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Micro Microlino 2.0 14 kWh (17 Hp)
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Micro Microlino:
The Microlino is a four-wheeled, battery electric bubble car manufactured by the company Micro since its introduction in 2022. The microcar is available in two versions as either a light or a heavy quadricycle, with the latter having a top speed of 90 km/h.
The Microlino is equipped with a trunk, a sunroof, a front-opening door, and externally mounted headlights. It can be charged with either a household or a Type 2 connector with no fast charging capability. As a microcar, it contains aspects of a car and motorcycle, and has 50% fewer parts than a typical automobile and its environmental footprint is up to 60% lower than that of a conventional electric vehicle....(Read more on Wikipedia)
2.0 Overview:
Micro Microlino (2.0). Weighing only 535 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 90 km/h. A lightweight four-wheeled vehicle, often used for short-distance travel. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
14 kWh (17 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Maintains the consistent 17 Hp output, providing nimble and responsive acceleration for urban environments, with a top speed of 90 km/h.
Fuel Economy
Offers the best electric range among the Microlino 2.0 lineup, making it suitable for longer city trips or less frequent charging. Exceptional running costs due to its electric powertrain.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extremely compact and easy to park in urban areas
- • Zero tailpipe emissions and low running costs
- • Unique and eye-catching design
- • Nimble and agile for city driving
- • Rear-wheel drive for improved traction
Cons:
- • Limited top speed (90 km/h) not suitable for highways
- • Basic safety features compared to conventional cars
- • Small trunk space (230 l)
- • Only two seats, limiting practicality for more passengers
- • Ride comfort may be firm due to compact size
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(1.0: 2018 - 2022).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Micro |
| Model: | Microlino |
| Generation: | 2.0 |
| Modification (Engine): | 14 kWh (17 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Quadricycle |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Maximum speed: | 90 km/h, Electronically limited |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 31.5 kg/Hp, 31.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 166.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 535 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 230 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 2519 mm mm [84mm more] |
| Width: | 1473 mm mm [27mm less] |
| Height: | 1501 mm mm [42mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the rear wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 14 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| System power: | 17 Hp |
| System torque: | 89 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 230 km |
| Electric motor power: | 17 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 89 Nm |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
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