On the Lumeneo Smera

I must say, there are a lot of great things coming from France in the electric car world. Take, for example, the Lumeneo Smera. It is a hybrid of two concepts demonstrated in the Tango and the VentureOne. This in-line two-seater will tilt into turns, enhancing maneuverability and create an exciting driving experience.  The Smera will have a top speed of 80 mph, a 0-60 mph time of 8.0 seconds, and a 90 mile ev range.  Lumeneo’s complete specifications are listed in the table below.  However, safety-related information is noticeably absent.  At 350 lbs, I think I could push it over if I was determined enough, so how the vehicle holds up at high speeds and freeway gusts is a concern.  Lumeneo plans to producer 250 units in 2009 for the European market.  Price is in the range of 30 to 40,000 euros.

Here is the official Lumeneo promotional video:

Lumeneo Smera Specifications from Lumeneo Website:

DIMENSIONS
Doors / Seats	2 / 1+1
Length / width / height	2380 / 800 / 1450 (8 /2.6/4.8)	mm /feet
Wheelbase	1700 / 5.7	mm /feet
Track	655 / 2.1	mm /feet
Steering diameter	7 / 23.3	m /feet
Maximum tilting angle	25	°
Boot volume	70 / 150	liters
Weight (with batteries)	350 / 770	kg / lbs
Pneumatic dimensions	145/70 R14
MOTORISATION
Technology	Brushless electric motors with permanent magnets
Max Power	30 / 40	kW / Hp
Max Torque on wheels	1 000	Nm
Max Voltage	144	V
Technology	Lithium
Capacity	10	kWh
Battery weight	~80 / 180	kg / lbs
PERFORMANCES
Max speed	130 / 80	kph / mph
0-100 kph / 0 – 60 mph	8.0	s
RANGE	150 / 90	km / miles