Kandi Coco Explained

The Kandi Coco or KD08E was a small electric vehicle first available in the US in 2009, built by Kandi Technologies.^[1] For a short time, this vehicle was available with a large US tax credit and an additional tax credit in the state of Oklahoma, bringing the take-home cost of the vehicle to under US$1000.^[2] A gasoline version of the vehicle, the KD08A, was also available.^[3]

As of February 2013, the manufacturer has indicated the vehicle is still available for import to the US.^[4] The original vehicle from 2009 was advertised as a "neighborhood electric vehicle" with a top speed of 25MPH and a maximum range of 60 miles per charge. Later models have been advertised with a slightly updated body, a 6 kW/8 hp motor, and a top speed of 35MPH.^[5]

Specifications

• 72V 4 kW^[6] or 6 kW 3-phase AC induction motor
• 6 deep-cycle 12-volt Lead-Acid batteries
• Integrated battery conditioning and charging system
• 4-wheel disc brakes ^[7]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Kandi Coco, the Cheapest Car in the World: $865. Autoevolution.com. 23 December 2009.
2. Web site: Oklahomans, Buy $895 Electric Car Before It's Too Late. Jalopnik.com. 21 December 2009 .
3. Web site: New Recreational Vehicle: COCO mini car now in US . 2013-02-16 . 2016-01-30 . https://web.archive.org/web/20160130084704/http://www.smartmotorist.com/motorist-news/new-recreational-vehicle-coco-mini-car-now-in-us.html . dead .
4. Web site: Kandiusa Resources and Information. 17.kandiusa.com. 25 October 2021.
5. http://www.southeastgv.com/pdfs/COCOback.pdf
6. Web site: Electric Coco Flyer. Autoevolution.com. October 25, 2021.
7. Web site: Kandi Coco EV goes on sale in US for $865 - Drive. Caradvice.com.au. 25 October 2021.