e.Go Life 60

Overview

The e.Go Life 60 was a dinky German-engineered city slicker, aiming to bring electric smiles to urban jungles. Think of it as a plucky four-wheeled alternative to a scooter, but with a roof! The Life 60, being the peppier trim of its time, packed a bit more punch for darting through traffic. Though never officially sold Stateside (it was an EU-only affair and production ceased in 2022), its unique approach to compact EV mobility makes it an interesting footnote. No official US pricing existed, naturally.

What's New for 2022?

For 2022, the e.Go Life 60 was essentially a carry-over model, marking the final production year for this iteration before the company underwent further restructuring. So, no big-bang updates or revolutionary tech drops. The focus was more on fulfilling existing orders and navigating a challenging production landscape. For those in its European home market, "new" largely meant still being able to snag one of these compact urban runabouts before they bowed out. It remained a quirky, no-frills EV designed for city life.

Design & Exterior

The e.Go Life 60 is properly tiny and looks it – a real head-turner with its almost toy-like, bubbly design. It’s built around an aluminum spaceframe with plastic body panels, keeping things light. Its diminutive dimensions are key: just 131.7 inches long, 68.8 inches wide (excluding mirrors), and 62.5 inches tall, making it a parking champion. The Life 60 trim didn't shout its credentials with wild wings, offering a minimalist aesthetic perfect for nipping through tight city streets. Simple, effective, and undeniably unique.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the Life 60, and you'll find a cabin that's as compact and functional as the exterior. It’s a strict four-seater, so rear passengers better be good friends! Materials are on the basic side, as you'd expect for a budget city car. Cargo-wise, you get a tiny 4.9 cubic feet in the trunk, expanding to a more usable 22.6 cubic feet with the rear seats down. No frunk here, folks. Tech was pretty straightforward, likely featuring a small central display for essentials, but don't expect expansive touchscreens or native Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.

Performance & Driving Experience

Under the hood (well, at the back!), the e.Go Life 60 rocks a single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) driving the rear wheels – yep, it’s RWD! This little zapper puts out 60 kW (around 80 hp) and an estimated 103 lb-ft of torque, making it surprisingly nippy for city sprints, hitting 0-60 mph in a respectable 9.6 seconds. Top speed is capped at 88 mph. Expect a go-kart-like feel with direct steering, though the short wheelbase might mean a slightly bouncy ride. Regenerative braking helps eke out extra range.

Range, Battery & Charging

The Life 60 is all about urban hops, not cross-country epics. It packs a 22.3 kWh usable battery, delivering a Green Cars Compare calculated real-world range of 76 miles – plenty for daily city duties. Efficiency is a decent 3.41 mi/kWh. Charging is an AC-only affair via its native European Type 2 (Mennekes) port; Stateside, this would've been a CCS Type 1 or J1772 for AC. With the standard 3.7 kW on-board charger, a full top-up from empty would take around 6 hours. No DC fast charging capability was offered on this model.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Given its EU-centric, budget city car status, the e.Go Life 60 wasn't widely crash-tested by US agencies like NHTSA, and its Euro NCAP ratings are not specified for this trim. You’d find the legally mandated basics like ABS and stability control. However, don't expect a suite of advanced driver-assistance systems like adaptive cruise control or lane-keeping assist as standard. This was a car built for simplicity and low cost, focusing on active driver involvement rather than semi-autonomous features. Always drive alert!

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Since the e.Go Life 60 was never sold in the US and production is discontinued, typical US warranty terms don't apply. In its European market, it likely came with a standard 2-year vehicle warranty and an 8-year or mileage-capped battery warranty, common for EVs. Maintenance would have been minimal, as with most electric cars – no oil changes! However, parts and specialized service availability would be a significant consideration for any theoretical import, especially given the manufacturer's history.