LEVC (London EV Company, Geely) TX
Range-extender electric London taxi · 4W · Launched 2017
GBP 70,000 - 75,000 (UK market)
≈ ₹58.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
103 km
Battery
31 kWh
Top speed
130 km/h
Charge
4 hr
Power
148 bhp
Seats
6
Available colors
Overview
The London black cab, electrified. Launched in 2017 — not officially sold globally. GBP 70,000+. 64 mi (103 km) EV range + petrol generator for 350+ mi total. Mandatory for new London Hackney Carriage licences since 2018. Built by Geely-owned LEVC in Coventry.
Best for
London taxi drivers required by TfL to operate zero-emission-capable Hackney Carriages
Pros & cons
+Pros
- 64 mi EV range covers most London shifts
- Petrol generator eliminates range anxiety
- Wheelchair-accessible mandatory design
- Built-in privacy partition and contactless payment
−Cons
- Not sold globally
- GBP 70,000+ premium pricing
- Only viable as taxi or special hire
- REEV adds maintenance complexity
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by LEVC (London EV Company, Geely) in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
REEV petrol generator service intervals critical
Reported in earlier models — LEVC (London EV Company, Geely) has released fixes for newer batches.
Range drops 15-20% in extreme summer or winter conditions
Reported in earlier models — LEVC (London EV Company, Geely) has released fixes for newer batches.
Charging connector pins need occasional clean for full speed
Reported in earlier models — LEVC (London EV Company, Geely) has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery worth checking annually
Reported in earlier models — LEVC (London EV Company, Geely) has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the LEVC (London EV Company, Geely) TX in United Kingdom
- 1Range: the 64 miles figure quoted in United Kingdom is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
- 2Charging: a 31 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network — this model does 0-80% in 30 min (50 kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
- 4Climate: Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
- 5Fit: the LEVC (London EV Company, Geely) TX is well-suited to town and commuter driving — plan a rapid-charge stop for longer motorway journeys.
The LEVC (London EV Company, Geely) TX for United Kingdom buyers
What this electric car means in United Kingdom — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in United Kingdom
The LEVC (London EV Company, Geely) TX is rated at 64 miles on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
Charging
Plan around CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network. The 31 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
Climate & real-world range
Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current United Kingdom eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 31 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 103 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 4 hours |
| Fast charge | 0-80% in 30 min (50 kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 5 years / 2,40,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 130 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 148 bhp |
| Torque | 255 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM + 1.5L petrol range extender |
| Drive type | RWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 2245 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 175 mm |
| Boot space | 850 litres |
| Seating | 6 seats |
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LEVC (London EV Company, Geely) TX
GBP 70,000 - 75,000 (UK market)
Bottom line
The LEVC (London EV Company, Geely) TX scores 6.6/10 overall. Best suited for: London taxi drivers required by TfL to operate zero-emission-capable Hackney Carriages. Key strength: 64 mi ev range covers most london shifts. Main consideration: not sold globally.
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