The Funky Cat electric car from Ora is somewhat reminiscent of a Beetle. (Photo: © Ora)
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New: Ora is the name of a Chinese newcomer who wants to get involved with his "Funky Cat." We tested the all-electric vehicle.
Since 2018, the brand Time. And because Cats are considered lucky charms in China, the still young brand named their first electric car "Funky Cat"The 4,24-meter-long car belongs to the group Great Wall Engine (WWM), can be found in the compact class classify and sets innovative milestones. These include a Face recognition and Voice controlg. The data will be stored on European servers, and the car will also be rated five stars in the NCAP crash test as stable and safe.
Visually, the Funky Cat is less reminiscent of a cat and more of a beetle. Inside you will find attractive materials with premium qualityThe driver is recognized by facial recognition, which Seat adjusts automatically and the Controls to your favorite positions, for example on the air conditioning and the radio stations It is also designed to detect whether the driver is fit or tired. The innovative voice control system works with artificial intelligence (AI) and steuert on voice command Temperature, opens or closes Window like tailgate.
The space is decent, and passengers can comfortably fit anywhere. Anyone who wants to complain can complain about the meager trunk volume of only 228 liters complain, with the capacity at folded backrests to 858 liters expanded. However, the loading area isn't even – and the Chinese cat can only carry 355 kilograms on board.
Progress is made possible by a 126 kW/171 hp electric motor, which accelerates the approximately 1,6-ton car quickly. The car corners quickly and is well damped even on poor roads. steering appears smooth and direct, but feels still slightly artificial.
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Mobility - electric drives
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The fuel consumption figures are impressive. During the test drives, the Cat was only slightly above the stated Consumption of 16,5 kWh. The power comes from a 63 kWh battery, which has a Range of up to 420 kilometersn promises. The test car, with a base price of €37.386,55 net, is not exactly cheap, but it comes with everything the range of options has to offer. This includes a Panoramic glass roof nebst many other electrical comfort features, the basically standard are there.
The entry-level model with a small 48 kWh battery is cheaper, starting at €32.764,71 net and including ships, Voice and camera recognition is also well equipped. With the small battery, the range is still 310 km. Small point deduction: The Fast charging takes quite a long timeThe battery takes 43 minutes to charge from 15 to 80 percent. Despite a few minor flaws, it's a good car!
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