Patak Rodster

The microcar segment has been growing lately, and not only well-known automakers, but also local companies are demonstrating their new products. Slovakian startup Patak Motors unveiled a retro-style electric car laconically named the Rodster.

Unlike most of its competitors, the Patak Rodster looks more like a hot rod than a futuristic car. The fully exposed 19-inch spoked wheels come without fenders, and the car has no hardtop or full windshield. Buyers can choose from 5 exterior colors and exterior accents in chrome, gloss black or matte silver.

The Rodster has a two-seat interior and a folding roof. The seats can be upholstered in eco-leather or leather, and the car also has a modest trunk. Options include heated seats, cup holders, wireless charging, parking sensors and a rearview camera.

The Patak Rodster is 3360 mm long, 1360 mm wide and 1395 mm high. This makes it 272 mm shorter than the Fiat 500e, but a full 950 mm longer than the Citroen Ami. The new product weighs 450 kg.

The ICE version is equipped with a tiny single-cylinder gasoline engine producing 20 hp. The maximum speed of the car is limited to 125 km/h.

Electric versions of the new product are equipped with an electric motor producing 20 hp (15 kW). The EV versions differ in batteries. The base model has a 10 kWh battery and a range of 100 km, while a car with a 20 kWh battery can travel up to 250 km. Electric cars accelerate from 0 to 50 km/h in 7 seconds and have a top speed of 130 km/h.

Prices for the Patak Rodster start at 16,900 euros for cars with internal combustion engines. The electric roadster costs at least 22,900 euros, while the option with a larger battery costs 25,400 euros.