The Kandi Coco or KD08E was a small electric vehicle first available in the US in 2009, built by Kandi Technologies.[1] For a short time, this vehicle was available with a large US tax credit and an additional tax credit in the state of Oklahoma, bringing the take-home cost of the vehicle to under US$1000.[2] A gasoline version of the vehicle, the KD08A, was also available.[3]

As of February 2013, the manufacturer has indicated the vehicle is still available for import to the US.[4] The original vehicle from 2009 was advertised as a "neighborhood electric vehicle" with a top speed of 25MPH and a maximum range of 60 miles per charge. Later models have been advertised with a slightly updated body, a 6 kW/8 hp motor, and a top speed of 35MPH.[5]

The Kandi Coco small electric vehicle.

Specifications

References

  1. "Kandi Coco, the Cheapest Car in the World: $865". Autoevolution.com. 23 December 2009.
  2. "Oklahomans, Buy $895 Electric Car Before It's Too Late". Jalopnik.com. 21 December 2009.
  3. "New Recreational Vehicle: COCO mini car now in US". Archived from the original on 2016-01-30. Retrieved 2013-02-16.
  4. "Kandiusa Resources and Information". 17.kandiusa.com. Retrieved 25 October 2021.
  5. "Electric Coco Flyer" (PDF). Autoevolution.com. Retrieved October 25, 2021.
  6. "Kandi Coco EV goes on sale in US for $865 - Drive". Caradvice.com.au. Retrieved 25 October 2021.


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