Vanwall brand. It may be unknown to most people, but it has an important history in the world of motorsports. In fact, Vanwall was active in Formula 1 in the 1950s. The brand was recently relaunched in the world of marine sports thanks to a German company. In fact, in 2023 this historic brand participated for the WEC 2023 season with Floyd Vanwall’s racing team.
However, the restart plans did not only concern the world of motorsport. In fact, the Vandervell S, a sports hatchback with an electric motor, produced in a limited edition (500 units) was presented in January. More details have now emerged about this battery-powered sports car, which will be offered in Versions S and S Plus.
Both options will use one 84 kWh battery which powers a dual electric motor transmission. Therefore, all-wheel drive is also present. The S version can count on 239 kW/325 hpwhile the most productive Vanderwell S Plus offers strength 478 kW/650 hp. The Plus model also features a carbon fiber body that helps support the vehicle’s overall weight of approximately 1,800 kg.
The sports car will be offered not only in Vanwall racing green, but also in blue, red, black, dark gray and white with a matte or glossy finish. According to some previous data, the S version should have a range of 450 km and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. The S Plus, on the other hand, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds and has a range of 420 km.
Production has already started in Germany and the first models are due to be delivered. in the first quarter of 2024. The starting price of this sports car is 128 thousand euros plus taxes. Customers will also be able to personalize the car. We remember that the name Vandervell is a tribute to Tony Vandervell, the founder of the former Formula 1 team.
Source: HD Motori
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