Spanish automotive brand builds electric yachts in Poland

 "Cupra, a Spanish automotive brand, takes a slightly different approach to mobility. Under its own name and in cooperation with De Antonio Yachts, it builds yachts. Now it has presented a new model - the E23 Terramar. This is a fully electric yacht that will be manufactured in... Ostróda, Poland.

 

The technologically advanced project combines the spirit of the Cupra brand with modern solutions in the field of electromobility on the water. The E23 Terramar is the next stage of Cupra's cooperation with De Antonio Yachts, which began in 2020. The first result of this cooperation was the D28 Formentor yacht, which was inspired by the Formentor model. Both Formentors have combustion engines, the one on the water, with a power of 400 HP, can reach a maximum speed of 40 knots. In 2022, the D28 Formentor e-Hybrid version was presented, which combined a 400 HP combustion engine with two electric engines with a power of 15 kW each. This hybrid unit allowed sailing in fully electric mode, which was particularly useful in areas with limited access, such as ports or lakes, where it is important to limit emissions and noise.

 

We recently wrote about the modernization that the Cupra brand's bestseller, the Formentor, underwent. But the compact Leon has also undergone changes - and it is worth paying attention to it. After all, not everyone likes to sit higher.

 

Now the E23 Terramar goes a step further and is the first fully electric yacht in the offer. It is a compact unit measuring 7.20 meters long and 2.23 meters wide, offering space for 8 people. However, what really sets the E23 Terramar apart is its electric drive and innovative design solutions. A special, integrated structure, placed between the hulls, provides additional lift and reduces friction during forward movement, which translates into increased range and a maximum speed of 30 knots, as well as better efficiency.

 

- The E23 Terramar is another step in our mission to push the boundaries of motorization. This yacht is proof that our commitment to innovation and sustainable development goes far beyond the world of cars - admits Wayne Griffiths, CEO of Cupra. The yacht's Pale Chrome Oxide color and materials refer to the Cupra Terramar model. The E23 Terramar is manufactured in Ostróda, at the Model-Art plant - a Polish yacht manufacturer with over 25 years of experience in the industry."