Production Configuration

Aptera Launch Edition

The world’s first purpose-built Solar Electric Vehicle (sEV) engineered for pure aerodynamic and energy efficiency.

Aptera Launch Edition with Integrated Solar & Butterfly Doors Source: Aptera Motors

Battery Range 400 mi Per Full Charge (643 km)

Solar Range Up to 40 mi Per Day from Sun Alone

Drag Coefficient 0.13 Cd Ultra-Aerodynamic Teardrop

0–60 MPH 4.0 sec All-Wheel Drive (AWD)

Technical Specifications

Powertrain & Drivetrain	All-Wheel Drive (3 In-Wheel Hub Motors)
Battery Capacity	42 kWh Battery Pack
Top Speed	101 mph (162.5 km/h)
Solar Array Output	~700 Watts (Integrated Roof, Hood, Dash & Hatch)
Body Construction	Carbon Fiber Composite ("Body in Carbon" / BinC) via CPC Group
Vehicle Footprint & Class	3-Wheel Autocycle / Class L (Motorcycle Category in US/EU)
Seating Capacity	2 Adults + Large Rear Hatch Cargo Area (32 cu. ft.)
AC / DC Charging	Level 1 (120V: 13 mph), Level 2 (240V: 57 mph), & DC Fast Charging (NACS)

Minimalist Cockpit, Digital Mirrors & Center Display

Composite Monocoque & Streamlined Wheel Pants

Key Architectural Highlights

☀️ "Never Charge" Capability

Equipped with ~700W of solar cells across all upper surfaces, covering up to 40 miles of daily driving directly from ambient sunlight without plugging in.

🏎️ In-Wheel Hub Motors

Direct-drive in-wheel electric hub motors eliminate heavy gearboxes and axles, maximizing torque delivery and interior packaging space.

🛡️ Carbon Composite Monocoque

Manufactured using CPC Group’s press-molded carbon composites (BinC), yielding exceptional torsional rigidity and high passive safety in a lightweight frame.

🔌 NACS Port & Universal 120V

Native North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector with built-in DC Fast Charging capability, plus standard 120V charging delivering ~150 miles overnight.