The Russian brand Evolute has revised its July price lists for two models. As "Avtonovosti Dnya" found out, the second-generation i-Joy electric crossover has become 150 thousand rubles more expensive, and the i-Space hybrid – 100 thousand. The "City" version of the i-Joy has disappeared from the range, leaving the buyer with a choice between "Business" for 2,974,000 rubles and "City+" for 3,174,000.
The state program of preferential car loans is designed to soften the blow. The subsidy covers 35% of the cost, but no more than 925 thousand rubles. With it, the basic i-Joy costs 2,049,000 rubles, and the top-end – 2,249,000.
The five-seater i-Space with state support costs 2,660,000, and the seven-seater – 2,760,000 rubles. Both cars are adapted versions of Chinese models: the i-Joy is a rebranding of the Dongfeng Nammi 06 with a 163 hp electric motor and a 51.87 kWh battery, and the i-Space is a hybrid with a range of 1250 km.
The price increase is in line with the general market trend, but for Evolute, it is also a test of demand elasticity before "Innoprom-2026", where the brand will present its entire lineup. The electric i-Joy with fast charging from 30 to 80% in 18 minutes remains one of the most affordable offers in the segment, not counting Chinese competitors without state support.
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