A Chinese electric city car rented at Lidl

This page is translated from the original post "Une citadine électrique chinoise en location chez Lidl" in French.

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Elaris Finn Lidl

Unfortunately, Lidl did not create a special livery featuring its signature colors.

After offering a leasing formula on the Nissan Leaf, Lidl has made a new move in the automotive sector, but only in Austria and Germany. In these two countries, the retailer recently launched a subscription for the Elaris Finn, a Chinese-origin city car.

The offer was implemented as part of a partnership with Like2Drive, a leasing specialist. It allows you to rent an Elaris Finn for €222/month, with no initial deposit. The subscription lasts for one year, with the possibility of driving up to 10,000 km. Lidl’s discount is notable, as the Finn normally costs €269/month with Like2Drive.

The offer ended on July 10, just two weeks after its launch. Furthermore, it was limited in quantity (100 cars available). In other words, it was more of a marketing stunt than a genuine move into the car rental sector.

Elaris Finn, a Fake German Car

The Finn was designed in China, where it is also produced. It is imported and officially marketed in Germany by the German company Elaris. Measuring 2.78 meters long, it is slightly larger than a Citroën Ami, but remains a simple two-seater with a 229-liter trunk.

The Finn is not a lightweight quadricycle like the Ami, but a “real” car capable of reaching a maximum speed of 115 km/h. Its electric motor, which delivers 48 hp, is paired with a 30 kWh battery. Weighing less than a ton (930 kg), the Finn promises a respectable range of 300 km. Although fairly basic, it features an infotainment screen with integrated navigation.

Without opting for a leasing plan, the Elaris Finn costs €20,330 (excluding national subsidies). At this price point, it has no direct rivals in the automotive market, at least not among major manufacturers. It could be compared to a Dacia Spring or a Smart Fortwo EV, but these target a different clientele and are slightly more expensive.

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