Nora is preparing to introduce two electric vehicles, the NEO and the Metro, in Pakistan, offering urban commuters modern features and a claimed driving range of up to 300 kilometers. Both models fall into the L7 quadricycle category and share several key specifications, including battery capacity, motor power, maximum speed and charging time. They use a 23.1 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery paired with a 4 kW motor, and each has a claimed range of 250 to 300 kilometers on a single charge. The top speed of both vehicles is 70 km/h, and each model can accommodate four passengers, which places them as small city vehicles rather than long distance cars.
The electric vehicles feature rear wheel drive and a 72 volt electrical system, and the charging time is approximately six to eight hours. The Nora NEO has a modern exterior design and a range of convenience and safety features. Its equipment includes a 9 inch HD touchscreen, keyless entry, push button start and a multifunction steering wheel. The vehicle also comes with an electronic parking brake and disc brakes on all four wheels. The NEO has a wheelbase of 2,300 mm and ground clearance of 180 mm, and it rides on 175/70 R13 tires, which are the main dimensions that separate it from the Metro.
The Nora Metro offers a different design and equipment package. It includes touchscreen infotainment, keyless entry, push button start, power windows and a reversing camera. The Metro shares the battery capacity, motor power, claimed driving range and maximum speed of the NEO, so the difference between the two models lies mostly in appearance, equipment and dimensions. It has a longer wheelbase of 2,360 mm and greater ground clearance of 210 mm, and it uses larger 195/70 R14 tires. The higher ground clearance may suit roads that are uneven, although the company has not described the intended use of each model in further detail.
On pricing, the Nora NEO and Metro are reportedly priced below Rs. 3 million in Pakistan, although the company has yet to officially confirm their prices. The specifications that have been shared show two vehicles with the same powertrain and range that differ in features and body dimensions. Until the company announces official prices and a launch date, buyers who are interested in the NEO or the Metro will need to treat the reported price as an estimate, while the claimed range of up to 300 kilometers and charging time of six to eight hours remain the main figures given for both vehicles.
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