Evolution (often styled “EVolution”) has grown fast by packaging lithium power, automotive-style interiors, and tech-forward features. They are golf carts that feel more like mini EVs. Features include touchscreens with backup camera, Bluetooth audio, LED lighting, USB charging and sometimes PPG automotive paint and two-tone seating. Let’s take a look at the options.
The D5 family is Evolution’s showcase for “automobile-class” design—forward-facing seating, adjustable steering columns, and premium trim—backed by that lithium/AC drivetrain. The D5 Ranger 4 and 6 emphasize a refined, street-smart look with running boards and a rear storage trunk, while D5 Maverick variants lean more outdoorsy with brush guards and off-road cues. Inside, a multi-function touchscreen centralizes speed, gear selection, lighting, audio/Bluetooth, and the backup camera feed; an overhead soundbar, digital gauges, and LED lighting round it out. If you want the most “car-like” Evolution, start here. (D5 Series)
A recent spin on the Ranger theme, the D5 Ranger 4 PLUS adds smartphone integration (Apple CarPlay/Android Auto) to the 9-inch touchscreen and tucks speakers under the seats for a cleaner cabin. It keeps the same forward-facing four-seat layout, lithium power, and AC motor, while layering convenience touches (weather enclosure, golf bag holder) to pivot between neighborhood cruising and course duty. (D5 Ranger 4 PLUS)
Forester models are the lifted, adventure-ready Evolutions—higher stance, rugged bodywork, and off-road “silent” tires—yet they’re also set up for street use where permitted. The Forester 4 Plus, for example, is positioned for both “urban and wild spaces,” pairing its elevated chassis with the same lithium/AC powertrain and tech suite found across the lineup. Think neighborhood beach runs, camp trails, and outdoor chores without giving up LED lighting, touchscreen, and audio. (Forester 4 Plus)
If you want a more traditional golf silhouette with Evolution’s electronics, the Classic 4 Plus and siblings (2- and 4-seat, Pro/Plus trims) keep the lines simple but still layer in touches like a 9-inch touchscreen/stereo (on select trims), seat belts, LED headlights, and PPG finishes. It’s a clean, budget-friendly way to get lithium power and day-to-day comfort without the bolder styling of the D5 or Forester lines. (Classic 4 Plus)
Carrier models extend the “all-forward seating” concept to six and even eight passengers. The Carrier 6 Plus is pitched for family outings or hospitality shuttles, and the Carrier 8 Plus takes that up to eight seats, prioritizing easy ingress/egress and a smooth, quiet ride. For HOA communities, hotels, and campuses, these are the Evolutions that make crowd logistics simple while keeping the same lithium tech and cabin amenities. (Carrier 8 Plus)
Standout features across the brand:
Lithium standard. Evolution leans hard into lithium packs for lighter weight, faster charging, and a flatter power curve than comparable lead-acid carts.
Integrated tech. Large touchscreens with camera, Bluetooth, and vehicle controls come standard or are widely available—plus Apple CarPlay/Android Auto on Ranger 4 PLUS.
Automotive look/feel. From PPG paint and two-tone seats to adjustable steering and soundbars, the cabins read “mini-EV” more than “golf only.”
Seating flexibility. Two to eight passengers are covered across Classic, D5, Forester, and Carrier lines; utility needs land squarely in Turfman.