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Aries EV Classic 6 (C6)

The Aries EV Classic 6 (C6) is the standard non-lifted 6-passenger factory-LSV — a 48V 5 kW AC drivetrain, a 105Ah LiFePO4 pack, 12-inch wheels and street tires, 25 mph, a 40-mile range, double A-arm front / solid rear axle suspension, and a 10-inch touchscreen with backup camera. It is the street-tire sibling of the lifted Classic 6 XL. Aries does not publish dimensions, weight, ground clearance, brakes, charge time, or warranty terms; the $11,995 figure is a dealer starting price. Street-legal: yes (LSV certified). MSRP range: $11,995.

Verified · sourced specs · NHTSA vPIC · no paid rank
Factory LSV — verified

Factory-certified Low-Speed Vehicle (FMVSS 500)

Verified against the NHTSA vPIC registry · 07/30/2026 · How we verify LSV status →

Deal score · Good value

$300/mi of range · $1,999/seat vs. the field median $270/mi · $2,810/seat across 58 carts. Priced a notch below the field for what you get.

Your pick if

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

Verified specification sheet

The facts, with receipts

MODEL FILE · ARIES-EV-CLASSIC-6
LAST VERIFIED 07/30/2026
Top speed25 mph1
Range (low)40 mi1
Range (high)40 mi1
Battery typelithium1
Battery capacity105 Ah1
System voltage48 V1
Seats61
Motor power5 kW1
SuspensionDouble A-arm front, solid rear axle1
Display size10 in1
LSV certified (street-legal capable)Yes2
1 SOURCE: ariesev.com · VERIFIED 07/30/20262 SOURCE: vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov · VERIFIED 07/30/2026

◆ Range reality check

~40mi, normalized
Maker claims 40 mi

Computed from the 5.04 kWh pack (system voltage × amp-hours) at a standard 0.125 kWh per mile — the same efficiency on every model, so ranges compare apples-to-apples. Real-world range varies with load, terrain, speed, and battery age.

◆ Value scorecard

Cost per seat
$1,999
MSRP ÷ seats
Per mile of range
$300
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.
  • Seats 6.

Trade-offs

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

Frequently asked

Is the Aries EV Classic 6 (C6) street legal?
Yes. The Aries EV Classic 6 (C6) 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 Aries EV Classic 6 (C6) go?
25 mph — the top of the federal LSV range.
How far does the Aries EV Classic 6 (C6) 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 Aries EV Classic 6 (C6) cost?
$11,995 MSRP. Run our 5-year cost-of-ownership calculator for the true cost including charging, maintenance, and insurance.
How many people does the Aries EV Classic 6 (C6) seat?
The Aries EV Classic 6 (C6) seats 6.

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