How does it compare?
Lets dive into the world of electric hatchbacks with a lens focused on the Elaris DYO. Weve got an electrified competition on our hands with the likes of Nissan Leaf, Chevrolet Bolt EV, Hyundai Kona Electric, and Peugeot e-208. These contenders offer a similar price range and hatchback body type, making for an electrifying comparison.
Range
The Elaris DYO provides a respectable range of 265 km (164 miles) on a single charge. In comparison, the Nissan Leaf boasts an official range of 240 km (150 miles), slightly edging behind the Elaris.
The Chevrolet Bolt EV flexes its muscles with a range of 416 km (259 miles), making the Elaris look a bit range-challenged.
Revving up next, the Hyundai Kona Electric delivers a stunning 484 km (301 miles), leaving the others green with envy. Its the silent sprinter of the EV world.
The Peugeot e-208 cruises with a range of 340 km (211 miles), nice but not exceptional within its league, yet still surpassing the Elaris DYO.
Acceleration
While the exact 0 to 100 km/h (0-62 mph) stats for the Elaris DYO remain shrouded in mystery, its clear the emphasis isnt on speed.
The Nissan Leaf clocks in at 7.9 seconds, a decent pace for a daily driver. In contrast, the Chevrolet Bolt EV sprints to 100 km/h (62 mph) in a zippy 6.5 seconds.
Next up, the Hyundai Kona Electric hits 100 km/h in a brisk 6.4 seconds, muscular performance for an electric hatchback. Meanwhile, the Peugeot e-208 competes with a time of 8.1 seconds, not the quickest but by no means sluggish.
Power
Let’s talk horsepower. The Elaris DYO rolls with 48 hp, decent for urban commutes but unlikely to thrill the tarmac junkies.
The Nissan Leaf cranks out 147 hp, a considerable jump over the Elaris, ensuring zippier city spritzers.
The ferocious Chevrolet Bolt EV ups the game with 200 hp, a head-turner for sure.
The robust Hyundai Kona Electric flexes 201 hp, matching the Bolt EV toe-to-toe.
Lastly, the stylish Peugeot e-208 pushes 136 hp, a balanced blend of power and economy.
Charging Time
The Elaris DYO takes center stage with its battery capacity of 31.8 kWh. While specific charging times aren’t listed, expect home charging to take several hours.
The Nissan Leaf with its 40 kWh battery typically takes about 8 hours on a standard home charger, or 40 minutes on a fast DC charger reaching 80 percent.
The Chevrolet Bolt EV, 66 kWh battery, charges in about 10 hours on standard home sets, while fast charging delivers up to 160 km (100 miles) in 30 minutes.
The Hyundai Kona Electric’s 64 kWh battery requires around 9 hours on a home setup, and fast DC charging handles 80 percent in approximately 54 minutes.
The Peugeot e-208s 50 kWh pack takes about 7.5 hours at home, and using a fast charger, it sips up to 80 percent in 30 minutes, an impressive performance in this class.
Price
The Elaris DYO is competively priced at $15,200 (approximately £11,000 or €13,000), a standout for budget-conscious buyers.
The Nissan Leaf rolls in at $31,620 (£25,000, €29,000), which is nearly double the price of the Elaris.
Next, we have the Chevrolet Bolt EV at $31,995 (£25,200, €29,370), also significantly higher in price.
The Hyundai Kona Electric stands at $37,390 (£29,700 or €34,400), a premium choice with top-tier characteristics.
Bringing in the Peugeot e-208 at $34,000 (around £27,000 or €31,000), it offers a balanced package at a middle-range price point.



