Karsan Jest Electric, the first product of the procurement agreement for electric vehicles signed between Karsan and BMW, was tested by BMW engineers on the Maisach track in Munich, Germany. Karsan Jest Electric passed the comprehensive tests with flying colors and received full marks

from BMW. Expressing their wish to take their collaboration with BMW to the next level, Muzaffer Arpacıoğlu (Deputy General Manager for Commercial Affairs) said “We will start the mass production of Karsan Jest Electric after the Hannover Expo and develop our strategic partnerships to increase Jest Electric’s share in European and US markets.”

The BMW electric motor powering Jest Electric constantly produces a power of 170 HP and a torque of 290 Nm, while working in unison with a single-speed transmission. Jest Electric, which can be equipped with BMW’s 33 or 66 kWh batteries, offers a range of up to 165 km. It can be fully charged in 8 hours through conventional AC charging units, or in 1.2 hours at fast charging stations. Furthermore, the regenerative brake system provides energy recovery by enabling the batteries to recharge at a rate of 25%. Standing out with its high maneuverability, large interior space, dynamic design and unparalleled climbing performance, Karsan Jest Electric is ready to carry you to the future in a quiet journey. Decorated with a 10.1-inch multimedia screen, fully digital dashboard, keyless entry, and USB ports as well as an optional Wi-Fi compatible infrastructure, Karsan Jest Electric does not come short in terms of comfort compared to passenger cars thanks to its 4-wheel independent suspension system.

karsan press release (04.08.2018)