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Venom EV Strike 4

The Venom EV Strike 4 is the forward-facing four-seater in Venom's Strike line, on the same platform as the Stealth 4 and Strike 6. It runs a 5 kW KDS motor and a 52V / 100Ah LiFePO4 pack (160Ah optional), with hydraulic 4-wheel disc brakes and a 10-inch CarPlay touchscreen. Venom is an NHTSA-registered Low-Speed Vehicle maker; it ships in 19 mph golf mode by default and reaches 25 mph only in the dealer/state-approved LSV configuration. Dealer pricing runs around $12,999. Street-legal: yes (LSV certified). MSRP range: $12,999.

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Factory LSV — verified

Factory-certified Low-Speed Vehicle (FMVSS 500)

Factory-certified LSV (NHTSA-registered, WMI 1V9260). Ships in 19 mph golf mode by default; 25 mph is available only on state- and dealer-approved Low Speed Vehicle configurations (Venom's verbatim wording).

Verified against the NHTSA vPIC registry · 08/01/2026 · How we verify LSV status →

Deal score · Premium price

$310/mi of range · $3,250/seat vs. the field median $270/mi · $2,870/seat across 75 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 · VENOM-STRIKE-4
LAST VERIFIED 08/01/2026
Top speed25 mph1
Battery typelithium1
Battery capacity100 Ah1
System voltage52 V1
Seats41
Length119 in1
Width51 in1
Height76.5 in1
Curb weight1,160 lb2
Motor power5 kW1
BrakesHydraulic 4-wheel disc1
Display size10 in1
Battery warranty8 yr1
LSV certified (street-legal capable)Yes3
Ground clearance6.3 in1
1 SOURCE: venom-ev.com · VERIFIED 08/01/20262 SOURCE: centralclassiccars.com · VERIFIED 08/01/20263 SOURCE: vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov · VERIFIED 08/01/2026

◆ Range reality check

~42mi, normalized

Computed from the 5.2 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
$3,250
MSRP ÷ seats
Per mile of range
$310
MSRP ÷ ~42 mi
Power-to-weight
4.3 W/lb
motor watts ÷ weight
Warranty
8 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.

Read from the verified specs

Where it wins, where it gives

Strengths

  • Factory-certified LSV — VIN'd, titleable, and insurable with no dealer conversion.
  • 8-year battery warranty is among the longest in the field.

Trade-offs

  • Manufacturer hasn't published a range figure — we left it blank rather than guess.

Street-legal status

Factory street-legal (LSV) — no kit needed

Factory-certified LSV (NHTSA-registered, WMI 1V9260). Ships in 19 mph golf mode by default; 25 mph is available only on state- and dealer-approved Low Speed Vehicle configurations (Venom's verbatim wording). 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 Venom EV Strike 4 street legal?
Yes. The Venom EV Strike 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 Venom EV Strike 4 go?
25 mph — the top of the federal LSV range.
How much does the Venom EV Strike 4 cost?
$12,999 MSRP. Run our 5-year cost-of-ownership calculator for the true cost including charging, maintenance, and insurance.
How many people does the Venom EV Strike 4 seat?
The Venom EV Strike 4 seats 4.

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