This is the Farnova Othello, a new Chinese electric supercar. The Othello sprints from zero to one hundred in just 1.8 seconds, to 300 in 8.5 seconds and reaches 420 kilometers per hour. Only 200 copies are made for a cool 1.86 million yuan ($ 288,000) per unit.
The Farnova Othello is manufactured by Farnova Automotive, a company founded in 2019 and based in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province. The company has a “strategic cooperation agreement” with Beijing-based Qiantu Motors, a troubled electric sports car maker that made fame with the Qiantu K50 but does not currently produce any cars. Farnova and Qiantu will build a new factory in Changde, Hunan Province.
Farnova Automotive founder Guo Gelin became a very wealthy man thanks to his yacht business. Farnova Yacht is also based in Shenzhen and builds high-end sailing ships and a cool RV.
Farnova Automotive plans to build electric cars and buses. The company released images of an upcoming Fano Lightweight 12M electric bus designed by a former Lamborghini chief designer. Unfortunately, Farnova did not name this gentleman.
Farnova also presented a smaller electric bus that will go into production in 2022. The batteries are provided by BYD.
The Othello is expected to be based on the Qiantu K50, but the size and specifications do not match, making it a completely new vehicle. The Othello is equipped with a dual motor system with a total output of 1835 hp and 12,000 Nm. Oddly enough, the battery size is only 75 kWh, which seems very small for a vehicle with specifications like the Othello. The company specifies a range of 600 kilometers. Interestingly, Farnova says the battery is sourced from Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt. Size: 4670/2080/1145, with 2670 wheelbase and 1350 kilos curb weight.
The aero is pretty impressive with a folding wing at the rear and a large diffuser under the vehicle.
The interior has a minimalist design with an oval steering wheel and a see-through instrument panel. The racing seats are from Recaro.
Speed brake on the roof. The car in the photos is called Proto 1. Farnova plans to start production next year. The Othellos will serve as a halo car for the brand. Starting in 2023, the company will launch a range of electric SUVs, crossovers and sedans.
A great looking car and a promising company. Let’s see if they can get the Othello into production.
