On Pakistan’s 75th Birthday, DICE Foundation has gifted the country with Nur-E 75 – Pakistan’s first indigenous electric hatchback car!
This electric vehicle prototype has been designed and developed by DICE Foundation, a U.S.-based non-profit organization run by Pakistani expatriates, along with support from local academia and industry. The prototype of Pakistan’s first electric hatchback has been named Nur-E (named after Noor). The name of the Electric Car company is named JaXari (named after a scientist from the 12 century, Ismael al-Jazari).
Specs and Features
Some of the specs and features of this electric hatchback include:
- 5 Seater, 5 Door Hatchback
- Peak Power: 107 hp (80 KW)
- Peak Torque: 200 Nm
- Range: 210 km+ with AC on (actual range still to be tested)
- Battery size: 35 KwHr
- Wheel/Tire Size – R16 205 / 55
- Charging time
Slow charging – 7 to 8 hr (from regular 220V outlet)
Fast charging – 2 hr (from fast DC chargers, still to be tested)
The unveiling event started today at 4.00 pm and displayed the prototype in all its glory. Here are some exclusive pictures of the car!
The concept of Nur-E is still in the initial phase but is a great and first-of-its-kind initiative taken by the Pakistani automotive industry. DICE Foundation plans on securing ample investment to produce the prototype commercially, which may take up to 3 years.
This indeed is a great gift by the DICE foundation for the people of Pakistan on Independence Day. It is a great sign that the local market is preparing for indigenous EVs. The current auto policy of Pakistan has largely focused on EVs as the government believes that EV is the future of cars. We hope that more more players will enter in this sector, both global and domestic. Let us hope for a great future of locally-assembled EVs in Pakistan.
What do you think of this prototype? And how much do you think it would cost? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
All depends on the price now. Otherwise seems to be a good car for city driving if reasonably priced