Introduction
The Yakuza electric car, particularly the Yakuza Karishma model, is the product of Haryana based Maa Luxmi E-vehicle Pvt. Ltd. and also has the electric scooters, which are budget as well as eco-friendly. Its mission is to make electric mobility affordable for everyone. It is launched in India on September 2023 and shortly after it began their deliveries to different states (Haryana, Delhi, MP, West Bengal). Yakuza Karishma is a new concept in the EV market, where big brands like Ola, Ather, TVS EVs are dominating.
Design & Interior
The Yakuza electric car has a sharp lines, ventilated roof, stylish grille and alloy wheels. It has two doors and from inside it is a copy of auto rickshaw, with single seat in the drive row and the rear seat can adjust 2 adults. Its like a 3 seater mini hatchback design that is perfect for urban India. The best thing about the Yakuza electric car is that it offers a safe, comfortable and fun to ride instead of a regular bike or scooter.
Specifications
The Yakuza Karishma electric car has 3 seats and battery pack of 60v 45 Ah (2.7 kWh) with a fixed Magnet Synchronous Motor (3.5 kW power). It can give the range of 50-60 km on a full charge. It takes 6 to 7 hours to fully charge with the charger connection ‘Type2’.
The lights are decent quality LED DRLs and tail lights, which may not good for low visibility person and in foggy weather. Under 2 lakh budget you get a sunroof in this electric car, that some people will like it.
Features
In the cabin, it has enough space for 3 adults, comfortable seats, basic infotainment system, two air blower/fan (no AC), easy access controls (smart start/stop system, gear knob), power windows, digital display, Bluetooth music system and reverse parking camera.
Price
The Yakuza electric car is priced between ₹1,70,000 to ₹1,75,000 ex-showroom and around ₹2.15 lakh on-road in Delhi NCR. It is up to 70% cheaper than the MG Comet EV or the Tata Nano. This price is extremely attractive for the middle class, students and daily office goers – a car that is as economical and safe as a bike.
Pros:
Cheaper, budget-friendly electric option
Best for city commuting – compact, easy to park, protected from rain and sun
Must-have features like rear camera, sunroof, digital cluster
Can be easily charged at home
Cons:
Range only 50-60 km (not suitable for long trips)
Charging infrastructure is limited right now
Company and after sales service is still growing
Safety and long-term performance have not been extensively tested yet
Challenges for Yakuza in the Car Segment
Every opportunity comes with challenges. If Yakuza enters the electric car market, it will face these challenges:
Huge investment in four-wheeler manufacturing.
Competition from big brands like Tata, Mahindra and MG.
Charging infrastructure in India is still in the development stage.
Conclusion
If you are looking for a 4 wheeler electric car with affordable and low-maintenance, you can consider the Yakuza electric car. Known for its style, budget and comfort, the Yakuza electric car perfectly suits the needs of urban life and modern India. But, before buying, do consider if your daily commute is not more than 60km and if charging is easy in your area. Overall, the Yakuza electric car is a new hope on every Indian road and a right step towards an eco-friendly lifestyle.
FAQs
The starting ex-showroom price of the Yakuza electric car is around ₹1.7 lakh to below ₹2 lakh. The on road price may increase slightly depending on city and state taxes.
The Yakuza Karishma gives a range of 50-60 km on full charge. The actual range will depend on your driving style and road conditions.
It takes 6-7 hours to charge the battery from 0 to 100% with a ‘Type2’ home charger.
The Yakuza Karishma model is a 3-seater: a driver in the front seat and two people in the back seat can comfortably sit.
Features include panaromic ventilated sunroof, digital display, power windows, smart start/stop system, gear knob, LED headlmps, Bluetooth music, rear camera and compact design.
Low-speed variants (less than 25 km/h) and its motor output is 250 watts or less do not require registration, but high-speed variants require both registration and a license.