Check Out the Ownership Costs of the Wuling New Air ev, an Enticer for First-time Buyers

KatadataOTO – Wuling New Air ev is here as a compact-sized electric car. This electric vehicle is suitable for consumers who want to try switching to an EV.

One of the unit's attractions is its budget-friendly ownership cost, which can cut down on daily operational expenses.

Marketed with two battery options, 17.3 kWh and 26.7 kWh, the cost to fully charge it starts from around Rp 20,000.

The calculation above is based on a home charging cost of only Rp 1,699.53 per kWh.

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Meanwhile, routine vehicle maintenance is also simpler and more affordable. Even for up to 60 months or 100,000 kilometers of use, the cost is only around Rp 3 million.

The facts above are quite tempting, especially for first-time EV buyers in Indonesia. Because the New Air ev's battery is easy to recharge using household electricity and only requires a minimum power of 2.2 kW or 2,000 watts.

So vehicle owners don't need to bother going to public charging stations.

Meanwhile, if you choose the Pro variant, consumers are entitled to a Free 7 kW AC Charging Pile. The important electrical components in the electric vehicle are guaranteed for life. Although it has a petite form, the features embedded within it cannot be underestimated.

A number of the latest technologies have been packed in, where owners can also monitor the vehicle in real-time via the My Wuling+ App.

To make it easier for users to operate several vehicle functions, this model is equipped with the WIND (Wuling Indonesian Command) feature.

Adjusting the cabin temperature, opening and closing windows, to playing music can be done using voice commands. Especially using the Indonesian language.

Then, with its compact body, the Wuling Air ev is fun to maneuver on the road. The car is also easy to park.

Although it looks mini, this environmentally friendly vehicle is also comfortable for four people.

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The enjoyment inside the cabin is also supported by the Tamarind Sunset trim option. The color is said to be inspired by an Indonesian spice, namely Tamarind.

Driving the Wuling New Air ev is also enjoyable thanks to features like the multifunction steering switch, rotary gear selection, EPB, AVH, and HHC.