The electric city car from Geely Group called Panda mini is another competitor to the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV. Its interior and specs were unveiled in China. It has two screens and up to 200 km of range.
The story of Panda mini confusing naming
First, we should mention the confusing badging of the Geely Panda mini. In September, it showed up in MIIT announcements under the Geometry brand with another name. This vehicle was simply called ‘M2’. Later, it has showed up in the MIIT announcements once again. But this time Geely decided to change its name to ‘Panda mini’. They’ve also added a strange ‘GEOME’ lettering on the front and the rear end of the Panda mini. It hints at the connection of this tiny vehicle to the Geometry brand. However, the Panda mini will become a part of the Geely model line. So its naming and badging may confuse someone.
What Do We Know About Geely Panda Mini?
The Geely Panda mini is an all-electric city car with two doors and cute styling. Its dimensions are 3065/1522/1600 mm with a wheelbase of 2015 mm. So the Panda mini is 155 mm longer, 29 mm wider, and 21 mm lower than the Hongguang Mini EV. This vehicle’s curb weight reaches 797 km, and its top speed is limited to 100 km/h. An electric motor for 41 hp powers the Geely Panda mini.
Panda Mini Interior And Specs
Let’s crack on with the interior shots of the Geely Panda mini. It is finished in fine pink color. First, we should mention its two-spoke steering wheel with a flat bottom. The steering looks sporty indeed, but a lot of automakers use a D-shaped wheel to increase space for driver’s legs. Behind the steering wheel, we may notice a pair of black levers behind the steering wheel. And they don’t match with the pink interior of the Panda mini.
The center console of the Panda mini has two screens. The first one is a strip instrument panel monitor with a diameter of 9.2 inches. As for the main screen, it has a smaller diameter of 8 inches. Under the main screen, we can see two air vents and a block of physical buttons. And at the lowest point of the center console, we can see two USB ports. On the right, we can see a pair of open compartments. So it’s obvious that the front passenger won’t have an air bag. The thing is, the Panda mini simply doesn’t have enough space for it. The center tunnel of the Panda mini got a rotary gear shifter and two window switches.
Now, let’s get to the specs of the Geely Panda mini. According to the latest information, it will have up to 200 km of range. What is also important is that it will have a possibility of 22 kW fast charging. Geely mentioned that the Panda mini will be able to charge up from 30% to 80% in 30 minutes. As for the zero-to-hundred percent charging, it will take 68 minutes. It will also have an AC charging port for 7 kW. With an AC charging station, it will be able to charge up in 3 hours. The Panda Mini will have two driving modes: Normal and Sport. Moreover, it will have 3 different recuperation modes.
Previously, there were rumors that the Panda mini’s price range will be around 40,000 – 50,000 RMB (5,730 – 7,165 USD). More on the Panda mini as we get it.
Source: Autohome
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