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ActivEV Pulse (4 Seater)

ActivEV's flagship — Bintelli's premium house brand. The 4-seat forward-facing Pulse runs a 5 kW AC motor and an ECO lithium pack, with a 10.1-inch touchscreen, four-wheel hydraulic brakes and independent front suspension. It's a clean factory Low-Speed Vehicle: ACTIVEV LLC is NHTSA-registered with LSV as its primary type, and the Pulse ships DOT-equipped at 25 mph. Dealers list it around $10,795–$11,999. Street-legal: yes (LSV certified). MSRP range: $10,795–$11,999.

Your pick if

you want a proven factory-LSV in the premium class without paying up for the belt.

Verified specification sheet

The facts, with receipts

MODEL FILE · ACTIVEV-PULSE
LAST VERIFIED 07/18/2026
Top speed25 mph1
Range (low)30 mi2
Range (high)40 mi1
Battery typelithium1
Battery capacity105 Ah3
Seats41
Length122 in1
Width48 in1
Height78 in1
Motor power5 kW1
BrakesFour-wheel hydraulic1
SuspensionFront independent; rear coil spring with hydraulic shock1
Display size10.1 in1
LSV certified (street-legal capable)Yes4
Ground clearance8 in1
1 SOURCE: activegolfcarts.com · VERIFIED 07/18/20262 SOURCE: bintelligolfcarts.com · VERIFIED 07/18/20263 SOURCE: drgolfcars.com · VERIFIED 07/18/20264 SOURCE: vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov · VERIFIED 07/18/2026

◆ Value scorecard

Cost per seat
$2,699
MSRP ÷ seats
Per mile of range
$270
MSRP ÷ ~40 mi

Our figures, from verified specs + MSRP — lower cost-per-seat and cost-per-mile is better; higher power-to-weight means more pep and hill-climb. Range uses the normalized estimate.

Read from the verified specs

Where it wins, where it gives

Strengths

  • Factory-certified LSV — VIN'd, titleable, and insurable with no dealer conversion.

Trade-offs

  • No material knock on the verified specs — the call comes down to fit and price.

Street-legal status

Factory street-legal (LSV) — no kit needed

Factory-certified street-legal LSV — no conversion kit needed. The DOT equipment, VIN, and 25 mph rating come from the factory, so you can title and register it without any aftermarket conversion.

Frequently asked

Is the ActivEV Pulse (4 Seater) street legal?
Yes. The ActivEV Pulse (4 Seater) is a factory-certified Low-Speed Vehicle (LSV), confirmed against the NHTSA manufacturer registry. It carries a VIN and can be titled, registered, and insured for roads posted 35 mph or under.
How fast does the ActivEV Pulse (4 Seater) go?
25 mph — the top of the federal LSV range.
How far does the ActivEV Pulse (4 Seater) go on a charge?
Up to 40 miles per charge, per the manufacturer. Real-world range depends on load, terrain, speed, and battery age.
How much does the ActivEV Pulse (4 Seater) cost?
$10,795–$11,999 MSRP. Run our 5-year cost-of-ownership calculator for the true cost including charging, maintenance, and insurance.
How many people does the ActivEV Pulse (4 Seater) seat?
The ActivEV Pulse (4 Seater) seats 4.

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