A LITTLE-KNOWN car brand is set to launch an incredibly cheap EV with seats that convert into beds.
Dongfeng, one of the largest car makers in China, has arrived in Europe with the Nammi Box budget EV.
The Chinese state-owned company’s new EV is set to rival the Citroen e-C3, currently one of the cheapest in the European market costing £21,035.
Dongfeng has already launched its car in Switzerland for just £19,615.
The brand-new EV will boast a 42.3kWh battery and will offer an impressive range of 193 miles.
In comparison, the £21,000 e-C3 has a range of 199 miles from a 44kWh battery.
The Nammi Box’s interior will feature a 12-inch infotainment touchscreen at the centre point of the dash.
The affordable EV will also boast reclining front seats that can be transformed into a makeshift bed.
The new car also features a distinct black and white interior using high-quality materials.
While the Dongfeng model’s exterior appears bulky with its rounded shapes, its extending door handles, frameless windows, unusual headlights and two-tone look are similar to other Smart models.
To keep costs down, the Nammi Box may be one of the first vehicles produced at the company’s proposed factory in Italy.
Dongfeng is reportedly in discussions with the Italian government about creating the site, according to Reuters.
Due to expensive new EU import taxes on Chinese-made EVs, securing the new plant will allow the company to avoid hefty charges.
Since its unveiling at the Guangzhou Auto Show, the Nammi Box has been available to order from prices raging from £8,600 to £11,800, according to CarNewsChina.
Currently, there are no further details on Dongfeng’s wider release date.
It comes after a major car brand revealed it will push back the release of an EV by six years – meaning drivers will be forced to wait for the launch of a £17k entry-level electric motor.
And this popular manufacturer has unveiled its new fully electric SUV which features ultra-high-tech headlights.
