Kaleidoscope 2023: 5 Electric Cars Most Suspicious Of Attention With Futuristic Design And Superior Performance

Cybertruck. (Doc. Tesla)

JAKARTA - In 2023, it witnessed the emergence of a number of the latest electric car models that attracted the attention of automotive lovers. This year's automakers are competing to present environmentally friendly mobility for an emission-free future.

Not only focusing on futuristic designs, impressive electric motor performance, to competitive prices, these cars stole the attention with their respective advantages.

The following is a list of the five electric cars in 2023 that will attract the attention of the VOI version:

1. Kia EV9: Futuristic Electric SUV From Kia

Launched in the form of a concept in the Los Angeles Auto Show 2021, Kia EV9 officially debuted as a production vehicle in mid-March 2023. Kia EV9's exterior design is referred to as the opening of the company's way for the design of the future electric SUV. Kia EV9 comes with futuristic design, a relieved cabin field, and impressive performance. Kia embeds the "Bold for Nature" philosophy on its exterior design, creating an electric SUV with a firm line and innovative "Star Map LED DRL." Built on the Global Electric Modular Platform, Kia EV9 offers convenience and advanced technology. The GT-Line variant in Indonesia is priced starting from IDR 1.975 billion.

2. BMW i5: Combination of Sporty and Modern on BMW Electric Sedan

Complementing the BMW electric car lineup, i5 is a Series-5 sedan with sporty and modern design. Launched in May 2023, i5 comes in two variants, eDrive40 and i5 M60 xDrive, each offering impressive performance. The single eDrive40 motor is capable of generating 335 dk of power, while the M60 xDrive variant with two electric motors reaches 590 dk. Both cars are priced in the US from IDR 1.013 billion to IDR 1.27 billion.

3. MG Cyberster: MG Roadster With Dynamic Design And Electric Scissors Door

This roadster-style car was first featured in a concept version in March 2021 and launched as a production vehicle in the Shanghai Auto event in April 2023. The MG Cyberster roadster, inspired by the 1960s MGB model, stole attention with a dynamic and elegant design. Available in the single motor and dual motor variants, the MG Cyberster offers up to 536 dk of power and a 725 Nm torque. With prices ranging from IDR 700 million to IDR 785 million in the Chinese market, the MG Cyberster displays a striking electric shear door.

4. Volvo EX30: Electric Compact SUV With Impressive Performance And Affordable Price

The Volvo EX30, a compact-sized SUV, was launched in June 2023. With a convenient dimension, EX30 offers a single motor option with a long-distance LFP battery or single motor with an NMC battery. Its performance is impressive with an acceleration of 0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds. EX30 comes at an affordable price in Europe, starting from IDR 574 million.

5. Tesla Cybertruck: Pick Up Electric Trucks With Bulletproof Steel Bodi

The long-awaited model, Tesla Cybertruck, was officially launched in December 2023. Known for its stainless and bullet-proof steel bodies, Cybertruck offers high strength and utility. Available in three versions - RWD, AWD, and Cyberbeast - with impressive acceleration power. Cybertruck prices in the US range from IDR 957 million to IDR 1.5 billion.

According to VOI, with its futuristic design and high performance, these five electric cars enrich the choice in the global automotive market, showing rapid development in environmentally friendly vehicle technology.