AC Cobra EV nearly ready

The first AC Cobra Series 1 electric is undergoing final development work ahead of delivery.

A recreation of the AC Cobra unveiled nearly 60 years ago but with a modern, emissions-free electric powertrain, the Series 1 electric is the start of the next chapter for the British marque.

The inception point for a series of new cars, which includes the AC Cobra Series 4 electric announced in June, the launch of the Series 1 electric marks a milestone for a company whose heritage stretches back 120 years.

Working with Derby-based technical partner Falcon Electric, the Norfolk based company is ensuring the introduction of EV technology into the famous car is in keeping with its personality and performance.

“This is British engineering and technology at its finest, upholding AC Car’s approach to producing only the finest hand-built sports cars,” chief executive Alan Lubinsky says.

Although its production has been delayed by supply chain issues, the engineering team behind the car have been able to revisit some of the car’s core principles, so that weight, acceleration and handling have all been honed.

The Series 1 electric has a 55kWh battery producing 230kW of power and 500Nm peak torque, can get to nearly 100km/h in about four seconds and has around a 240km range.

Just 58 of the AC Cobra Series 1 electric cars will be made, celebrating the anniversary of the production of the first AC Cobra.

It has a suggested retail price of 138,000 pounds (NZ$272,242) plus on-road charges and will be available in electric blue, electric black, electric white and electric green.

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