What is the Elaris PIO?
The Elaris PIO is a small electric city car. Its compact shape makes it suited to urban driving, where a nimble car can be easier to park. The PIO was part of Elaris’s electric vehicle range, which also included larger models such as the BEO.
Elaris is a German company that sells electric vehicles made in China by partner manufacturers. The PIO was based on the Zhidou D2, a Chinese electric car.
Generations, engines and power
The PIO has one listed version: an electric motor producing 36 kW (49 PS). It has no petrol or diesel engine.
How economical is the Elaris PIO?
The PIO runs on electricity and has no exhaust emissions while driving. Its official registration figures do not give a consumption rating. Vehicle test procedures vary by market: Europe uses WLTP and, for some older ratings, NEDC; the USA uses EPA testing, while Canada uses a five-cycle test.
Where was the Elaris PIO sold?
The PIO was registered in the European Economic Area in 2023 and 2024. There were 364 registrations in total: 348 in 2023 and 16 in 2024.
Questions and answers
Was the Elaris PIO petrol-powered?
No. The PIO is listed as an electric car, with a power output of 36 kW (49 PS).
How many Elaris PIOs were registered in the EU market figures?
There were 364 registrations across 2023 and 2024: 348 in 2023 and 16 in 2024.
When was the Elaris PIO registered in Europe?
The PIO was registered in the European Economic Area in 2023 and 2024.