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Audi showcases A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid at Geneva; 157 mpg US, 50 miles electric range

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The A3 Sportback e-tron, with 50 kW (204 hp) of system power and 350 N·m (258 lb-ft) of system torque, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.6 seconds on its way to a top speed of 222 km/h (138 mph). The vacuum brake servo has an additional supply connection served by an electric vacuum pump. A3 Sportback e-tron.

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BMW ActiveHybrid 3 to carry MSRP of $50,195; intelligent energy management with proactive route analysis

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liter inline 6-cylinder engine and 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission with an electric motor powered by a high-voltage Li-ion battery (cells from A123 systems, earlier post ) housed under the luggage compartment between the wheel arches. The sedan’s governed top speed is 155 mph (250 km/h) when equipped with performance tires.

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Mercedes-Benz unveiling diesel plug-in hybrid preproduction models at Geneva show

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This is made possible in the third hybrid generation also by the new lithium-ion battery, which can store 13.5 The company is also introducing an intelligent, connected variant of the Mercedes?Benz Both allow pre-entry climate control of the interior not only in summer but also in winter. kWh of energy. OM 654 diesel.

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A closer look at Audi’s new R8 e-tron EV and battery

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Available for order this year upon customer request, the new R8 e-tron uses a newly developed high energy density Li-ion technology optimized for a purely electric vehicle drive. Li-ion cell energy density was increased from 84 to 152 Wh/kg; in comparison to the first technology platform, the battery capacity has grown from 48.6

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Mercedes-Benz unveils new EQC electric crossover SUV; series production in 2019

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Featuring two asynchronous electric motors at the front and rear axles with a combined output of 300 kW, an 80 kWh Li-ion battery pack and combined power consumption of 22.2 seconds, and the top speed is 180 km/h (112 mph). kWh/ 100km, the EQC delivers an electric range of more than 450 km according to the NEDC.

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Daimler Unveils F800 Style Research Vehicle; Plug-in Hybrid or Fuel Cell Drive Again Highlights Modular Approach

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The lithium-ion battery with a storage capacity of >10 kWh can be recharged either at a charging station or a household power socket. Li-ion pack capacity (kWh). >10. s, and the vehicle has a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). When in electric mode, the F 800 Style has a top speed of 120 km/h (75 mph).

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BMW ActiveE available for leasing in US in Fall 2011

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As a result, the BMW ActiveE accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in under nine seconds. Top speed is electronically limited at around 90 mph. Further lithium-ion cells are located at the front end in front of the cowl. The lithium-ion battery units featured in the BMW ActiveE can be recharged from multiple external power sources.

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