Caterham Project V EV Coupe Coming, Likely to Cost around $100,000
British specialty-car firm Caterham has revealed the Project V sports car, which it says will be on sale by early 2026.
Unlike other offerings from Caterham, the Project V is shaped like a real sports coupe, complete with a roof and doors.
Also different from other Caterhams, the Project V will be electric, targeting 250 miles of range from its 55.0-kWh battery.
The British boutique carmaker Caterham has just revealed its next car, referred to as the Project V. As is the fashion these days, the Project V arrives with an electric powertrain. Another change of direction for Caterham is the addition of doors and a roof for the Project V, which is shaped like something of a modern-day Jaguar C-X75. As things stand now, the Project V arrives only as a concept being shown at this weekend's Goodwood Festival of Speed, but Caterham has revealed specifications as well as an expected production time frame.
This is a statement of intent. This is Project V.
Discover more here https://t.co/RtN3jlpDlL#ProjectV #DriveElectrified #EV #Electric #Caterham pic.twitter.com/mkWSIe0xGS— Caterham (@caterhamcars) July 11, 2023
Although it doesn't hew to traditional Caterham style, according to CEO Bob Laishley, the Project V still stands by the characteristics that set Caterham apart. That means lightweight, simple, and fun to drive. The manufacturer is aiming for a curb weight of 2623 pounds—or roughly 220 pounds lighter than a Subaru BRZ.
Power is set to arrive via a 55.0-kWh lithium-ion battery pack connected to a lone 268-hp motor mounted at the rear axle. Caterham claims a zero-to-62-mph time of less than 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 143 mph. As the Project V isn't really designed as a grand tourer, Caterham is only targeting a range of 249 miles on the European WLTP cycle.
Three drive modes keep to the idea of simple: Normal, Sport, and Sprint are all the driver has to choose from. It's got a control-arm suspension at front and rear, electrically assisted power steering, brake discs all around, and a staggered set of 19- and 20-inch wheels fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires.