The Proterra ZX5 Electric Transit Bus

Go the Distance

Electric buses have become more efficient than ever with the Proterra ZX5, the next evolution in zero-emission transit.

The Proterra ZX5 is refined based on a decade of delivering the Catalyst — the most popular electric bus in North America. Since 2004, the EV industry has evolved toward full fleet electrification, and Proterra buses have evolved with it. Proterra’s fifth-generation vehicle, the ZX5 electric bus employs the same technology that broke the world record for longest EV range, with a purpose-built platform proven by 40+ million service miles. Made in the USA, the ZX5 features faster acceleration, industry-leading gradability, and the most battery storage on the road today for any 40-foot electric bus, offering a range of more than 300 miles per charge.

Now you can make the shift to an electric fleet without compromising on vehicle performance.

What’s New with the ZX5

Refined Body

• Streamlined roof to accommodate additional battery packs
• Reduced height to cover even more routes
• Upgraded lights and windshield for increased visibility

Smoother Ride

• New shocks for enhanced maneuvering
• Advanced ride height system for faster kneeling
• More ergonomic driver area for greater comfort

Scalable Build

• Enhanced manufacturability for scaled production
• Greater commonality across 35-foot and 40-foot platforms
• Additional front charge port for flexible charging setup

Get in Contact

If you’re interested in building a better-performing electric transit fleet, then you’ve come to the right place. Tell Proterra Transit a little about your project to find out which vehicle is best for your routes.