London-based electric vehicle startup Ark Motors has officially started delivering its first model offering, a battery-powered microcar called “Ark Zero,” in the UK and France.
According to Electrek, Ark Zero is probably the cheapest e-microcar “in the west,” with a starting price of just £5,995 (about $7,500).
Ark Zero key details
The Ark Zero is under the quadricycle vehicle category that perfectly fits urban residents’ mobility needs.
This new model is part of the company’s goals of contributing to the global shift to clean and sustainable mobility.
“At ARK Motors, we are committed to creating the future of urban mobility that is smarter, smoother, and greener. By eliminating fossil fuel reliance and embracing electric vehicles like the ARK Zero, we can foster positive change in our communities and protect our planet for future generations.”
Ark Motors CEO Yilmaz Bora
Ark initially announced the model in late Q2 2023, immediately followed by first deliveries in late Q3 2023.
Exterior
The Ark Zero boasts a sunroof that gives drivers and passengers a superior traveling experience. It also improves the lighting and ambiance inside the car.
It is available in three body paints: white, black, and grey.
As for the dimensions of the model, below are the details:
| Ark Zero | Dimensions |
| Lenght | 2500 mm |
| Width | 1202 mm |
| Height | 1625 mm |
| Minimum turning diameter | ≤8500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1720 mm |
Interior
Ark’s new electric microcar features a tandem-like seating configuration. The company strategically installed a pair of seats one behind the other to maximize space.
The steering wheel is at the center of the dashboard. There is an audio system on one side and some physical controls on the other side. There is also a small storage at each door.
Key features include the following:
•Electric Windows
•Sunroof
•Remote Key
•One-button Start
•Wiper
•Heater
• LED Lights
•Reverse Camera
•LCD Screen
•Bluetooth
•USB Charging
•Radio
•Speaker
Technical specs
Presented below are the key specifications of the Ark Zero:
| Ark Zero | Specs |
| WMTC Range | 50.3 Miles |
| Motor Power | 2.2 Kw |
| Top Speed | 28 Mph |
| Rated Capacity | 80 Ah |
| Weight | 489 Kg |
| Battery | Lithium-ion battery |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut Suspension |
See Also:
- The cheapest electric cars in the key markets across the world as of 2023
- City Transformer to revolutionize urban mobility with its all-electric CT-1 unveiled at the Paris Motor Show
- The Kilow La Bagnole is a tiny French EV meant for urban and off-road adventures
- Ark Invest Chief rated AI for Tesla’s FSD tech progress at 4 out of 5
- Nissan and Mitsubishi launched electric Minicars in Japan
Interested buyers can reserve an order for £2,995.00 regardless of the body paint. Ark indicated that the estimated delivery for the Zero EV is between 14 and 16 weeks.
