I want a cheap EV Conversion

You will want Integrated components, that fulfill multiple functions in your build at the same time:

- cheap motor & inverter, ideally combined units (Toyota Prius Gen2 Inverter, )

- cheap batteries, this will be your biggest expense (Nissan Leaf BMS, BMW i3, repurposed hybrid batteries?)

- smaller battery packs can be compensated for by enabling rapid charging

- charger ( integrated into existing units, such as Nissan Leaf PDM, Mitsubishi Outlander charger & DCDC, Prius Inverter & charger )

If you are on a budget, make sure your locality allows what you are trying to do:

If you are looking for a performant ev conversion check the sister page.

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