FAW Group has started accepting pre-orders for the new Bestune Pony mini electric car. The official premiere of the “youth” novelty will take place at the end of May, but photos and some information are already available.
Despite its compact size and toy appearance, this is a full-fledged four-seater car. In addition, for only 3900 – 4800 dollars.
The design of the front part of the Bestune Pony body resembles a frightened animal. In the top configuration, it is equipped with round LED headlights. Body design – 3-door hatchback. The dimensions of the model are not specified. The Bestune Pony is expected to be comparable in size to the Wuling Hongguang MINI EV. In the latter, they are 2920 x 1493 x 1621 mm with a wheelbase of 1940 mm.
The body palette includes six “berry” shades: cherry, grape, blueberry, lime, small lychee and pearl lychee. They all match the white front fascia, bumpers, door moldings and roof. The wheels are also painted white.
The interior of the hatchback is simple and practical: a steering wheel with a flat bottom and a built-in combination switch responsible for headlights and cruise control. According to the company, the top version of the Pentium Pony is standardly equipped with driver's airbags, front and rear seat belts. Multimedia system without navigation, but with radio and the ability to listen to music via USB.
The power of the single electric motor in the Pentium Pony is 27 hp. The battery pack is available with a capacity of 9.4 kWh, 9.98 kWh and 13.9 kWh. Range – from 122 to 170 km according to the Chinese measuring cycle CLTC.
The official premiere of the FAW Bestune Pony will take place at the end of May.