► Electrogenic explained
► Here’s what they do
► From Minis to 911s
If you’re a fan of electric cars and restoration, you’ve probably already heard of Electrogenic. For the last few years, the Oxford-based firm has made a name for itself turning classic cars, fragments of classic cars – and sometimes more modern motors – into all-electric vehicles. Think of anything from a Porsche 911 to a Jaguar E-Type, and Electrogenic has plopped an electric motor and batteries (among other things) in it. On this page you’ll find everything you need to know about one of the most popular EV-conversion companies around – from what we’ve driven to what’s on the Electrogenic menu.
What makes Electrogenic different?
There are several EV conversion outfits around, but Electrogenic is keen to emphasise its holistic approach to electrification. In addition to swapping an internal combustion engine with an electric motor and batteries, Electrogenic also sets to work on the chassis, suspension and brakes. That way, the finished car can cope with the increased weight and torque that an EV powertrain brings.
Electrogenic develops its modular, powertrain technology in-house too. That way it can easily fit a system that is sympathetic to the existing layout of classic cars. For example, the standard skateboard battery wouldn’t fit in an E-Type, would it?
The Electrogenic cars so far
Mini
The original Mini has certainly seen its fair share of engine swaps over the years, with all manner of different motors crammed under its stubby nose. But it’s not just high-powered four-pots donated by Honda, Vauxhall or a superbike, the Electrogenic Mini is one of the latest examples of an all-electric version.
You can read our review of the Electrogenic Mini here
Morgan 4/4
Electrogenic’s Morgan 4/4 is a pioneering conversion of the original four-wheeler. Based on a 1957 original, the 1930s-inspired ash-framed body now houses decidedly 21st-century technology without altering the work of Malvern’s craftspeople and stylists.
You can read more about the Electrogenic Morgan 4/4 here
Porsche 356
A few months ago Electrogenic revealed what it believed to be the first fully electric example of the Porsche 356.
Using a ‘fully reversible’ process, the car’s 1.6-litre, flat-four petrol engine has been replaced with an air-cooled, Netgain ‘Hyper9’ brushless electric motor. The new unit generates 120bhp and 173lb ft of torque, both of which are increases on the original powertrain.
You can read more about the Electrogenic Porsche here
Citroen DS
In 2021 Electogenic ripped a 2.0-litre straight four from a Citroen DS and shoehorned in a 120hp brushless motor.
The one you see in the pics is a one-off commissioned by a customer. But, Oxfordshire-based Electrogenic will make you one for £55,000, not including the donor car.
You can read more about the Electrogenic DS here
Jaguar E-Type
Most recently, Electrogenic added dropped a EV powertrain kit into a Jaguar E-Type. Thanks to a plug-and-play conversion kit, the 60s roadster now has 21st century guts, and no emissions.