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Caterham Project V
Electric Sports Coupe (Upcoming)
The Caterham Project V is the brand's first electric car - a lightweight sports coupe with a 55 kWh battery, 268 hp, 249-mile range and sub-1,190 kg weight. Production targeted for 2027.
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Caterham Project V pros and cons
Pros
- Genuinely light for an EV (under about 1,190 kg)
- Quick and focused: 268 hp, 0-62 mph in under 4.5 seconds
- Very fast charging: 20-80 percent in 15 minutes
- Carbon-fibre monocoque and proper sports-car hardware
- Caterham's lightweight, driver-first philosophy in EV form
- Flexible 2+1 / 2+2 seating
Cons
- Upcoming - production targeted for 2027
- UK price not yet confirmed (US figure is around 135,000 dollars)
- Range of 249 miles is modest, though typical for a light sports car
- Low-volume specialist car, so service and resale are unknowns
- Some finer specs (AC charging, dimensions, torque) not yet confirmed
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Caterham Project V specifications
Overview & Status
Battery & Charging
Motor & Performance
Chassis & Cabin
Safety
Features
Battery & Performance
- Relatively light 55 kWh battery mounted in the floor
- WLTP range of 249 miles
- Lightweight focus: target weight under about 1,190 kg (2,624 lb)
- 150 kW DC rapid charging: 20 to 80 percent in just 15 minutes
- Single rear-axle motor with 268 hp
- Carbon-fibre monocoque and composite body for low weight
Comfort & Interior
- Sleek two-door electric sports coupe design
- Flexible 2+1 seating as standard, with a 2+2 option
- Driver-focused, minimalist cabin (in Caterham style)
- Modern digital displays (final details to be confirmed)
- Double-wishbone suspension with adjustable geometry
- Electric power steering and Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres
Safety
- Carbon-fibre monocoque structure
- Sports-car driver-assistance (to be confirmed)
- Not crash-tested (low-volume specialist car)
- Full safety specification to be confirmed at launch
Caterham Project V trims and pricing
Compare available Caterham Project V trims, their ex-showroom prices and key configuration details.
Project V
55 kWh - 268 hp - 249 miles (WLTP) - sub-1,190 kg
About Caterham Project V
The Caterham Project V is the British sports-car maker’s first electric car – and, true to Caterham form, it is all about being light and driver-focused rather than chasing huge power or range. Revealed as a concept and now undergoing prototype testing ahead of production in 2027, the Project V is a sleek electric coupe that aims to prove an EV can still be a proper, engaging sports car.
The approach is clever. Instead of a giant heavy battery, Caterham uses a relatively modest 55 kWh pack mounted in the floor, which helps keep weight under about 1,190 kg (2,624 lb) – extraordinarily light for an EV. A single rear-axle motor produces 268 hp, giving a 0-62 mph time of under 4.5 seconds and a 143 mph top speed, with a WLTP range of 249 miles. A carbon-fibre monocoque, composite body, double-wishbone suspension and Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres back up the sporting intent, and rapid charging covers 20 to 80 percent in just 15 minutes on a 150 kW charger.
Inside, the Project V uses a flexible 2+1 seating layout as standard, with a 2+2 option. A quick note for buyers: this is an upcoming car, with production targeted for 2027 and a US price around 135,000 dollars; the UK price has not been finalised yet, and a few finer details are still to be confirmed. If you want a light, focused, genuinely Caterham take on the electric sports car, the Project V is one of the most interesting EVs on the horizon.
Trending news for Caterham Project V
Caterham revealed the Project V as its first-ever electric car - a lightweight electric sports coupe that sticks to the brand's driver-focused ethos. Rather than a huge battery, it uses a modest 55 kWh pack to keep weight under about 1,190 kg, paired with a 268 hp rear motor for a 0-62 mph time of under 4.5 seconds, a 143 mph top speed and a 249-mile WLTP range. A carbon-fibre monocoque and proper sports-car hardware underpin it.
The latest news is that the Project V has moved from concept to prototype track testing, edging closer to production, which Caterham is targeting for 2027. It is confirmed to be coming to the United States at a price of around 135,000 dollars, with UK and other markets expected to follow. UK pricing and a few finer specs are still to be locked in.
Caterham Project V range and performance
The Caterham Project V is built around power-to-weight, not brute force. Its rear-axle motor makes 268 hp, and thanks to a target weight under about 1,190 kg - very light for an EV - it does 0-62 mph in under 4.5 seconds and tops out at 143 mph. A double-wishbone suspension, electric power steering and Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres are all aimed at delivering genuine driver engagement.
The 55 kWh battery gives a 249-mile WLTP range, which Caterham accepts as a sensible trade-off for keeping weight down. It is enough for spirited driving and everyday use, and the fast 150 kW charging (20-80 percent in 15 minutes) helps on longer trips.
Caterham Project V safety overview
As a low-volume specialist sports car, the Caterham Project V has not been crash-tested by any NCAP body, and Caterham has not yet published a full safety equipment list. Its carbon-fibre monocoque provides a strong, light structure, and specialist cars like this are built to meet the necessary type-approval standards for sale. Full safety specifications will be confirmed closer to production in 2027.
Caterham Project V battery and charging guide
Charging is a strong point. The Project V supports 150 kW DC rapid charging, taking the battery from 20 to 80 percent in just 15 minutes - excellent for a sports car and helped by the relatively small 55 kWh battery. The AC charging rate has not been officially confirmed yet, and the car is expected to use the standard CCS connector common in the UK and Europe. Exact charging details will be finalised nearer to launch.
Caterham Project V warranty details
Caterham has not announced warranty terms for the Project V yet, as it is an upcoming model. Confirm the vehicle and battery warranty directly with Caterham closer to production, as this is an important consideration for a low-volume, specialist EV.
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Frequently asked questions about Caterham Project V
How much will the Caterham Project V cost?
Caterham has indicated a US price of around 135,000 dollars. The UK price has not been finalised yet and will be confirmed closer to production, which is targeted for 2027.
What is the range of the Caterham Project V?
The Project V has a WLTP range of 249 miles from its 55 kWh battery. Caterham deliberately keeps the battery relatively small to save weight, in keeping with the brand's lightweight philosophy.
How fast is the Caterham Project V?
Its rear-axle motor produces 268 hp, giving a 0-62 mph time of under 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 143 mph - quick and agile, helped by the car's very low weight.
What is the interior and seating of the Project V like?
The Project V uses a flexible 2+1 seating layout as standard, with a 2+2 option, in a driver-focused sports-coupe cabin. Final interior details will be confirmed closer to production.
When does the Caterham Project V go on sale?
The Project V was revealed as a concept and is now in prototype testing, with production targeted for 2027. A US launch is planned, with UK and other markets to follow.
Is the Caterham Project V fully electric?
Yes. The Project V is Caterham's first fully electric car, with a 55 kWh battery and a rear-mounted electric motor - no petrol engine.
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Available colours
Caterham has not yet published a full production colour palette for the Project V. The shades shown here are representative of the concept and prototype cars; official Project V colours will be confirmed closer to its 2027 launch.