The pickup truck segment is benefiting from the strong sales of SUVs . Until recently, these types of vehicles were frowned upon by those looking for a car for both off-road driving and city driving. The reason for this was the type of technology that powered them , which significantly hampered their dynamic qualities. Now, thanks to technological advancements, they have improved considerably, but this is no longer the only reason for purchase.
The electrification of pickup trucks is attracting the attention of many customers. Companies like Tesla, Rivian, and General Motors are working tirelessly to develop these types of vehicles. However, they aren't the only ones working in this segment. One of the most intriguing, and perhaps even deceptive, examples is the Kandi K32, which we'll introduce here. You might ask, "Why?" It's quite simple: because it's not what it seems, and you'll see why.
The performance of the electric powertrain of the Kandi K32, attention, is 21 kW (28,56 hp) of power…
In case you've forgotten, Kandi Technologies Group is a small Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer . Their creations are usually limited to the lower market segments, but with the K32 they've aimed to enter the mid-size pickup truck market. This is evident from the images, but when we tell you about its technical specifications (especially its power), your perception of this model will change radically.
According to the technical specifications, the Kandi K32 is powered by an electric drivetrain . The system operates through two motors, providing all-wheel drive. However, there's a catch: it only produces 21 kW (28,56 hp) . Furthermore, it's unclear whether this figure refers to a single motor or both. Therefore, you can imagine its performance.
According to Kandi, the K32 has a final weight of 1.855 kg and a payload capacity of up to 575 kg. Therefore, its top speed of 105 km/h seems almost laughable. However, several battery capacity options are available. The basic, standard-range model has a 20,7 kWh lithium-ion battery that provides a range of 96 km.
The long-range variant , meanwhile, has a 50 kWh battery pack . The manufacturer claims it achieves a range of 241 kilometers with this. Regarding its technology, the cabin features a 10-inch central touchscreen in a vertical orientation. Active driving aids are conspicuously absent, although, given that it's a work vehicle, "they don't really matter." But would you buy it knowing what you know now?
Source – Kandi America
