NXR and NXG, two stunners from Reva's stable

When the entire automobile industry is racing towards the age of electricity, the Reva Electric Car Company is leading from the front as it prepares to launch two new models - Reva NXR and NXG. The Reva Electric Car Co. has joined forces with Bannon Automotive, a new electric car company in Freeport, New York, to assemble the three-door plug-in hatchback NXR at a site in the Syracuse area.

The three-door, four-seater NXR is more spacious compared to the previous models of the carmaker. It can accelerate to a maximum speed of 105 km/h with a range of 160 kilometers on a single charge of its lithium-ion battery pack. Moreover, the car will come with a 15-minute fast-charge capability, even though the full charge would take eight hours from astandard household outlet.

Other exciting features of the Reva NXR include keyless entry and operation, dual charge ports, intelligent digital display and a host of telematics. These include SMS alerts and commands such as distance-to-empty and time-to-full charge, remote cabin heat/cool, service and insurance alerts, a monthly eco-drive check by email and healing and REVive remote emergency charge.

in case a customer runs out of charge, they can call or SMS Reva's 24X7customer support centre and a remote charge enables the Reva new models to continue driving within a few minutes. Meanwhile, another e-mini is taking birth in the Reva stable, the NXG. Wide as a supercar, the NXG's muscular styling and design are both futuristic and sensual. It will be more powerful with a top speed of 130km/h and an efficiency of 200 km per charge. The NXG also comes with REVive 4 Wheel disc brakes with integrated regenerative braking, along with all the advanced technologies that the NXR possesses.

"The two cars target two different consumer sets. The NXR is perfect second car; it is automatic, easy to drive, park and safe. It will have optional solar panels on the top. The NXG, on the other hand, is a complete lifestyle fun car," said Mr. Chetan Maini, Chief Technology Officer and Deputy Chairman of Reva Electric Car Company.

he Reva NXR Intercity, excluding its lithium-ion batteries, will be about Rs 10.65 lakh, meanwhile the Reva NXR City, with lead acid batteries and a range of 80km, will be priced at about Rs 7.1 lakh. But, there is no word on when - and whether - the NXR and NXG will be launched in India. However, the unveiling of NXR and NXG at the Frankfurt Show was a remarkable step ahead in what is sure to be an intriguing journey for Electric Vehicle users worldwide.