How much does a rickshaw cost?

A new electric cycle rickshaw (pedicab) from Xion Motors starts at $13,500 for the 3-seat model and $15,000 for the 6-seat model. Used units start around $7,000.

Is a cycle rickshaw the same as a pedicab?

Yes. Cycle rickshaw and bicycle rickshaw are the international terms; pedicab is the American term for the same pedal-powered passenger tricycle. Xion builds electric-assist versions with a 750W motor.

Do I need a license to operate an electric rickshaw?

Xion electric pedicabs qualify as Class 2 e-bikes in most U.S. markets, so a special vehicle license is typically not required, but cities often require a local pedicab operating permit and commercial insurance. Confirm rules with your city before operating.

Where can I buy a rickshaw in the USA?

Xion Motors sells electric rickshaws (pedicabs) factory-direct from San Diego, California, and ships to all 50 states. There are no dealers or importers in between.

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Electric Cycle Rickshaws

The modern rickshaw is the electric pedicab. Xion builds commercial-grade electric cycle rickshaws in San Diego — street-legal, no license required in most markets, and built to earn. 3-seat and 6-seat models, factory-direct.

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Are rickshaws and pedicabs the same thing? In the United States, yes — the passenger tricycle known worldwide as a cycle rickshaw or bicycle rickshaw is called a pedicab here. Xion Motors builds electric-assist versions: a rider pedals while a 750W direct-drive motor does the heavy lifting, carrying 3 or 6 passengers at up to 20 mph. They qualify as Class 2 e-bikes in most U.S. markets, so no special vehicle license is typically required. Prices start at $13,500, direct from the American manufacturer.

Rickshaw, Pedicab, Cycle Rickshaw — What to Search For

Different regions use different names for the same vehicle. Here's how the terms map to what Xion builds:

You searched for…	What it is	Xion equivalent
Cycle rickshaw / bicycle rickshaw	Pedal-powered passenger tricycle	Electric pedicab (pedal + motor assist)
3-wheel rickshaw	Three-wheeled passenger cycle	All Xion pedicabs are 3-wheel
Electric rickshaw / e-rickshaw	Motor-assisted passenger tricycle	Xion 3-seat & 6-seat electric pedicabs
Auto rickshaw / tuk-tuk	Fully motorized 3-wheeler (no pedals)	An electric pedicab is the street-legal, no-license U.S. alternative for passenger transport
5-seater rickshaw	Mid-size passenger tricycle	Choose the 6-seat pedicab — the closest high-capacity configuration

Note on auto rickshaws: a true “auto rickshaw” or tuk-tuk is a fully motorized vehicle that usually requires registration, insurance, and a driver's license to operate commercially in the U.S. An electric pedicab keeps the pedals, qualifies as a Class 2 e-bike in most cities, and lets operators run passenger and advertising services with far less regulatory friction.

Electric Rickshaws for Sale

3-Seat Electric Rickshaw

$13,500

The classic cycle-rickshaw size, electrified. 750W direct-drive transaxle motor, 72V battery, 1,500 lb capacity. The workhorse of most fleets. View details →

6-Seat Electric Rickshaw

$15,000

High-capacity group transport for tours, resorts, and events. Same American-built frame and drivetrain, more seats per trip. View details →

Used Rickshaws

from $7,000

Certified pre-owned pedicabs, reconditioned to operating spec with a 90-day limited warranty. A lower-cost entry point. Browse used →

Why Buy an Electric Rickshaw from Xion

Xion is the American pedicab manufacturer — frames made in the USA, every vehicle assembled and road-tested in San Diego, and parts stocked domestically. Unlike an imported cycle rickshaw, you get 3–6 week delivery instead of months at sea, a 2-year frame warranty direct from the builder, and lifetime U.S.-based support from a company that runs 130+ of these vehicles on real streets every day.

Need parts for an existing rickshaw? Our pedicab & cycle rickshaw parts catalog stocks wheels, frames, motors, differentials, and drivetrain components. Building a fleet? See pedicab fleet for sale volume pricing (10% off 3+ units, 15% off 10+).

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a rickshaw cost?: A new electric cycle rickshaw (pedicab) from Xion starts at $13,500 for the 3-seat model and $15,000 for the 6-seat model. Used units start around $7,000. See the full pedicab cost guide for total cost of ownership.
Is a cycle rickshaw the same as a pedicab?: Yes. “Cycle rickshaw” and “bicycle rickshaw” are the international terms; “pedicab” is the American term for the same pedal-powered passenger tricycle. Xion builds electric-assist versions with a 750W motor.
Do I need a license to operate an electric rickshaw?: Xion electric pedicabs qualify as Class 2 e-bikes in most U.S. markets, so a special vehicle license is typically not required — but cities often require a local pedicab operating permit and commercial insurance. Confirm rules with your city before operating.
Where can I buy a rickshaw in the USA?: Xion Motors sells electric rickshaws (pedicabs) factory-direct from San Diego, California, and ships to all 50 states. There are no dealers or importers in between.

Buy an American-Made Electric Rickshaw

Factory-direct pricing, 3–6 week delivery, domestic parts, and lifetime U.S. support — from the company that runs its own fleet.

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