South Africa Is Getting Its First 44 Electric Bakkie
- The RD6 44: The flagship model offers a dual-motor setup, delivering a combined output of 315kW and 595Nm of torque. This translates to from a standstill to 100km/h of a claimed 4.5s, making it potentially the quickest-accelerating bakkie on the South African market for comparison, the BYD Shark 6 PHEV achieves this in a claimed 5.7s. The top speed is listed at 190km/h.
- The RD6 42: This rear wheel drive variant features a single electric motor producing a still-respectable 200kW of peak power and 384Nm of torque.
Both initial models will be equipped with a 73kWh battery pack, providing a claimed range of up to 424km on a single charge. Recharging is designed to be convenient, with Enviro Automotive stating that using a 110kW DC fast charger can replenish the battery in about 30 minutes.
A standout feature is the RD6's vehicle-to-load V2L capability, allowing the bakkie's battery to discharge up to 6kW of power - enough to run worksite equipment or even essential household appliances during power outages.
Designed for both daily driving and off-road adventures, other key specs of the RD6 include:
- Load bin: Offering a 1 200 l capacity with a 1 t payload rating
- Towing: Capable of towing up to 3 t and
- Storage: Features a 70 l front trunk "frunk" and an additional 48 l of hidden storage within the cabin.
Enviro Automotive has confirmed plans to expand the line-up further at a later date with:
- An extended-range 44 model with an 86kWh battery and
- A more affordable 42 model equipped with a 63kWh battery.
Buyers will receive a comprehensive warranty package: five years or 150 000km for the vehicle itself and eight years or 200 000km covering the battery pack. Enviro Automotive will handle all after-sales services and parts supply. Additionally, a remote monitoring solution for the battery and vehicle will be offered via Webfleet .