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EPIC Carts E40L

EPIC's lifted four-seater (an ICON family brand) pairs a 5 kW motor with a 51V/105Ah lithium pack and lists 25 miles per charge at 20 mph — the most conservative range disclosure in the field, which we count in its favor. EPIC's own copy only says "street-ready," but it is a genuine factory LSV: NHTSA's registry lists EPIC Distribution as a Low-Speed Vehicle manufacturer with its own VIN prefix. Ships with LSV equipment (turn signals, mirrors, 3-point belts, DOT windshield). Dealer pricing observed $12,995–$15,000. Street-legal: yes (LSV certified). MSRP range: $12,995–$15,000.

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 · 07/15/2026 · How we verify LSV status →

Deal score · Fair — market price

$302/mi of range · $3,249/seat vs. the field median $273/mi · $2,917/seat across 79 carts. Priced right in line with the field.

Your pick if

battery peace-of-mind matters most — it leads the value field on battery warranty.

Verified specification sheet

The facts, with receipts

MODEL FILE · EPIC-E40L
LAST VERIFIED 07/15/2026
Top speed25 mph1
Range (low)25 mi1
Range (high)25 mi1
Battery typelithium2
Battery capacity105 Ah2
System voltage51 V2
Seats41
Length130 in1
Width50 in1
Height80.8 in1
Curb weight1,540 lb1
Motor power5 kW2
BrakesFour-wheel disc, electromagnetic parking brake2
SuspensionMacPherson-style adjustable coil-over front, solid-axle coil-over rear with stabilizer bar2
Warranty3 yr3
Battery warranty8 yr3
LSV certified (street-legal capable)Yes4
1 SOURCE: epiccarts.com · VERIFIED 07/14/20262 SOURCE: epiccarts.com · VERIFIED 07/14/20263 SOURCE: epiccarts.com · VERIFIED 07/14/20264 SOURCE: vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov · VERIFIED 07/15/2026

◆ Range reality check

~43mi, normalized
Maker claims 25 mi

Computed from the 5.36 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
$3,249
MSRP ÷ seats
Per mile of range
$302
MSRP ÷ ~43 mi
Cost per kWh
$2,424
MSRP ÷ 5.36 kWh
Power-to-weight
3.2 W/lb
motor watts ÷ weight
Warranty
3 / 8 yr
vehicle / 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

  • Longest battery warranty in class — 8 years.

Trade-offs

  • Shortest range in the division's factory-LSV field — 25 miles.

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 EPIC Carts E40L street legal?
Yes. The EPIC Carts E40L 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 EPIC Carts E40L go?
25 mph — the top of the federal LSV range.
How far does the EPIC Carts E40L go on a charge?
Up to 25 miles per charge, per the manufacturer. Real-world range depends on load, terrain, speed, and battery age.
How much does the EPIC Carts E40L cost?
$12,995–$15,000 MSRP. Run our 5-year cost-of-ownership calculator for the true cost including charging, maintenance, and insurance.
How many people does the EPIC Carts E40L seat?
The EPIC Carts E40L seats 4.

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