Spanish startup Liux is positioning its upcoming electric microcar, the Liux Big, as a sustainable alternative in a market increasingly dominated by small Chinese EVs. Despite the car’s diminutive size—small enough to park at a right angle to the curb—the name “Big” reflects the company’s ambitious goals. Liux emphasizes sustainability throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle, from its linen-based biocomposite body designed for recyclability to home charging capabilities, including the use of solar-generated power.
Liux’s co-founders, Antonio Espinosa de los Monteros and David Sancho, bring complementary expertise to the venture. Espinosa, previously a co-founder of a natural mineral water brand focused on circularity, and Sancho, an engineer with experience in high-performance electric vehicles, aim to create a car that balances affordability, sustainability, and safety. The Liux Big, secured for Europe-wide homologation, is expected to launch in the first half of 2026 with a price below €18,000 before potential EV subsidies. The company has already garnered significant interest, with over 7,500 people joining the waiting list, primarily comprising older urban residents who may use the vehicle as a secondary car. Liux plans to ramp up production across three Spanish facilities, targeting a capacity of 20,000 cars annually by 2030, while exploring partnerships for fleet management and autonomous driving technologies. Source