Mahindra
& Mahindra Ltd has launched eSupro – India’s first zero emission, all
electric cargo and passenger vans. eSupro comes with two variants - cargo and
passenger and are priced at Rs. 8.45 lakh & Rs. 8.75 lakh respectively(ex-showroom
Delhi, post state subsidy and FAME incentive). Powered by the electric drive
train technology from Mahindra Electric, a high-torque electric motor and a
direct drive transmission, the eSupro can effortlessly drive through city
traffic.
The electric
motor produces power of 25kW, 90 Nm of Torque
and can achieve a top speed of 60 kmph. Charging the vehicle is simple. Plug it
into a 15amp plug point and the vehicle will take 8 hours 45 minutes for a full
charge. Once it's is fully charged, the vehicle can travel for up to 112 kms
(based on vehicle loading).The eSupro platform will cater primarily to the B2B
segment and would be available across Mahindra dealerships across India with
immediate effect.
Pravin Shah,
President and Chief (Automotive), Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. commented, “As
one of the pioneers in integrated mobility solutions in India, it has always
been our endeavor to make electric vehicles more accessible. The launch of
eSupro will usher in a whole new concept in emission-free cargo transportation
and people movement. Going forward, the eSupro will provide a much needed
fillip to companies in the B2B and e-commerce segment.”
Arvind
Mathew, Chief Executive Officer, Mahindra Electric, mentioned, “Owing to its
host of commercial applications and its suitability for last mile connectivity,
the eSupro platform is ideally suited for deployment in e-commerce, courier
services and transportation companies for intra city use. Going forward zero emission
vehicles will drive the Future of Mobility, reduce emission and build an
ecosystem for electric mobility in India, at par with its foreign
counterparts.”