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Kandi America Kruiser 4Pro

The Kandi Kruiser 4Pro is a US-assembled (Garland, TX), value-priced four-seater sold in a genuine 25 mph street-legal LSV trim — confirmed as a Low-Speed Vehicle by NHTSA's registry (SC Autosports dba Kandi America). It pairs a 5 kW AC motor with a 48V/150Ah lithium pack, a 10-inch touchscreen, and a 1,100 lb tow rating at a $9,999 MSRP. One caution: Kandi sells the same Kruiser body as both this 25 mph lithium LSV and a cheaper 20 mph AGM golf-cart trim that is not street-titled — confirm the lithium LSV trim and a matching title before buying. Street-legal: yes (LSV certified). MSRP range: $9,999.

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

Factory-certified Low-Speed Vehicle (FMVSS 500)

Factory LSV in the 25 mph lithium trim (NHTSA-registered). Trim trap: the cheaper 20 mph base Kruiser is not a street-titled LSV — buy the 25 mph LSV version.

Verified against the NHTSA vPIC registry · 07/15/2026 · How we verify LSV status →

Deal score · Strong value

$172/mi of range · $2,500/seat vs. the field median $273/mi · $2,917/seat across 79 carts. A lot of cart for the money — priced below the field on range and seats.

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 · KANDI-KRUISER-4PRO
LAST VERIFIED 07/15/2026
Top speed25 mph1
Range (high)40 mi1
Battery typelithium1
Battery capacity150 Ah1
System voltage48 V1
Seats41
Length120 in1
Width52.5 in1
Height77 in1
Curb weight1,296 lb1
Motor power5 kW1
BrakesFront hydraulic disc, rear hydraulic drum1
SuspensionFront independent MacPherson strut; rear swing-arm straight axle1
Display size10 in1
Warranty1 yr1
Battery warranty3 yr1
LSV certified (street-legal capable)Yes2
Charge time6.5 hr1
Ground clearance7 in1
Towing capacity1,100 lb1
1 SOURCE: kandiamerica.com · VERIFIED 07/15/20262 SOURCE: vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov · VERIFIED 07/15/2026

◆ Range reality check

~58mi, normalized
Maker claims 40 mi

Computed from the 7.2 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
$2,500
MSRP ÷ seats
Per mile of range
$172
MSRP ÷ ~58 mi
Cost per kWh
$1,389
MSRP ÷ 7.2 kWh
Power-to-weight
3.9 W/lb
motor watts ÷ weight
Warranty
1 / 3 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

  • Factory-certified LSV — VIN'd, titleable, and insurable with no dealer conversion.
  • Rated to tow 1,100 lb.

Trade-offs

  • Shorter warranty than the class leaders — 1 years.

Street-legal status

Factory street-legal (LSV) — no kit needed

Factory LSV in the 25 mph lithium trim (NHTSA-registered). Trim trap: the cheaper 20 mph base Kruiser is not a street-titled LSV — buy the 25 mph LSV version. 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 Kandi America Kruiser 4Pro street legal?
Yes. The Kandi America Kruiser 4Pro 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 Kandi America Kruiser 4Pro go?
25 mph — the top of the federal LSV range.
How far does the Kandi America Kruiser 4Pro 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 Kandi America Kruiser 4Pro cost?
$9,999 MSRP. Run our 5-year cost-of-ownership calculator for the true cost including charging, maintenance, and insurance.
How many people does the Kandi America Kruiser 4Pro seat?
The Kandi America Kruiser 4Pro seats 4.

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