It's not really an electric car if you still have the engine...
You might want to look at the
EBox by AC Propulsion to get an idea of conversion details. You can buy a freshly converted Scion Xb for the low, low sum of $55,000.
Tom Hanks has invested in AC Propulsion. If I had a lot of money, I would too. Alan Cocconi is brilliant.
Other comments:
* A series hybrid is going to be much tougher to pull off than a pure electric car.
* I'd work out a budget to see what kind of performance is in reach. A conventional car with
freeway speeds and range over 30-50 miles will be looking at ~$15-30,000.
* While a Scion XB may make a great show piece, you'll make life easier by choosing a more suitable car. Why work uphill with a rolling brick?
* With battery costs put into the mix, I doubt an electric car is going to be much cheaper than an ICE in the near future...at least not enough to justify the pain of a conversion.
- LostCause