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Club Car Onward 4 Passenger LSV (HP Lithium)

Club Car's factory street-legal (FMVSS 500) lithium 2+2 — the legacy-brand entry in the field, with a 25 mph top speed and a choice of 4.0 kWh (up to 30 mi) or 7.0 kWh (up to 55 mi) lithium packs. Note for cross-shoppers: the non-LSV PTV version of this same cart tops out at 19.2 mph — configuration decides street-legality, here as everywhere. Street-legal: yes (LSV certified). MSRP range: $14,299.

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

Factory-certified Low-Speed Vehicle (FMVSS 500)

Factory-certified street-legal LSV — no conversion kit needed.

Verified against the NHTSA vPIC registry · 07/14/2026 · How we verify LSV status →

Deal score · Fair — market price

$260/mi of range · $3,575/seat vs. the field median $273/mi · $2,917/seat across 79 carts. Priced right in line with the field.

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 · CLUB-CAR-ONWARD-4-HP-LITHIUM
LAST VERIFIED 09/01/2026
Top speed25 mph1
Range (low)30 mi1
Range (high)55 mi1
Battery typelithium1
Seats41
Length108 in1
Width48.8 in1
Height76 in1
Curb weight954 lb1
Motor power3.5 kW1
Motor power (hp)4.7 hp1
BrakesFront hydraulic disc, self-adjusting rear drum; electronic park brake1
SuspensionIndependent A-arm front with hydraulic shocks, track-bar rear1
Battery warranty6 yr2
LSV certified (street-legal capable)Yes1
1 SOURCE: clubcar.com · VERIFIED 07/14/20262 SOURCE: storage.clubcar.com · VERIFIED 07/14/2026

◆ Value scorecard

Cost per seat
$3,575
MSRP ÷ seats
Per mile of range
$260
MSRP ÷ ~55 mi
Power-to-weight
3.7 W/lb
motor watts ÷ weight
Warranty
6 yr
battery

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. Cost per kWh is what the price actually buys you in battery — the single figure that separates a cheap cart from an under-batteried one, and almost nobody publishes it. Pack energy is the maker's published kWh where they give one, otherwise volts × amp-hours.

Read from the verified specs

Where it wins, where it gives

Strengths

  • Factory-certified LSV — VIN'd, titleable, and insurable with no dealer conversion.
  • 55-mile max range covers most daily driving.

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 Club Car Onward 4 Passenger LSV (HP Lithium) street legal?
Yes. The Club Car Onward 4 Passenger LSV (HP Lithium) 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 Club Car Onward 4 Passenger LSV (HP Lithium) go?
25 mph — the top of the federal LSV range.
How far does the Club Car Onward 4 Passenger LSV (HP Lithium) go on a charge?
Up to 55 miles per charge, per the manufacturer. Real-world range depends on load, terrain, speed, and battery age.
How much does the Club Car Onward 4 Passenger LSV (HP Lithium) cost?
$14,299 MSRP. Run our 5-year cost-of-ownership calculator for the true cost including charging, maintenance, and insurance.
How many people does the Club Car Onward 4 Passenger LSV (HP Lithium) seat?
The Club Car Onward 4 Passenger LSV (HP Lithium) seats 4.

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