Qiantu K20

Qiantu K20
Overview
Manufacturer	Qiantu Motor
Production	Cancelled
Assembly	China: Suzhou
Body and chassis
Class	Subcompact car (B)
Body style	3-door hatchback
Layout	Front-motor, all-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Electric motor	Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Power output	214 hp (217 PS; 160 kW)
Transmission	1-speed direct-drive
Electric range	Up to 500 km (311 mi)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,326 mm (91.6 in)
Length	3,741 mm (147.3 in)
Width	1,624 mm (63.9 in)
Height	1,263 mm (49.7 in)
Curb weight	780 kg (1,719.6 lb)

The Qiantu K20 is a battery electric subcompact car produced by Qiantu Motor.

Overview

Qiantu K20 rear

In 2019, Qiantu Motor presented a prototype of a small electric car Qiantu K20 Concept and the production version of the K20 debuted two years later on the occasion of the company's return to the market after financial problems. ^[1] The subcompact hatchback received an avant-garde silhouette with an extensive set of embossments enabling two-color body painting and a wide package of vehicle styling personalization depending on the buyer's preferences. ^[2]

The K20 went on sale right after its premiere in June 2022, limited only to the Mainland Chinese market. The car was distinguished by the manufacturer's aggressive pricing policy, which assumed relatively low values, from 86,800 yuan for the basic variant and 149,800 yuan for the top version. ^[3]

Powertrains

The K20 is a fully electric car powered by a drive system that transmits power to both axles using a package of two electric motors with a power of 214 HP and 290 Nm of maximum torque. The sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) takes 4.7 seconds, which enables, among others: low total weight of 780 kg (1,720 lb). ^[2] The car can travel approximately 500 kilometers on one charge. ^[4]

References

1. "Qiantu K20 Comes Back with a Unique Electric Wagon Style". 7 June 2022. Retrieved 8 January 2023.
2. "Qiantu's two-seat compact car, K20, starts pre-sale with prices starting at around $13,070". 6 June 2022. Retrieved 8 January 2023.
3. "Qiantu K20 – chiński elektryk tańszy od Dacii, szybki jak Golf R" (in Polish). 7 June 2022. Retrieved 8 January 2023.
4. "China's Qiantu K20 Two-Seater EV Costs Just $13,000 Yet Is Really Quick" . Retrieved 8 January 2023.