TomberlinTomberlin Engage GhosthawkvsICON EVi40
Complete head-to-head comparison. Which model is right for you?
Overall Winner: ICON EV i40
ICON i40 wins for buyers who want the best value with premium technology, a 10-year battery warranty, and proven market presence at $7,000 less. Tomberlin Ghosthawk wins for buyers who want the most premium LSV experience with exclusive features like heated/ventilated cabin, wireless phone charging, CoolTouch seats, and Tomberlin 360 telematics. The Ghosthawk is a true luxury statement piece, while the i40 delivers exceptional tech and value with a much lower price tag.
Quick Comparison
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Category-by-Category Breakdown
Detailed comparison across all important factors
| Category | Tomberlin Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk | ICON EV i40 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury & Premium Features | 10/10 CoolTouch premium seats, heated/ventilated cabin, automotive headliner with map lights, RGB dome light, integrated speakers, wireless phone charging, and Tomberlin 360 telematics with geo-fencing. | 7/10 10.1-inch touchscreen, carbon fiber dash, backup camera, Bluetooth audio. Well-equipped but focused on tech rather than luxury appointments. | Tomberlin Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk |
| Battery & Warranty | 7/10 EVOLVE L210 Ah lithium battery with up to 80 miles range. Smart power management system. Warranty varies by component. | 10/10 51V/105Ah ECO Lithium with 40+ mile range. Industry-leading 10-year battery warranty plus 3-year vehicle warranty. | ICON EV i40 |
| Technology & Infotainment | 9/10 7-inch LCD display, integrated rearview camera, Tomberlin 360 connected car system with smartphone app, geo-fencing, battery alerts, and premium 180W audio in headliner. | 9/10 10.1-inch multimedia touchscreen (larger), backup camera, Bluetooth audio, carbon fiber dash, full LED accent lighting throughout. | Tie |
| Braking System | 9/10 4-wheel hydraulic disc brakes. Premium stopping power with electric power steering for precise control. | 9/10 Four-wheel disc brakes with electromagnetic parking brake system. Industry-leading braking for the segment. | Tie |
| Off-Road & Styling | 10/10 6-inch lift with hybrid on/off-road tires, aggressive matte paint options, custom non-slip diamond floor mats. Commanding presence and rugged capability. | 6/10 Standard ride height designed primarily for street and neighborhood use. Not lifted and not designed for off-road driving. | Tomberlin Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk |
| Price & Value | 5/10 Starts at $19,999. Premium pricing reflects luxury features, but the highest-priced option in the comparison at $7,000 more. | 10/10 Starts at $12,999 with lithium, touchscreen, 4-wheel disc brakes, and 10-year battery warranty. Exceptional feature-to-price ratio. | ICON EV i40 |
| Range & Performance | 9/10 EVOLVE L210 Ah battery delivers up to 80 miles per charge. 450A 5kW/17hp AC powertrain with electric power steering. | 7/10 ECO Lithium provides 40+ miles range. 5kW motor with 450A controller. Solid performance for the price. | Tomberlin Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk |
Luxury & Premium Features
Tomberlin Tomberlin Engage GhosthawkCoolTouch premium seats, heated/ventilated cabin, automotive headliner with map lights, RGB dome light, integrated speakers, wireless phone charging, and Tomberlin 360 telematics with geo-fencing.
10.1-inch touchscreen, carbon fiber dash, backup camera, Bluetooth audio. Well-equipped but focused on tech rather than luxury appointments.
Battery & Warranty
ICON EV i40EVOLVE L210 Ah lithium battery with up to 80 miles range. Smart power management system. Warranty varies by component.
51V/105Ah ECO Lithium with 40+ mile range. Industry-leading 10-year battery warranty plus 3-year vehicle warranty.
Technology & Infotainment
Tie7-inch LCD display, integrated rearview camera, Tomberlin 360 connected car system with smartphone app, geo-fencing, battery alerts, and premium 180W audio in headliner.
10.1-inch multimedia touchscreen (larger), backup camera, Bluetooth audio, carbon fiber dash, full LED accent lighting throughout.
Braking System
Tie4-wheel hydraulic disc brakes. Premium stopping power with electric power steering for precise control.
Four-wheel disc brakes with electromagnetic parking brake system. Industry-leading braking for the segment.
Off-Road & Styling
Tomberlin Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk6-inch lift with hybrid on/off-road tires, aggressive matte paint options, custom non-slip diamond floor mats. Commanding presence and rugged capability.
Standard ride height designed primarily for street and neighborhood use. Not lifted and not designed for off-road driving.
Price & Value
ICON EV i40Starts at $19,999. Premium pricing reflects luxury features, but the highest-priced option in the comparison at $7,000 more.
Starts at $12,999 with lithium, touchscreen, 4-wheel disc brakes, and 10-year battery warranty. Exceptional feature-to-price ratio.
Range & Performance
Tomberlin Tomberlin Engage GhosthawkEVOLVE L210 Ah battery delivers up to 80 miles per charge. 450A 5kW/17hp AC powertrain with electric power steering.
ECO Lithium provides 40+ miles range. 5kW motor with 450A controller. Solid performance for the price.
Which Should You Buy?
Recommendations based on your priorities
Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk
Choose if you...
- 1Luxury features like heated/ventilated cabin and CoolTouch seats are important
- 2You want 80 miles of range for longer trips
- 3The 6-inch lift and aggressive styling appeal to you
- 4Connected car telematics with geo-fencing and battery alerts matter
- 5You want the most premium LSV experience available
i40
Choose if you...
- 1Getting the most technology for your money is the priority
- 2The 10-year battery warranty is a deciding factor
- 3You want to save $7,000 and still get a premium cart
- 4A larger touchscreen and modern tech features matter most
- 5You primarily drive in neighborhoods and on streets
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