Coda Begins Production of Its $40,000 Electric Sedan, Cuts Price by $5K

Electric Car News | admin | November 16, 2011 at 11:46 am

Electric car startup Coda Automotive announced Wednesday that it started production of its CODA electric sedan.

CODA said it will offer an industry leading 10-year, 100,000-mile battery warranty and starting US base price of $39,900 for their zero emission 2012 CODA sedan, down from $44,900 (before any state and federal subsidies).

The 2012 CODA is now available for $29,900 in California, after federal tax savings up to $7,500 and CA vehicle rebate of $2,500.

The CODA is the first all-electric five-passenger, mid-size sedan with full rear seating and trunk space that meets American drivers’ daily transportation needs without an ounce of gasoline:

- Delivers the longest range of any all-electric vehicle: A class-leading battery pack enables a fully charged CODA to go up to 150 miles(iii), almost five times the average daily commute.

- Fast and Easy Recharging: Twice as fast as the leading competitor, a 6.6kW onboard charger provides 4 hours for 100 mile charge, 2 hours for 50 miles (6 hours for full charge).

- Accelerates up to 85 mph with ease: the CODA features 134 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque, a regenerative braking system, and an air-cooled active thermal management system.

The first CODA Sedans are on display at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show from Nov. 18 through Nov. 27.