At a glance
Here is how the two models stack up on the specs that matter most.
| Specification | Dualtron X | Phantom |
|---|---|---|
| Range | 161 km | 100 km |
| Battery | 3.5 kWh | 1.6 kWh |
| Efficiency | 2.2 kWh/100km | 1.6 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h | 0 s | 0 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% | ~0 min | ~0 min |
| Seats | 1 | 1 |
| Price | $5,000 | $2,500 |
| Rating | 4.6/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Estimated running cost / year | $50 | $36 |
The Dualtron X wins 3 of 8 categories, making it our pick in this head-to-head.
Range & efficiency
The Dualtron X is rated for 161 km of range versus 100 km for the Phantom. That is a difference of about 61 km, which matters most if you do regular long trips.
The Dualtron X consumes about 2.2 kWh per 100 km versus 1.6 kWh for the Phantom - so the Phantom is the cheaper and greener option per kilometre.
Performance
Acceleration figures vary by trim; check the full spec sheet below for the exact variant tested.
Charging
Charging time depends on the charger and battery temperature; the lower 10-80% figure means shorter stops on long trips.
Space & comfort
The Dualtron X seats 1 and the Phantom seats 1. Check the full spec sheet for cargo volume.
Price & running costs
The Dualtron X lists at $5,000 and the Phantom at $2,500. At 15,000 km per year, estimated running costs are about $50/yr versus $36/yr.
Verdict
The Dualtron X is our pick, taking 3 of 8 categories in this head-to-head. It leads on the longer range (161 km vs 100 km), the larger battery (3.5 kWh vs 1.6 kWh) and the higher rating (4.6/5 vs 4.5/5). That said, the Phantom is still the better buy if you are on a tighter budget (it is $2,500 cheaper), or you plan to keep it long-term (roughly $14/yr cheaper to run).