Mahindra Treo

September 14, 2021: Among the key all-electric passenger carriers auto-rickshaws that are available in the market today, the Mahindra Treo stands out on several key aspects. With a modern and tough built-quality, stylish design, powerful and longer-lasting battery, easy to charge and quite simple to use, the Treo is a complete electric three-wheeler. If you’re looking out to buy your first electric passenger carrier auto-rickshaw then, Treo costs you in the range of ₹ 1.69 - ₹ 2.79 lakh (ex-showroom) with several state incentives too.

Explore more on the Treo here. Also, read how the Treo is emerging as a most preferred last-mile EV here.

Mahindra Treo Variants: Treo comes in four variants TREO - SFT & HR (3 seaters) and Treo YAARI- SFT & YAARI (Four seater). A customer can pick and choose any suitable variant for his application's needs and affordability. 

Mahindra Treo Performance: Treo 3-seater top speed is 45 km/h, the certified range is 170 km and the driving range is 130 km. 

Mahindra Treo Battery: Treo comes with modern lithium-ion, 48V with capacity (Installed) - kWh 7.37. The charging time 0-100% in standard conditions is 3-4 hours. 

Mahindra Treo Drivetrain: Treo’s peak power is 5.4kW, with a torque of 30 Nm and direct drive transmission. 

Mahindra Treo Suspension: Treo suspension At the front helical spring + damper + hydraulic shock absorber, the rigid rear axle, leaf spring & shock absorber. 

Mahindra Treo Brakes are hydraulic type both at the front & rear. Treo's roof type is a weather-resistant flex canopy. For a peaceful ownership experience. Apart from the brand Mahindra attributes, Treo comes with a standard warranty of 3 years or 80 000 km, whichever is earlier, and all the accessories are available at the Mahindra dealership.

Mahindra Treo Key Rivals: Treo takes on rivals all-electric passenger carriers such as Kinetic Safar Samrat Atul Elite Plus Piaggio Ape E City.

Overview

Mahindra is the leader in India’s small and light truck market with an extensive portfolio of vehicles in the passenger and cargo carrier segment. The Jeeto, Supro, Bolero Pikup and Alfa range of vehicles are prominent vehicles in their respective segments. The home-grown vehicle is not just the big player in the IC engine but also takes a lead in the EVs too. The company has introduced some of the key EVs in important segments as customer interest is growing rapidly. To maintain its leadership in the last-mile cargo and people carrier segment, the company has bought an all-new Treo platform of the full-electric three-wheeler, designed and developed for Indian operating conditions. Treo and Treo Zor cater to the passenger and cargo carrier segment are truly ground-up EV vehicles in India.

To offer a unique and compelling value for money proposition to India’s micro-entrepreneurs who run single or multiple vehicles at the last-mile mobility needs. Mahindra brings the Treo- passenger carrier auto-rickshaw. Treo comes with segment-leading features, key features, modern batteries along the lowest operating cost that has the potential to accelerate EV adoption in India. Are you looking out for a passenger carrier electric three-wheeler? We’re here to help you know more about Treo-one of the best products out in the category in India.

Key Characteristics 

Treo is a new all-new electric three-wheeler platform, backed by advanced battery technology and modern manufacturing capabilities. Treo offers superior ride quality,best-in-class comfort for drivers and passengers. This electric 3W also ensures higher savings as it costs a lot less to run, along with zero-emission technology, for a better tomorrow.

What makes Treo stand out in the market is the superior technology, affordable price, comfortable to ride, high on safety, modern, contemporary design and zero tail-pipe emission vehicle. The zero pollution and noiseless drive make Treo a full-electric and totally environment-friendly 3W in India. Treo gets global battery technology with zero maintenance, lithium-ion batteries for more than five years of life. Mahindra is also offering cloud-based mobility platforms with remote monitoring of range, speed, location, and efficient fleet utilization.

Features

Treo nearly exceeds features compared to the IC engine auto-rickshaw. The Treo gets a windscreen & wiping system, spare wheel provision, three driving modes of low, medium and high speeds. Also, a lockable glovebox, grab handles, 12V socket, hazard indicator, telematics unit & GPS as an option and 15A off-board charger.

Performance

Like the conventional auto-rickshaw, Treo carries a driver and three passengers comfortably without any power lag or pickup issue. Treo's top speed is 45 km/h and it comes with a company certified 170 km of range and the typical real-time driving range of 130 km. Unlike the locally made lead-acid battery, Treo gets a lithium-ion, 48V battery with 7.37kWh capacity. It produces a maximum power of 5.4kW, peak torque of 30 Nm, and direct drive type transmission. 

Treo suspension at the front helical spring + damper + hydraulic shock absorber, the rigid rear axle, leaf spring & shock absorber, and brakes are hydraulic type both at the front & rear. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 2050 mm, a turning radius of 2.9 meters, and a length of 2746 mm, width is 1350 mm and height of 1750 mm. 

Easy to charge: Treo comes with quick charging with just 3 hours & 50 min for a 130 km range for Treo. You can top up during lunch break that can add over 32 km to the range. It is as simple as charging your mobile phone without any complexities. Treo also has a regenerative braking system. This helps in energy generation during braking fed back into the battery, thus, ensuring minimum wastage of energy. 

Verdict 

In the crowded market of e-auto-rickshaws, Treo is certainly a strong product that combines brand attributes, high-quality aggregates, and new technologies at an affordable price. Mahindra is making all the right moves to step up the domestic EV market by bringing path-breaking products suitable for Indian duty cycles. If you’re looking for an affordable 3-wheeler for last-mile connectivity or feeder routes, Treo should be your first choice; this e-auto tick all the right boxes, offering more bang for your buck. What also works in Treo’s favour is the lower running cost vis-a-vis the diesel auto-rickshaw. Thus, offering a meaningful opportunity for people who want an EV that costs less and doesn’t pollute at all!