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Mika Cars - Meon/Meon e Price: from £65,000
Last Updated On: 27/02/2025
The Mika Meon and Mika Meon e buggy are modern interpretations of the classic beach buggy, designed and engineered in the English Midlands. Both models are lightweight, with the Meon e being the lightest road-legal electric car in the world. The design is purpose-built, with a clean-sheet chassis that makes the vehicles both light and rigid. The electric powertrain of the Meon e doesn't add unnecessary weight, maintaining the vehicle's nimbleness.
The chassis of both the ICE and full electric versions of the Meon is constructed from a steel perimeter chassis frame, central stiffening tunnel, with the central spine of Meo e stiffened by a battery case. The body is made from high quality GRP.
The petrol-fuelled version is powered by a flat 4 engine with a capacity of 1776cc, giving a power output of 67 kW (90 BHP) and torque of 125 Nm. This gives it a 0-60mph (97km/h) of 7 seconds and a top speed of 95mph (153km/h). The Meon e has a power unit of 160kW (214bhp) enabling it to reach 60mph (97km/h) in just 3.5 seconds!
Suspension at the front and rear is independent by double wishbones, coil springs over adjustable dampers. Weight of the ICE Meon is just 625kg, while the battery-powered version still only weighs in at 675kg, making it the the lightest, road-legal electric car in the world!
Driving experience, practicality and conclusion
The driving experience of the Mika Meon and Meon e is great fun. The Meon e, with its electric powertrain, reaches 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds. The ride and handling are sophisticated, confounding expectations for a beach buggy. The vehicles are surprisingly roomy and comfortable, making them enjoyable for both short and long drives.
While the Mika Meon and Meon e are niche vehicles, they offer a unique blend of practicality and fun. The Meon e's real-world range is limited, which might be a consideration for some buyers. However, the vehicles are well-engineered, with a focus on performance, handling, and braking. The price of £75,000 for the electric Meon e means they aren't cheap toys, but they offer a unique driving experience that probably justifies the cost.
All images are of the Meon e and are courtesy of Autocar
