Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari Unveils Kinetic E-Luna In India. In Pics

Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has unveiled the electric return of the popular Luna nameplate in India.

Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has unveiled the electric return of the popular Luna nameplate in India. Priced at Rs 69,990, the E-Luna is one of the most affordable electric two-wheelers.

The E-Luna has a 150 kg payload capacity and has a 2.0 kWh lithium-ion battery pack which delivers a range of 110 km on a single charge. (Image Source: Somnath Chatterjee)

Other E-Luna variants include that of a smaller 1.7 kWh, 2.0 kWh and a larger 3.0 kWh battery pack with 150 km per charge riding range. The E-Luna also is fast charging compliant while getting swappable battery options. (Image Source: Somnath Chatterjee)

Top speed of the E-Luna is 50 km/h while in terms of features it has a real-time DTE or “Distance to Empty” range indicator plus combi-braking system, telescopic front suspension, 16inch wheels, USB charging port, three riding modes, a detachable rear seat, and side stand sensor. (Image Source: Somnath Chatterjee)

Kinetic Green claims that the E-Luna’s Total cost of ownership would be below Rs. 2,500 per month which includes an EMI of around Rs 2,000 per month and charging cost of just Rs 300 per month. The E-Luna has a functional appearance which is simple and minimalistic while it also has a removable seat. (Image Source: Somnath Chatterjee)

A full charge takes places in four hours while the two wheeler itself is quite light at 96kgs . While it may be basic and utilitarian, the E-Luna packs decent and the required features while focussing on practicality which includes a load carrying capacity of 150kgs. (Image Source: Somnath Chatterjee)

The ergonomics also makes it easy to ride with a focus on practicality. There are five colours on offer with the E-Luna and bookings start from Rs 500 only while deliveries will take place soon. (Image Source: Somnath Chatterjee)