Shenghao has launched the Milly E03, a small electric family runabout featuring an unpainted thermoplastic body, at an event in Jinan on September 23, 2026. Aimed at school runs and short urban trips, the model follows a range that Shenghao says has sold close to 100,000 units, led by the Milly E01.
Thermoplastic Body Sets E03 Apart
Shenghao cited the Citroën Ami and Fiat Topolino as reference points for the Milly E03, while saying the vehicle was adapted for Chinese conditions, including crowded school gates.
The E03 uses a matte-finished thermoplastic body that eliminates the conventional paint process. Shenghao said testing showed the material can absorb minor impacts and can be recycled.
The vehicle is just over one metre wide, reinforcing its focus on compact urban mobility.
1,500W Motor and Safety Features
The Milly E03 is powered by a 1,500W motor that accelerates the vehicle from 0 to 30 km/h in about eight seconds. Shenghao says it can climb a 20% gradient when fully loaded.
Features include a 360-degree camera view, collision warning and a 9.3-inch touchscreen. The company also offers a braking system called SSS Rapid Stop, which it says reduces stopping distances by 1.07 metres.
Four versions of the Milly E03 are offered. Shenghao has not disclosed pricing, battery capacity or driving range.
Lingxi Smart Control System 2.0
The Milly E03 incorporates Shenghao’s Lingxi Smart Control System 2.0, adding keyless entry, app-based vehicle locating, digital key sharing and geofencing.
The company is positioning the microcar in a consumer-device-style format, combining smartphone-based functions with six exterior colour options.
The E03 is intended primarily for short-distance urban travel, with its compact dimensions and digital features tailored to everyday journeys such as school runs.
