On the Lumeneo Smera

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.  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

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