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Customers have already been able to place pre-orders for the BMW i8 in all major markets since autumn 2013; BMW says that demand for the BMW i8 is already exceeding the planned production volume during ramp-up. With the BMW eDrive in plug-in hybrid configuration, the i8 combines a 0–100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time of 4.4

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The car also features a Lithium-ion battery for the first time and a Plus Sport (S+) boost system to help the driver make the best use of this sporty performance. The revised CR-Z will go on sale in January 2013. The 0-62 mph sprint time falls from 9.7 sec and top speed is 124 mph (200 km/h). Updated CR-Z hybrid.

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MAY 6, 2011

Dr. Martin Winterkorn, announced that the Volkswagen Group will be going into production with a range of models with plug-in hybrid technology starting in 2013/14. Winterkorn spoke in support of more targeted research funding, especially in the field of electro-chemistry for battery technology. —Martin Winterkorn.

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Lincoln’s premium hybrid is expected to deliver at least 41 mpg US (5.7 Ford notes that the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid’s projected fuel economy tops its nearest competitor—the 2010 Lexus HS 250h—by 6 mpg, while providing room for one more passenger and more standard luxury and segment-exclusive safety features. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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mpg US) averaged over all drives. l/100 km (84 mpg US). mpg US) for the PHEV, with accompanying CO 2 emissions (combined) of 71 g/km. kWh lithium-ion battery on the electrical grid, Porsche noted. mph), while the average speed in NEDC testing is just 33 km/h (20.5 kWh Li-ion battery pack. l/100 km (53.4

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Porsche MPG Hybrid PHEV 273

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MARCH 14, 2013

BMW will introduce the Concept Active Tourer plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) for the first time in North America at the 2013 New York International Auto Show on 27 March. liter 3-cylinder gasoline engine coupled with an electric motor which allows for nearly 95 mpg (2.48 seconds while getting fuel economy that could exceed 40 mpg (5.9

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JUNE 29, 2012

For the 2013 XF and XJ lineup, Jaguar is adding two new downsized forced induction gasoline powerplants: 3.0-liter It does so by utilizing a Twin Solenoid Starter (TSS) mechanism that features its own secondary battery to ensure that in-car systems requiring power are not affected. l/100km (25 mpg US) and 216 g/km of CO 2.

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Gasoline Engine 2013 MPH 225

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The hybrid system, including lithium ion battery pack, inverter and electric motor weighs less than 120 kg (282 lbs). mpg US ) on the combined cycle, with CO 2 emissions of 169 g/km. The motor also acts as a generator, harvesting kinetic energy through regenerative braking, charging the battery when the vehicle is slowing.

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Land Rover Hybrid Range Diesel 210

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BMW unveiled the BMW i8 2+2 plug-in hybrid sports car ( earlier post ) today at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. liters per 100 km / 94 mpg (US) along with an AWD driving experience with torque distribution geared towards optimized dynamics. lithium-ion battery powering the motor is centrally mounted underneath the floor of the vehicle.

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BMW Plug-in 2014 MPG 306

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JANUARY 9, 2012

2013 Ford Fusion. Ford unveiled the new 2013 Ford Fusion midsize sedan, with conventional gasoline engine; hybrid featuring a next-generation of Ford’s hybrid system; and plug-in hybrid versions at the Detroit Auto Show—the first production sedan to offer that trio of options. Click to enlarge.

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Fusion Plug-in Hybrid Ford 236

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The figure is based on worldwide cumulative sales through the end of May 2013 plus June sales in the US.) mpg US to 89.4 mpg US, as measured using the 10-15 test cycle of the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism). TMC launched the Prius in 1997. Hybrids Sales'

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million in 2013 to 55.4 Impala with stop/start yields an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 22 mpg city (10.7 l/100 km), 31 mpg (7.6 l/100 km) for the highway and 25 mpg (9.4 The system also considers cabin temperature, humidity, battery charge and other factors when deciding if the engine should come to a stop.

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Fuel Economy 2015 Chevrolet Economy 210

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kWh Li-ion battery pack. The Prius Plug-in Hybrid will allow all-electric operation and performance for about 11 miles (24 km) (EPA rating) at speeds up to 62 mph (100 km/h), along with quick home charging using a standard AC outlet and 15-amp dedicated circuit.

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Prius Plug-in 2014 Rhode Island 210

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Volkswagen brought the new CrossBlue Coupé plug-in hybrid sporty mid-size SUV show car, introduced in April at Auto Shanghai 2013 ( earlier post ), to a media event in Berlin for its European premiere. With acceleration from 0 to 62 mph in 5.9 l/100 km (34 mpg US) of fuel. Click to enlarge. In boosting—i.e.,

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AUGUST 22, 2013

BMW will present the Concept X5 eDrive all-wheel drive plug-in hybrid at the 2013 Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA). The 70 kW/95 hp motor sources its energy from a high-voltage lithium-ion battery that can be charged from any domestic power socket. liters per 100 kilometers (61.9 Earlier post.)

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BMW Plug-in Concept Plug 225

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APRIL 23, 2014

The complete system, including a lithium ion battery pack, inverter and electric motor, weighs less than 120 kg. The motor also acts as a generator, harvesting kinetic energy through regenerative braking, charging the battery when the vehicle is slowing. l/100 km (36.8 Range Rover Hybrid Long Wheelbase. Click to enlarge.

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Land Rover Diesel Hybrid China 230

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JUNE 11, 2014

Hyundai’s position on fuel cell vehicles is that they alleviate the limitations of traditional battery-electric vehicles with respect to range and refueling (recharging) time. Within the group, Kia, which is set up in North America as a competitor to Hyundai, is focusing on battery-electric vehicles. Source: UC Irvine APEP.

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Tucson Hyundai Fuel Hydrogen 351

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l/100 km (94 mpg US) in the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) for plug-in hybrid models, with up to 50 km (31 miles) all-electric range. The new Porsche plug-in hybrid always starts in purely electric mode and drives without generating any local emissions within a range of around 50 kilometers and a maximum speed of 140 km/h (87 mph).

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Porsche Hybrid Plug-in Plug 150

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MARCH 4, 2011

This development model features a plug-in hybrid diesel-electric powertrain that Land Rover expects to make available in future production models, following the scheduled launch of its diesel-electric hybrid in 2013. Range_e is based on the Range Rover Sport and uses the current 245 PS (242 hp, 180 kW) 3.0-liter

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Ford began production of the 2013 C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid vehicle ( earlier post ) at Michigan Assembly in October, and the vehicles are heading for showrooms. Ford’s first plug-in hybrid vehicle on the market offers EPA-rated 108 mpg equivalent city, 92 mpge highway and 100 mpge combined;the all-electric range is up to 21 miles.

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Plug-in Plug Ford Hybrid 312

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The new Mark 7 Golf, which is MQB-based, offers gasoline; diesel; natural gas; plug-in hybrid (the GTE); and battery-electric (the e-Golf) versions, all of which can be manufactured bumper-to-bumper on the same assembly line. From a 2013 Volkswagen Group presentation. kWh Li-ion battery pack (about ~7.0 Earlier post.).

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The 48-volt on-board power supply serves not only high power consumers, such as the water pump and air-conditioning compressor, but also the Integrated Starter Alternator, which also supplies energy to the battery by means of highly efficient energy recovery. With significantly increased battery capacity of 13.3 liter V-8 Biturbo.

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Mercedes PHEV Hybrid MPG 170

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DECEMBER 15, 2011

kW Li-ion battery pack (15 kW peak power) using cylindrical power-optimized cells from Hitachi. The power electronics and the pack are packaged in the “eAssist power pack” which includes the batteries (2 parallel 16-cell modules) and the power electronics, both of which are air-cooled. Very aggressive use of deceleration fuel cutoff.

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Fuel MPG Fuel Economy GM 210

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At the presentation of the concept in Germany earlier this year, VW had said the EV would launch on the market in 2013. kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Top speed is now 135 km/h (84 mpg), versus 140 km/h (87 mph) announced earlier this year. On average, 45.8% drive less than 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) and 16.2%

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At the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show, Volkswagen will introduce the “CrossBlue Coupé” concept plug-in hybrid SUV. seconds, and its maximum speed is 236 km/h (147 mph). l/100 km (78 mpg US) in the new European driving cycle (NEDC). l/100 km (34 mpg US) of fuel. The battery has an energy capacity of 9.9 CrossBlue Coupé.

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Plug-in Concept Plug Hybrid 231

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APRIL 4, 2014

The X3 xDrive28d will accelerate from 0 – 60 mph in just under eight seconds. The BMW Concept X5 eDrive is able to drive on electric power alone at speeds of up to 75 mph (120 km/h) and for a distance of up to approximately 20 miles (32 km), while recording average fuel efficiency figures of approximately 62 mpg US (3.8

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This makes it possible to use some of the energy stored in the lithium-ion battery to stabilize the on-board power supply as well. liters of diesel per 100 km (67 mpg US). The modular system from Continental also includes a DC/DC converter, which enables the 48-volt system to be connected to the vehicle’s on-board power supply.

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Diesel Hybrid Volt Production 150

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The BMW Group has decided that the key components of this technology, such as the electric motor, high-voltage battery and power electronics, will be developed in-house. With its combined maximum output of 266 kW/362 hp, combined peak torque of 570 nm (420 lb-ft), 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration in 4.4 Earlier post.)

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The plug-in hybrid and third-generation full hybrid leverage Ford’s global C-car platform, powersplit architecture, next-generation driver information features and advanced lithium-ion battery systems. C-MAX Hybrid is targeted to deliver better fuel economy than the 41 mpg Ford Fusion Hybrid, the most fuel-efficient sedan in America today.

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Plug-in Hybrid Ford Plug 231

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Sonata Plug-in Hybrid buyers will be eligible for a $2,500 fixed federal tax credit and a variable federal tax credit based on battery capacity that will also be over $2,000. Combined fuel economy (mpg). In charge sustaining mode, the Sonata PHEV is expected to return 40 mpg (5.88 Battery charge mode. Engine power (kW).

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2013 Lexus GS 450h. Lexus’s 2013 GS 450h—the new generation hybrid version of the GS 350, introduced at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show ( earlier post )— offers EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 29 mpg US city, 34 mpg US highway and 31 mpg US combined (7.7, Acceleration from 0-60 mph in 5.6

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GS 450h 2013 MPG EPA 265

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Audi first revealed the A3 Sportback e-tron at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show earlier this year. By 2014, a total of 14 models from the Volkswagen Group brands will be available as hybrid electric, plug-in hybrid electric, or battery electric vehicles, according to Krebs. Earlier post.).

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Dr. Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG, had announced Volkswagen was working on the 10-speed at the same event in 2013. Fuel consumption of the sedan, which has a top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph), is 5.3 l/100 km (44 mpg US). Mild hybrid: stop-start 2.0 and coasting with engine off.

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In addition, a scenario is being tested in which some of the daily peak electrical demand might be buffered by the cars’ lithium-ion batteries in the future. One of the goals of Volkswagen AG is to launch numerous plug-in hybrid cars on the market in the years 2013/2014. L/100 km (112 mpg US) is attained (equivalent to 49 g/km CO2).

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Plug-in Fleet Plug Hybrid 210

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mpg US), equivalent to 85 gCO 2 /km. The 81 kW / 108 hp Golf BlueMotion is a five-seater that is capable of 202 km/h (125 mph). This third generation Golf BlueMotion will be launched into the market in summer 2013. This Golf concept, powered by another new 1.6-liter liter TDI (turbodiesel) consumes 3.2 l/100 km (73.5

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MPG Concept 2013 Fuel 359

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2013 Nissan LEAF. Following on the November 2012 introduction of the updated LEAF in Japan ( earlier post ), Nissan has introduced the updated 2013 LEAF to the US, as well as begun its assembly in the US at the Smyrna, Tenn. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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2013 Nissan Lithium Ion Li-ion 225

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2013 Honda CR-Z. The 2013 Honda CR-Z goes on sale 21 November with a number of powertrain, styling and feature upgrades, including a new Li-ion battery pack that replaces the NiMH pack in the MY 2012 CR-Z hybrid and delivers more power and improved fuel economy. l/100 km), a gain of 1 mpg highway. Click to enlarge.

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