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Aries EV Classic 6 XL (C6XL)

The Aries EV Classic 6 XL (C6XL) is the lifted six-seater from Aries EV Corporation (Plant City, FL; LVTONG-backed), an NHTSA-registered Low-Speed Vehicle maker. Per the official page it shares the C4FXL drivetrain — a 48V / 105Ah LiFePO4 pack and 5 kW motor — reaching 25 mph in its street-legal LSV configuration with a rated 40 miles of range, in a six-seat lifted body. Aries does not publish an MSRP for this trim; dealers quote on request. Street-legal: yes (LSV certified).

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Factory LSV — verified

Factory-certified Low-Speed Vehicle (FMVSS 500)

Factory-certified LSV — vPIC lists make ARIES EV (Aries EV Corporation, Plant City FL, WMI 73C) with vehicle type Low Speed Vehicle. Reaches 25 mph in its street-legal LSV configuration.

Verified against the NHTSA vPIC registry · 07/24/2026 · How we verify LSV status →

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-XL
LAST VERIFIED 07/24/2026
Top speed25 mph1
Range (high)40 mi1
Battery typelithium2
Battery capacity105 Ah2
System voltage48 V2
Seats62
Motor power5 kW2
SuspensionDouble A-arm front, solid rear axle, lifted1
LSV certified (street-legal capable)Yes3
1 SOURCE: gevehicles.com · VERIFIED 07/24/20262 SOURCE: ariesev.com · VERIFIED 07/24/20263 SOURCE: vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov · VERIFIED 07/24/2026

◆ 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.

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.

Street-legal status

Factory street-legal (LSV) — no kit needed

Factory-certified LSV — vPIC lists make ARIES EV (Aries EV Corporation, Plant City FL, WMI 73C) with vehicle type Low Speed Vehicle. Reaches 25 mph in its street-legal LSV configuration. 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 Aries EV Classic 6 XL (C6XL) street legal?
Yes. The Aries EV Classic 6 XL (C6XL) 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 XL (C6XL) go?
25 mph — the top of the federal LSV range.
How far does the Aries EV Classic 6 XL (C6XL) 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 many people does the Aries EV Classic 6 XL (C6XL) seat?
The Aries EV Classic 6 XL (C6XL) seats 6.

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