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Batteries & Range

How far our electric cars go on a charge, how long the batteries last, and why we use LiFePO4.

Most people in Mallorca drive less than 40 km a day. Every car in our range goes well beyond that on a single charge – so for most owners, range is simply not something they think about.

How far will it go?

Our cars travel between 75 and 177 km on a charge, depending on the model. That is enough for:

  • a week of school runs and shopping trips around town, or
  • a day trip from Palma to the north of the island and back.

Range depends on how you drive. Hills, air conditioning and higher speeds use more energy; gentle town driving uses less. The figures we quote are for mixed island driving, not a laboratory.

What the battery numbers mean

You will see batteries described like this: 72V 150Ah LiFePO4 – 10.8 kWh.

  • kWh is the amount of energy the battery stores. It is the best single number for comparing range.
  • Ah (amp-hours) is the battery's capacity at its voltage. At the same voltage, more Ah means more range.
  • LiFePO4 is the battery chemistry – lithium iron phosphate.

Why LiFePO4?

Lithium iron phosphate is one of the safest and longest-lasting lithium chemistries. It copes well with heat – important in a Mallorcan summer – can be charged thousands of times, and needs no maintenance at all.

How long does a battery last?

A LiFePO4 battery typically keeps most of its capacity for thousands of charges. Charged a couple of times a week, that is many years of driving. Every battery is covered by a warranty of 5 to 8 years, depending on the model.

Last updated 23 Sep 2026

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The technical terms, in plain English

L6e light quadricycle
An EU class for small, light electric cars limited to 45 km/h. In Spain you can drive one from age 15 with an AM moped licence, which makes them ideal for town driving.
L7e heavy quadricycle
An EU class for compact electric cars that can reach up to 90 km/h. You need a B1 licence (from 16) or a normal car licence, and they can use main roads around the island.
Ah (amp-hours)
How much charge a battery can hold. At the same voltage, a higher Ah number means a bigger battery and more range between charges.
kWh (kilowatt-hours)
The amount of energy a battery stores – the best single number for comparing batteries. It is also how your electricity is billed, so it tells you roughly what a full charge costs.
CoC (Certificate of Conformity)
A document from the manufacturer confirming the car matches its EU-approved design. It is needed to register the car in Spain, and we supply it with every car.
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
A unique 17-character code stamped on the car – like a fingerprint. It appears on the registration papers and identifies the car for insurance and servicing.
LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate)
A type of lithium battery known for safety and long life. It handles heat well, can be charged thousands of times and does not need topping up or maintenance.
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
An electric motor that helps you turn the steering wheel, so parking and tight streets feel light and easy.
EU type approval
Official confirmation that a vehicle model meets EU safety and environmental rules. Only type-approved cars can be registered and driven legally on Spanish roads.

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