The Dodge Circuit EV design screams pure sports car
from every angle. The Dodge Circuit EV’s profile demonstrates perfect
proportions for balanced handling, placing the driver and passenger midway
along the wheelbase. At the front of the vehicle, the distinctive Dodge
crosshair grille splits the wind, sending it over the long, low hood and
cleanly over the windshield and cockpit. The body sides feature a deep scallop,
providing visual depth and also a functional rear-brake air duct. At the rear,
the functional elements blend with design to create a uniform finish.
The Dodge Circuit EV is adorned in all-new
“Tangoreen” exterior color, wearing large “EV” graphics on both sides of the
sports car. The uncomplicated interior of the Dodge Circuit EV delivers a
combination of pure function and athletic refinement. The cockpit design puts
complete control of the car at the driver’s fingertips. Nestled within a
leather-covered instrument cluster are two primary analog-face gauges. A
digital display conveys information regarding the electric-drive system.
The seats feature deep bolsters and are covered in
premium leather. The same premium leather covers the center console and the
width of the instrument panel. The Dodge Circuit EV delivers all of the
convenience features of a performance sports car, including premium sound
system, power windows and door locks, air conditioning, speed control.
Propelled by a completely electric ENVI drivetrain,
the Dodge Circuit EV posts impressive performance numbers:
- 0-60 mph in less than 5 seconds
- ¼-mile in 13 seconds
- Top speed of more than 120 mph
Perhaps the most impressive Dodge Circuit EV number,
however, is zero. That’s how much gasoline the vehicle consumes while providing
exhilarating sports car performance. It’s also how much tailpipe emissions are
produced.
The Dodge Circuit EV utilizes just three powertrain
components. These include a 200 kW (268 horsepower) electric motor to drive the
wheels, an advanced lithium-ion battery system to power the electric-drive
motor, and a controller that manages energy flow.
Working with the latest advanced lithium-ion battery
technology, the Dodge Circuit EV has a driving range of 150 to 200 miles
between charges – more than triple the average daily commute of most consumers.
Recharging the vehicle is a simple one-step process: plugging into a standard
110-volt household outlet. The recharge time can be cut in half by using a
typical 220-volt household appliance power outlet. The Dodge Circuit EV offers
driving enthusiasts a performance sport