'Sparky'
OwnerRoger Imes
LocationSpokane, Washington United States map
Web/EmailWebPage email image
Vehicle2007 ZENN 2.2 LX
Zenn DC motor, GE controller,
Originally equipped with 6 x Discover batteries.
Recently converted to 25 x 100Ah CALB Lithium
batteries.
MotorAdvanced DC Series Wound DC
A five horsepower motor is standard although a
7.5 horsepower will soon be installed. (from
ride-4-fun)
DrivetrainSingle speed transaxle.
ControllerGeneral Electric Sentry
Controller program can be changed to suit
personal speed requirements/ needs.
Batteries25 China HiPower CALB 100Ah, 0.00 Volt, Lithium-Polymer
System Voltage72 Volts
ChargerDelta-Q Technologies QuiQ 912
Charger is original to the Zenn but re-
programmed for use with a Lithium battery pack.
HeaterCeramic heater standard equipment.
Top Speed35 MPH (56 KPH)
The Zenn was intended as an urban vehicle and
was designed for legal city speed limits.
500 units were built from 2006 until 2009, when
production ended.
AccelerationAcceleration is adequate and much faster off the
line speed than most ICE vehicles.
Range45 Miles (72 Kilometers)
EV Miles
Current:7,300 Miles (11,745 Kilometers)
 
    As of 9/30/2019
Seating CapacityTwo comfortable seats easy entry-exit, box
shaped space in back for light load.
Easy hatchback access to space and rear battery
pack.
Curb Weight1,200 Pounds (545 Kilograms)
Plastic body (ABS) attached to an Aluminum space
frame. Front wheel drive, four wheel independent
suspension and 4 disk brakes.
The Zenn is a practical alternative vehicle for short two way trips.
Longer commute is possible if given additional charge for return to
starting point.

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