You’ll likely remember that we started talking about the E-Legend EL1 back in June, when the firm quietly revealed a design concept. You’ll remember it because the proposed EV was plainly an homage to the Audi Sport Quattro S1, and looked the business. Since then things have clearly gone well because the firm has opted for a much splashier international debut at the Munich show as it heads towards series production next year.
The basic premise is unchanged, which is fine because it was essentially a good one. The two-seat EL1 will remain short and wide and low and brilliantly proportioned. 19-inch wheels are planned for the front axle, with 20-inch wheels at the back – so it’ll look right at home in 2022. “With the EL1, we are creating a retrofuturistic form for the 21st century that is unparalleled,” boasted designer Marcus Holzinger.
Needless to say the futuristic bit is found under the retro shell. A carbon composite monocoque chassis has been developed with Roding Automobile GmbH, a prototype car specialist, and it’ll be driven by three electric motors – a 204hp one to the…
