Morgan Electric Plus E Concept Revealed: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
Last year we heard news that Morgan was working on a high-performance electric car, and last month we heard news that the Plus E would be making its debut at the Geneva Motor Show. Now the Morgan Electric Plus E Concept has been revealed and is hoping to garner enough interest to make its way into production.
The prototype Plus E Concept is based on the Plus 8, but is powered by a Zytek electric motor and a lithium-ion battery giving it a range of 120 miles on a single charge. The electric motor produces 160-hp with 280 lb-ft of torque, which isn’t exactly high-performance but respectable for an electric vehicle. Mated to a five-speed manual transmission, the 2,756-lb Plus E hits 62-mph in 6 seconds and has a top speed of 115-mph.
The British automaker will be gauging consumer interest at the Geneva Motor Show to determine whether or not they’ll make the Plus E Concept a production model.
“We wanted to see how much fun you can have in an electric sports car, so we have built one to help us find out. The Plus E combines Morgan’s traditional look with high-technology construction and a powertrain that delivers substantial torque instantly at any speed. With the manual gearbox to increase both touring range and driver involvement, it will be a fantastic car to drive,” said Steve Morris, Morgan’s operations director.
GALLERY: Morgan Electric Plus E Concept Official Photos
Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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