Mahindra E Alfa Cargo

Mahindra E Alfa Cargo is one of the most preferred electric three wheelers in India for lightweight cargo transportation. It became a popular choice for last mile delivery in cities right after the launch. It offers an affordable price and lower maintenance costs among many other benefits. This review explores the exterior, interior, safety and performance of the E Alfa Cargo three wheeler.

What to Expect from Mahindra E Alfa Cargo?

Mahindra E Alfa Cargo has many benefits for individuals as well as fleet owners. To begin with, it has a comfortable interior with useful features. It has a wide cargo space and a strong chassis to support the weight. It is powered by a powerful battery that has a long driving range. Its customers can expect lower total cost of ownership and optimal performance for urban delivery applications.

Overview

Mahindra E Alfa Cargo is an affordable and profitable solution for small and medium scale businesses dealing with urban delivery applications. Powered by a BLDC motor it delivers power of 2.1 HP and torque of 22 Nm. The 140 Ah capacity battery takes less time to charge with the 18A off board charger provided by Mahindra.

It has a comfortable and spacious interior that also features a digital instrument cluster and dual tone dashboard. Its cargo box is 1350 mm long and has a payload capacity of 310 kg. Moreover, it offers a driving range of over 95 km, a top speed of 25 km and gradeability of 7 degrees.

Exterior

The Mahindra E Alfa Cargo exterior carries the same design language as the other three wheelers in the Alfa lineup. The exterior has six different colour options available as per customer preference. All options feature a dual tone design in the front that makes it look stylish compared to conventional three wheelers.

The front also has practical elements including a large windshield with a wiping system, turn indicators and dual halogen headlamps for proper visibility during night and winters. The vehicle has a ground clearance of 139 mm and a wheelbase of 2168 mm, which improves driving on uneven roads.

The side gets a single R10 tyre and two R12 tyres and a cargo box measuring 1350 mm x 984 mm from outside. The cargo box can carry 310 kg of items, making it suitable for lightweight urban applications such as bakery, dairy, poultry and vegetable delivery.

Interior

Mahindra E Alfa Cargo comes with a spacious cabin that has ample legroom and headroom. On the inside, a wide single seat is provided that provides comfort during longer driving hours. While it is a single seat, there is enough room for a second person to sit. Noise and vibration levels are almost zero inside the cabin which improves the driving experience.

The dual tone interior has a well laid out dashboard with plenty of space on both ends. In the centre of the dashboard, a digital instrument cluster is provided that displays battery level, charge status and vehicle speed among other information.

Performance

The Mahindra E Alfa Cargo three wheeler is powered by a 1000 W brushless DC motor (BLDC motor) that offers optimal performance in small and large cities. The 48V battery delivers a maximum power of 1.6 kW (2.1 HP) and a peak torque of 22 Nm. The constant mesh transmission comes with a single forward and reverse gear that makes driving easier.

The DC battery has a capacity of 140 Ah and Mahindra provides an 18A off board charger for quicker charging time. The battery ensures a long real world driving range of more than 95 km while fully loaded. The urban delivery is also complemented by its 25 km/hr speed and the gradeability of 7 degrees helps climb flyovers.

Safety

Mahindra E Alfa Cargo is a safety oriented three wheeler that protects its driver and cargo. At the front, a leading link suspension with an integrated coil and dampener is provided, which improves the ride comfort.

At the rear, a rigid axle with leaf spring suspension & dampener is attached for well balanced operations on the road. The vehicle gets drum brakes at the front and rear for effective braking and protection against accidents.

Conclusion

The Mahindra E Alfa Cargo is an affordable three wheeler that offers lower maintenance costs and higher potential to make profits. This Mahindra three wheeler comes with a strong body, a powerful battery and a long warranty assurance that make it a perfect choice for lightweight urban delivery applications. Combining these benefits with the Mahindra E Alfa Cargo price of Rs 1.56 lakh makes it an affordable and profitable investment for entrepreneurs and fleet owners alike.