MTA EV Shera Comfy Passenger

The MTA EV Shera Comfy Passenger is a fully built, high-speed electric auto-rickshaw (L5M passenger carrier) from MTA EV, priced from Rs 3.50 lakh. It seats the driver plus four passengers (D+4), rides on an 800 kg gross vehicle weight, and is aimed at city passenger transport, feeder routes and shared last-mile mobility where a full-size e-auto is the standard workhorse.

Range and charging

MTA EV claims a 120 km range on a full charge from the 7.8 kWh lithium-ion battery pack running at 48 V. A full charge takes 3-4 hours from a standard socket, which suits overnight charging after a single day's shift. There is no fast-charge option, so operators should plan around a one-full-shift rhythm rather than expecting a mid-day top-up.

Performance and payload

The Shera Comfy Passenger is powered by a 7 kW electric motor with 35 Nm of torque and a 45 km/h top speed, driving an automatic transmission with a 1-forward 1-reverse gearbox. The chassis-with-cabin layout rides on three wheels with MacPherson strut front and leaf-spring rear suspension, drum brakes, and 3 x 75 x 12 tyres. It measures 3150 mm long, 1000 mm wide and 1900 mm tall, with a 2170 mm wheelbase and 185 mm of ground clearance, and carries a gross weight of 800 kg with D+4 seating.

Who should buy it

The Shera Comfy Passenger is built for passenger-carrying operators: e-auto drivers, feeder and shuttle services, and small transport businesses that need a low-cost, low-running-cost vehicle for dense urban routes. The 45 km/h top speed and 120 km range make it a genuine full-shift city carrier rather than a short-hop toy. Buyers should confirm MTA EV's service network and battery warranty in their city before committing, as the brand's dealer coverage is thinner than Bajaj or Mahindra's.