Strom R3 is the Most Affordable Indian Electric Car (200-KM Range, Price 4.5 Lakh)
As the world automotive market is switching from IC engine cars to electric cars very quickly. Many startups, companies are coming with a new and great electric car equipped with futuristic design and technology to decelerate global warming and CO2 emissions.
Strom motors also developed a new 2-seater electric car for very busy Indian city roads which will come with luxury features and is affordable also for a medium-income family. Strom Motors started pre-booking of its one of the most affordable electric car Strom R3.
Strom R3 Highlights
- Strom R3 is a 2-seater electric car
- The maximum range of Strom R3 is 200 KM/Charge
- Triple touchscreen interface with gesture and voice controls
- Strom claims 80 Kmph top speed and Rs. 0.40/km mileage of Strom R3
- It will take 3 hours to 100% charge
- The cargo space on the rear side is 300L while on the front side is 100L
- 3 Years or 1,00,000 Kms warranty
- Ex-showroom Price of Strom R3 starts from 4.5 Lakh
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| Strom R3 will come with 200 Kilometers of the range per charge. it will take 3 hours only to 100% charge. Image: Strom Motors |
Strom R3 Exterior
The cool and compact exterior of the Strom R3 is designed for busy city traffic. The front fascia of this electric car is just like a compact car while the rear side is unique because of only one supporting wheel. This is a 3-wheel, 2-door, and 2-seater car which can be customized as a 3-seater also as per the owner's need by changing the seat type.
Strom has added a sunroof in this electric car also. The front grill of this car is bold and big. The projector headlamp and lights on ORVM are missing in the official image of the Strom R3, it could be excluded to lower the cost of this electric car.
This electric car is 2915mm long and the chassis of this is made from high strength steel space frame. Macpherson strut suspension is used on the front side of this car which uses less front space and provides more legroom to driver and co-driver. A dual shock absorber is used in the rear side suspension.
The ground clearance of this electric car is 185mm which is quite good for a car especially on Indian roads. Strom R3 will be available in 4 different 2-tone metallic colors with a rear roofline spoiler in all.
Strom R3 Interior
The interior of the Strom R3 is fully modern. You will get a remote keyless entry with power windows. For safety purposes, a 12-way adjustable driver seat and 3-point seatbelts added to this electric car. This car will come with climate control air-conditioning.
All infotainment system is digital with fully customizable interface. The primary 7-inch high brightness touchscreen is associated with two secondary digital touchscreens. Strom is equipped with 4G connectivity with GPS and an onboard turn-by-turn navigation system with voice control.
To provide a true feeling of the luxury car Strom R3 is enabled with features like a voice-controlled user interface, gesture control shortcuts, mobile connectivity, USB, and FM Radio.
Strom R3 Performance, Brakes and Wheels
Strom R3 is powered by a 15kW high-efficiency motor that generates 90 Nm of torque with an electronically controlled throttle and electronic reverse control system. The gearbox is an integrated high-performance single reduction gearbox type.A hydraulic disc brake has been added to the front side of this car and the rear brake is a drum brake. Strom has added 155 mm wide tyres in all three wheels and both the front tyres are alloy wheels while the rear tyre is of stamped steel type. Regenerative braking also comes with three aggressive, normal, and off modes in this electric car.
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| The interior of Strom R3 is loaded with full touchscreen infotainment with a voice control interface, turn by turn navigation. |
Strom R3 Specifications
- Model Type: Fully Electric 2-Door 2-Seater with Large Sun-Roof
- Battery: Lithium-Ion (more than 1,00,000 Kms Lifespan)
- Range Options: 120, 160 and 200 Km
- Top Speed: 80KMPH (Electronic Limited)
- Drive Modes: Eco, Normal and Sports
- Motor Power: 15 kW
- Motor Torque: 90 Nm
- Chassis: High Strength Steel Space Frame
- Front and Rear Suspension: Macpherson Strut and Dual Shock Absorbers
- Sunroof and Rear Roofline spoiler: Yes
- Ground Clearance: 185mm
- Front and Rear Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes and Drum brakes
- Front and Rear Wheels: Alloy and Stamped Steel
- Tyres: 155/80 R13
- Regenerative Braking: Yes
- Gearbox: Integrated Single-Speed In-line
- Accessibility: Remote keyless entry and power windows
- Safety: 12-way adjustable driver seat and 3-points seatbelts
- Comfort: AC with climate control
- Kerb Weight: 550 Kg
- Dimensions (L*W*H): 2915mm*1510mm*1545mm
- Cargo Space: 300L (rear side) and 100L (front side)
- Onboard Charger: Yes
- Warranty: 3 years or 1,00,000 Kms
- Mileage: Rs 0.40/Km
- Other features: Full touchscreen infotainment, 4G connectivity with GPS, Voice control interface
- Navigation: Voice control turn by turn navigation
- Music: Smart music playlist with 20GB storage
Strom R3 Price, Booking Amount, and Availability
Strom R3 electric car will be available in Mumbai and Delhi first. The ex-showroom price of the Strom R3 starts with Rupees 4,50,000 (around 6200 dollars). Pre-booking of Strom R3 started now with a fully refundable amount of Rupees 10,000. Strom R3 is receiving a great response and pre-booking orders now.
Our verdict
Since the fuel price is soaring high in India all are looking for another alternative and an electric car is the best option. But the problem with an electric car is that it's too costly for a medium-income or lower-income family. Electric cars like Hyundai Kona, Tata Nexon, and MG ZS EV are available in India but the price is very high compared to Strom R3.
Hence, Strom R3 is a great option for lower-income and medium-income families. Strom motor has targeted these customers because there is a huge gap between a luxury electric car and an affordable electric car in India. Strom R3 will sure be a game-changer electric car in the Indian market.