Unveiled as the brand’s first all-electric compact crossover SUV, the Elektron marks a dramatic evolution for the 79-year-old automaker. While Francisco Motors built its legacy as the “King of the Road,” the Elektron signals an ambitious leap toward positioning the Philippines on the global stage for Next-Energy Vehicles (NEVs).
- Length: 4,640 mm
- Width: 1,870 mm
- Height: 1,655 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,760 mm
- Luggage Capacity: 450 liters
- Seating: 5 passengers
- Color Palette: Moon White, Lemon Yellow, Natron Red, Stellar Black, and Oasis Green
Inside, the cabin takes a tech-forward approach with a large central infotainment touchscreen, a digital instrument cluster, and a sleek rotary gear selector. Depending on the trim, buyers can equip the Elektron with a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, ambient lighting, wireless charging pads, power-adjustable heated and ventilated memory seats, and a 10-speaker audio system.
Finally… an EV brand by Francisco Motors, who made a name for themselves by defining Filipino public transportation- the Jeepney.
Francisco Motors is launching the Elektron in three distinct variants catering to daily commuters, range-focused drivers, and performance enthusiasts:
Variant Battery Capacity Motor Setup Power / Torque 0–100 km/h Top Speed Estimated Range Basic 54.9 kWh (LFP) Single Motor (FWD) Standard 7.7 sec 160 km/h 400+ km Fashion 63.2 kWh Single Motor (FWD) Standard 7.7 sec 160 km/h 500+ km Deluxe 81.5 kWh Dual Motor (AWD) 340 kW / 640 Nm 4.3 sec 180 km/h Extended High Capacity The top-tier Deluxe variant delivers a staggering 340 kW (approximately 456 hp) and 640 Nm of torque, pushing the EV from standstill to 100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds.
The starting price of Elektron is at ₱1,947,000, for the Deluxe personal-use configuration. The company added that “Prices, specifications, warranties, financing arrangements, production schedules, and delivery dates for those configurations have not yet been announced.”