Swiss company Micro is set to release its Microlino, an electric vehicle that shares visual similarities with the BMW Isetta. With a top speed of 90 km/h, the Microlino is well equipped for urban mobility and is intended as a city vehicle. It is just 1.47 meters wide and can travel up to 177 kilometers before it needs to be plugged in. However, with a starting price of 22,690 euros, it may be considered expensive for a 2.52 meter-long vehicle.
The Microlino is in the same class as the Renault Twizy, which has a maximum speed of 80 km/h. However, the Microlino has the advantage of being able to keep up in city traffic while the Twizy has a maximum speed of 45 km/h at L6e.
All Microlino versions can drive with rear-wheel drive, which produces 12.5 kW and 89 Nm of torque. It features independent suspension for all wheels, but different axle widths can compromise comfort.
The Microlino has a basic package that includes LED headlights, digital instruments, imitation leather, and a 13-inch steel wheel set. Space for two adults is provided, as well as 230 liters of luggage space for up to three crates of drinks.
Brand manager Ann-Christin Koch says, “Normal cars are basically much too big and too heavy for everyday use. The Microlino, on the other hand, is small, light and efficient and thus not only saves energy but also another important resource: Place.”
The Microlino features a self-supporting body made of a steel-aluminium mixture instead of the tubular space frame usually found in light vehicles. Deliveries are set to start in the second quarter of 2023.
