Applying advanced specifications focusing on long-distance taxi drivers… Enhancing safety and convenience
Two electric taxi models with the longest free warranty period in Korea, 10 years/100,000 km
Byutil LPG, suitable for long-distance travel with a range of over 1000 km,
KG Mobility Taxi 3 Types. ⓒKG Mobility, ‘[DailyAn = Reporter Young-guk Park]’,
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, ‘KG Mobility (KGM) announced on the 23rd that it has released three taxi-specific models that enhance safety and convenience.’,
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, ‘To make its first entry into the annual taxi market of approximately 40,000 units, KGM unveiled three medium-sized taxis, including the ‘Torres EVX Taxi’, ‘Korando EV Taxi’, and ‘The New Torres Byutil LPG Taxi’.’,
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, ‘Explaining that by expanding the lineup of taxi models that were limited due to the monopoly of a specific brand and offering three taxi-specific models concurrently, ranging from electric cars to vehicles with Byutil technology, the company has catered to the diverse needs of customers.’,
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, ‘KGM’s three taxi models have prioritized safety and convenience specifications based on the characteristics of taxi drivers who drive for long hours. They have implemented an environment suitable for taxi driving, including rapid A/S to prevent operational losses by ensuring quick part procurement, dedicated wiring for installing operational meters and warning lights, easy-to-clean eco-friendly 3D TPV mats to prevent floor pollution, and a separate non-idling heater system for efficient battery management during winter (optional for electric taxi models).’,
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Torres EVX Taxi. ⓒKG Mobility, ‘The medium-sized SUV electric taxi ‘Torres EVX Taxi’ and ‘Korando EV Taxi’ incorporate a robust and safe 73.4kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) blade battery that can withstand external impacts and fires, producing excellent motor output performance with a maximum output of 207 horsepower (ps) and a maximum torque of 34.6 kgf·m through a 152.2 kW front-wheel drive motor with optimal torque tuning.’,
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, ‘Considering the characteristics of taxis with extensive driving distances, KGM offers the longest domestic battery free warranty period of 10 years/100,000 km for high-voltage batteries, as well as the industry’s highest warranty periods for drive motors (10 years/160,000 km) and general components (5 years/100,000 km).’,
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, ‘The ‘Torres EVX Taxi’ is equipped with state-of-the-art safety specifications at the highest level in Korea, ensuring a comfortable driving distance of up to 433 km on a single charge (473 km in urban areas and 385 km on highways) and safe driving.’,
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, ‘The 4-corner BSD (Blind Spot Detection) system uses four radars on the front, rear, and sides of the vehicle to detect surrounding situations 360 degrees, preventing accidents and predicting passenger and pedestrian accidents with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), a maximum of 8 airbags, a multi-collision prevention system, and a rear collision warning system, among other safety features.’,
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, ‘With a spacious luggage space and convenience features tailored to the taxi business, it boasts utility and convenience suitable for taxi operations. The trunk volume of 839 liters (based on VDA standards) can accommodate many passengers’ luggage, and with a ground clearance of 10-20 mm higher (175 mm) than conventional electric cars and an optimized seat position, it provides a wide driver’s seat view angle for safe driving.’,
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, ‘The selling price of the ‘Torres EVX Taxi’ is ▲4,150,000 won for individual taxis subject to simplified taxation ▲4,565,000 won for corporate/individual taxis subject to general taxation, and it can be purchased at a price around 3,300,000 won (842,000 won for Seoul City according to the electric taxi subsidy by region, national 457,000 won/local 105,000 won/taxi subsidy 280,000 won).’,
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Korando EV Taxi. ⓒKG Mobility, ‘The ‘Korando EV Taxi’ is a taxi model that upgrades the marketability of last year’s Korando eMotion, released as an affordable SUV electric car concept in 2022, and it can travel up to 401 km (433 km in urban areas, 360 km on highways) on a single charge.’,
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, ‘This model has applied a wide range of convenience and driving safety specifications to reduce driver fatigue during long hours of driving. Features such as ▲8-way power driver’s seat and 4-way power lumbar support, ▲ventilated and heated driver’s seat, ▲full LED headlamps, and ▲9-inch infotainment navigation package are standard, while options such as ▲external V2L connector are also available.’,
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, ‘The selling price of the ‘Korando EV Taxi’ is approximately 3,939,000 won for individual taxis subject to simplified taxation and 4,330,000 won for corporate/individual taxis subject to general taxation, making it available for purchase at a reasonable price in the range of 3,100,000 won (771,000 won for Seoul City according to the electric taxi subsidy by region, national 399,000 won/local 92,000 won/taxi subsidy 280,000 won).’,
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The New Torres Byutil LPG Taxi. ⓒKG Mobility, ‘The ‘The New Torres Byutil LPG Taxi’ is a model that can enjoy the advantages of gasoline engine performance and cost-effective LPG simultaneously. Compared to gasoline models, it can save approximately 30% of fuel costs (equivalent to 1.37 million won per year).’,
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, ‘Moreover, equipped with a donut-shaped LPG bomb of 58 liters and gasoline tank of 50 liters, it can travel over 1000 km on a full tank, making it suitable for long-distance travel. Particularly, it allows easy switching of fuel types at the press of a button according to driving conditions and automatically switches to gasoline when LPG is depleted, enabling flexible operation by optimizing fuel consumption and avoiding the inconvenience of searching for LPG refueling stations.’,
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, ‘It boasts excellent performance even during winter driving. The 1.5 GDI gasoline turbo engine with a maximum output of 165 ps, maximum torque of 27.3 kg·m, and composite fuel efficiency of 8.9 km/L showcases superior output compared to a 2.0 LPG engine and guarantees the longest free service period in Korea of 5 years/100,000 km.’,
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, ‘The specifications included as standard in this model are mainly focused on safety and convenience for taxi drivers, making driving convenient. Features such as ▲8-way power driver’s seat and 2-way power lumbar support, ▲hybrid pass system and ECM mirror, ▲ventilated seats in the driver’s and front passenger seats, ▲front parking assist warning, etc., are standard, while options such as ▲4WD system and ▲3D around-view monitoring system can be applied. The interior space has been upgraded from the previous ‘Torres Byutil LPG’ model to the ‘New Torres’ model launched on the 8th, maintaining the completely transformed interior.’,
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, ‘The selling price of ‘The New Torres Byutil LPG Taxi’ is 2,810,000 won for individual taxis subject to simplified taxation (LPG conversion surcharge exemption) and 3,091,000 won for corporate/individual taxis subject to general taxation.’,
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, A KGM official stated, “By simultaneously releasing three taxi models to respond to changes in the taxi market, we have expanded the range of customer choices,” and said, “Through product configurations that prioritize state-of-the-art convenience specifications for drivers and passengers, we will provide the best boarding experience.” Do not reflect