Introducing the i2C - Indonesia's national electric SUV, priced at 790 million RMB.
First appearing at the GIIAS 2025 international auto show, the i2C electric car model of PT Teknologi Militer Indonesia (PT TMI) attracted media attention.
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At the ongoing Indonesia International Motor Show (GIIAS) 2025, the i2C electric car, dubbed the "national car," was unveiled as a 1:1 scale clay model. The name of this model is an abbreviation of "Indonesian Indigenous Car." The i2C's exterior design is inspired by the mythical Garuda bird – a sacred symbol in Indonesian culture and ancient Champa sculpture. Design details resembling a lion's head, a bird's beak, a human body, and animal legs, combined with traditional batik patterns, create a unique appearance rarely seen in the current electric SUV segment.
The new i2C electric SUV boasts a powerful, angular design. While the interior design has not yet been revealed, it is expected to have three rows of seats, accommodating a total of seven passengers. Not only impressive in design, the i2C also boasts remarkable technical specifications. The SUV uses an 83.4 kWh NMC lithium battery, providing a driving range of up to 617 km according to CLTC standards. The car is powered by a rear-mounted electric motor, providing a maximum power of 204 horsepower and a maximum torque of 310 Nm, equivalent to the BYD Atto 3 model.
With this power, the i2C is capable of accelerating from 0-100 km/h in approximately 9.1 seconds and reaching a top speed of 200 km/h. The DC fast charging system supports a maximum power of 150 kW, while AC charging reaches 11 kW, significantly reducing charging time for users. According to PT TMI, the i2C electric vehicle will complete its testing phase soon before officially launching its finished version at the 2026 auto show. The company plans to begin mass production in late 2027 or early 2028 with an expected selling price of under 500 million rupiah (approximately 790 million VND), targeting the mass market segment.
Notably, many components such as rearview mirrors and lighting systems have been localized, serving the goal of cost control and developing a domestic supply chain. PT TMI Chairman and CEO, Mr. Harsusantu, shared that every design was carefully considered to ensure suitability with domestic production capacity and reasonable pricing. The company also stated that it will produce approximately 40-50 prototype vehicles for crash tests, assess production feasibility, and verify the technology. The entire process is supported by advanced digital simulation, similar to that used in the aerospace industry.
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