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Star EV Sirius 4

The Star EV Sirius 4 is the four-passenger Sirius built on the long 96-inch chassis of the six-seat Sirius 4+2, with a 5 kW AC motor, 48V 450A controller, a 105Ah STAR Smart lithium pack standard (160/210Ah optional), four-wheel hydraulic brakes and adjustable coil-over suspension, with a claimed 40-60 mile range. It ships at 19.5 mph; 25 mph is its LSV configuration. Warranty is 2-year bumper-to-bumper, 4-year frame, and a 6.5-year lithium battery warranty with free replacement through month 42. Star EV publishes no factory MSRP; its dealer feed lists $18,155. Street-legal: yes (LSV certified). MSRP range: $18,155.

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

Factory-certified Low-Speed Vehicle (FMVSS 500)

Verified against the NHTSA vPIC registry · 09/26/2026 · How we verify LSV status →

Deal score · Premium price

$454/mi of range · $4,539/seat vs. the field median $283/mi · $3,000/seat across 86 carts. Priced above the field — you're paying for the tier or the badge.

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 · STAR-EV-SIRIUS-4
LAST VERIFIED 09/26/2026
Top speed25 mph†1
Top speed as delivered19.5 mph†1
Range (low)40 mi†1
Range (high)60 mi†1
Battery typelithium†1
Battery capacity105 Ah†1
System voltage48 V†1
Seats4†1
Length123 in†1
Width47 in†1
Height77 in†1
Curb weight1,430 lb†1
Motor power5 kW†1
Brakes4-wheel hydraulic, front disc, rear drum†1
SuspensionAdjustable coil-over shocks front and rear; independent rear†1
Warranty2 yr†1
Battery warranty (total term)6.5 yr†2
Battery full-replacement coverage3.5 yr†2
Battery warranty terms6.5 years: free replacement through month 42, then a new pack at 50%, 60% and 70% of retail to month 78†2
LSV certified (street-legal capable)Yes†1
Ground clearance5.8 in†1
Turning radius15 ft†1
†1 SOURCE: starev.com · VERIFIED 09/26/2026†2 SOURCE: cdn.prod.website-files.com · VERIFIED 09/26/2026

◆ Range reality check

~40mi, normalized
Maker claims 40–60 mi · runs high

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. Manufacturer “up to” figures are usually measured at 19 mph on the largest optional pack, which is why the claim runs high.

◆ Value scorecard

Cost per seat
$4,539
MSRP ÷ seats
Per mile of range
$454
MSRP ÷ ~40 mi
Cost per kWh
$3,602
MSRP ÷ 5.04 kWh
Power-to-weight
3.5 W/lb
motor watts ÷ weight
Warranty
2 / 6.5 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.
  • 60-mile max range covers most daily driving.

Trade-offs

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

Frequently asked

Is the Star EV Sirius 4 street legal?
Yes. The Star EV Sirius 4 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 Star EV Sirius 4 go?
25 mph — the top of the federal LSV range.
How far does the Star EV Sirius 4 go on a charge?
Up to 60 miles per charge, per the manufacturer. Real-world range depends on load, terrain, speed, and battery age.
How much does the Star EV Sirius 4 cost?
$18,155 MSRP. Run our 5-year cost-of-ownership calculator for the true cost including charging, maintenance, and insurance.
How many people does the Star EV Sirius 4 seat?
The Star EV Sirius 4 seats 4.

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