Proterra ZX5

ZX5 Transit Bus
Overview
ManufacturerPhoenix Motorcars (Proterra until 2023)
Production2020–present
Body and chassis
ClassTransit bus
LayoutRear-motor, rear-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Electric motor
TransmissionEaton EEV-7202
Eaton 4-speed (ProDrive 2.0)
Battery738 kWh
Plug-in charging370 kW
Dimensions
Wheelbase
  • 40': 296 in (7.5 m)
  • 35': 243 in (6.2 m)
Length
  • 40': 42 ft 6 in (12.95 m)
  • 35': 36 ft 11 in (11.25 m)
Width102 in (2.59 m)
Height128 in (3.25 m)
Curb weight
  • 40': 26,649 to 33,350 lb (12,088 to 15,127 kg)
  • 35': 26,358 to 29,858 lb (11,956 to 13,543 kg)
Chronology
PredecessorProterra Catalyst

The ZX5 is a battery-electric, low-floor transit bus that was developed and originally manufactured by Proterra from 2020, and is since 2024 manufactured by Phoenix Motorcars.