How to read a golf cart spec sheet

What the numbers mean and which ones to ask a seller to confirm.

Spec sheets are easy to skim and easy to misread. A short glossary helps.

• Seating: the number of seats the manufacturer fits as standard, not the maximum that can squeeze in.
• Motor: usually given in kilowatts or horsepower for electric carts, or engine size for petrol carts.
• Battery: voltage plus capacity. Higher voltage and capacity generally support more power and range, but real range depends on load, terrain and battery condition.
• Load capacity: the total weight the cart is rated to carry, including passengers.
• Dimensions and weight: matter for gates, trailers and storage.

If a figure is missing from a listing, we leave it blank rather than guess. Ask in your quote request and we will confirm it.