The electric-quadricycle also of features a smartphone application to open/lock, track and even rent the eBike.

Speaking about the powertrain on the CityQ eBike it features a two-way side-mounted 48V/ 125W electric motors that are paired to an 800W lithium-polymer battery pack. It features a claimed driving range of 70kms to 100kms from a single charge and can reach a top speed limited to 25km/h.

The eBike features a rotating side doors that can be either partly or fully enclosed, the capacity to transport passengers as well as cargo rear seat for children, a storage compartment, cruise control and an enclosed cabin for weather protection; among others. It weighs 70kg and features a Composite and Aluminium chassis with 20 inches wheels.

Priced for the CityQ in Norway started at 7,450 Euros which is around Rs 6.3 lakh. However, the company has said that it is planning to introduce lower variants. The company has received close to 500 preorder requests within a month.

Thoughts About Norway Based CityQ Electric Vehicle Is Expected To Arrive In India

The CityQ eBike provides an efficient and convenient way of commuting within the city. It could also be targeted at last-mile connectivity and ride-sharing platforms as well. However, India is a very price-sensitive market and it will play a major role in the brand's success in the country. The eBike come packed with a host of features and app connectivity to provide an enhanced experience with the electric vehicle.