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It uses two electric motors and a 1.5-litre litre petrol engine to make 321kW, about double the power of most diesel-powered utes. The petrol engine can also add power above about 70km/h but is predominantly used as a generator to extend the driving range to about 800km (there’s a 60-litre fuel tank).
Toyota has confirmed its popular large four-wheel drive will pick up a petrol electric system for the first time in its 75-year history. litre twin turbo V6 petrol engine teamed to an electric motor. Toyota’s large 4WD will finally get a petrol-electric system, but there’s a catch appeared first on EV Central.
The sheer size of the Shanghai motor show has to be seen to be appreciated. Sixteen halls, each substantially bigger than the entire Melbourne motor show, with around 100 auto brands on display hosting about the same number of global debuts almost all of them electrified in some way. Multiple body styles will also be offered.
The new GWM Haval G6GT has the option of a plug-in hybrid system that takes EV-only motoring to another level. The mid-sized five-seat SUV can cover up to 180km on electricity before reverting to its petrol engine. The best part is the plug-in hybrid system, which relies more on electrons than petrol. 2025 Haval H6GT.
litre four-cylinder boxer engine with a sizeable 88kW electric motor and a 1.1kWh battery pack. The combined outputs are still top secret, sadly, although Subaru suggested the motor will be making considerably more torque than before, but we can tell you that the drivetrain is sourced from some very, very popular Toyota hybrid products.
While details are scarce at the moment, the advancement is based around software tuning that is not only Australia-specific but originally requested by MG Motors Australia management. READ MORE: MG-owned IM Motors locked-in for Australia in 2025 with IM5 electric saloon and IM6 SUV READ MORE: Its not the new MG4!
It is a blend of petrol and ethanol which provides lower fuel costs as the petrol is blended with ethanol or methanol. Additionally, the engine has been modified to operate on a range of fuels from E0 to E100, including both petrol and ethanol. Here are three flex-fuel powered cars that were there at the Auto Expo 2025.
It will be equipped with VW’s pioneering new in-wheel motors to ensure it out-drives current petrol-fed sports cars both on road and track. Hotly tipped to be called the Volkswagen ID 2 R, according to Autocar , the Volkswagen powertrain concept will employ the traditional e-motor from the ID.2 Affordable Volkswagen ID.
Introduced as the new entry-point in Alfa’s line-up, pricing will be announced closer to its arrival Down Under but it’s been tipped cars with the Ibrida power (petrol-electric hybrid) will be positioned significantly below the Tonale small SUV that is priced from $50,900 (before on-road costs). 2025 Alfa Romeo Junior.
The petrol engine’s been de-tuned, its 11.8kWh battery’s too small, 43km electric range isn’t enough and, starting from $71,990, it’s too expensive. EcoBoost petrol runs, which is all you need when touring. The 75kW e-motor lays dormant, saving the 43km (WLPT) EV-only range, and we returned a fair 9.1L/100km 100km this way.
That means the first-ever all-electric Peugeot GTI will almost certainly come with a single front-mounted e-motor that will produce 177kW and 345Nm of torque. If so expect it to share lots with hot EVs like the Abarth 600e that rides on the same e-CMP platform. Combined with a 54kWh battery, expect a range of around 340km. 2024 Abarth 600e.
The Foxtron Model B was originally created as part of a joint venture between Foxconn and fellow Taiwan-based Yulon Motor company that currently builds Nissans under license. All-wheel drive dual-motor versions will also be offered, plus a variant with a larger powerpack for a longer range well above 500km. No, this is not April 1!
The JAC T9 Hunter was unveiled at the Melbourne Motor Show last week, and will land in Australia early next year. litre turbocharged petrol engine and two electric motors. When it does, it will give the Chinese brand a genuine halo product, and one that produces a sizeable 385kW and 1000Nm thanks to its all-new 2.0-litre
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Already confirmed for the right-hand drive UK market, the C-HR+ is a look-alike for the petrol C-HR sold in Australia already, but is actually a ground-up all-new EV Offered with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive powertrains, the headline news is Toyota’s latest SUV will be capable of covering up to 600km on a single charge.
And, of course, the Atto 3 now represents solid value against hybrid and petrol SUVs from Toyota, Mazda, Nissan and others. The torquey electric motor theres 150kW and 310Nm can still chirp the front wheels if youre powering hard out of a tight corner. 2024 BYD Atto 3 Premium now comes with more equipment and sharper pricing.
Renault Filante Record is the new Batmobile-shaped prototype hiding the French brands next-gen EV tech READ MORE: Why the Renault 4 and 5 EVs are going to save the world, not Orange Donald or Annoying Elon | Opinion That includes pioneering in-hub electric motors and the French car-maker’s next-generation powerful 800V electric architecture.
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The Chinese newcomer Zeekr has used the Shanghai motor show to reveal its uber-luxury 9X, signalling the brands intent to head seriously upmarket. litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine with two electric motors. The front electric motor makes 290kW and the rear 370kW.
The EX90 might look a bit like some of Volvos petrol-powered product, but beneath the skin its an EV-from-birth, capitalising on a dedicated electric vehicle platform to maximise cabin space, serving up plenty of space for people, and a whole heap of cargo room. Kicking off the range is the Plus Twin Motor, which lists at $124,990.
Better finished, more pleasant to drive, and equipped with safety and technology features it previously lacked, the ZS is now worthy of consideration not only for those on a budget, but for anyone considering a petrol-electric hybrid from within the Small SUV segment. A big call? At the other end of the vehicle is a 1.5-litre
The government is set to reduce the cost of certain new electric cars by up to £3,750 through new grants aimed at encouraging a shift from petrol and diesel vehicles.
Future plans may include a petrol variant, 4X4 revival and an EV version. Read more Ever since its launch in 1998, the Tata Safari has remained the flagship for Tata Motors The Tata Safari will continue to hold its flagship status in the future. Srivatsa emphasised that the Safari brand symbolises upward mobility.
Unlike many MGs, the MG4s a fun and competent little thing to steer, helped by being rear-wheel drive and having fair shove from a 125kW/250Nm motor. There are range extender versions with a little two-cylinder petrol engine, but city dwellers should target the full EV. seconds, and an 85kWh battery gives 446km range.
litre TSI petrol engine, a 2.0-litre litre TSI petrolmotor and a 2.0-litre TSI petrol engine. liter turbocharged petrol engine that produces 201 bhp and 320 Nm of torque. Powering the new-generation Skoda Kodiaq SUV are a wide range of powertrain options including a 1.5-litre litre TDI diesel unit.
The new generation has gone for a much more sophisticated pitch (read more expensive) and made itself a whole lot more relevant to a whole bunch of new car buyers in Australia by adding a petrol-electric hybrid powertrain to its line-up. litre petrolmotor for repowering the 1.83kWh battery pack. It changes a lot.
litre turbo-petrol engine with the manual in the Accomplished S trim. Also Read : Citroen Basalt, C3 and Aircross get Dark Edition, MS Dhoni takes delivery of 1st unit Tata Motors is offering the Curvv EV Dark Edition in the Empowered +A variant, priced at 22.24 The range starts from 16.49 lakh (ex-showroom) for the 1.2-litre
Batteries and electric motors are making electrified vehicles too fast for novice drivers, at least in some parts of the country. The plug-in hybrid dual-cab ute uses two electric motors and a 1.5-litre litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine to produce up to 321kW of power, about double the output of most diesel utes.
litre, four-cylinder, turbocharged petrol engine shared with the Volkswagen Golf GTI. The motor develops 262 bhp and 370 Nm of peak torque, paired with a 7-speed DSG transmission. Supporting the powerful motor is the Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) that lowers the ride height by 15 mm for sportier handling. second slower.
litre twin-turbocharged V6 petrol engine (290kW/694Nm) paired with a motor/generator (36kW/250Nm) and 10-speed automatic transmission. The Tundra boasts a 122-litre fuel tank and requires 95RON (or higher) premium unleaded petrol. As noted, the Tundra is powered by a 3.4-litre On test we saw as high as 14.6l/100km
For the first time, the popular H6 will include plug-in technology, as well as orthodox ICE and petrol-electric hybrid. The all-wheel drive version of the plug-in hybrid adds a front-mounted 80kW/170Nm e-motor with a larger 150kW/350Nm rear motor for a combined output of 268kW and 760Nm. 2026 GWM Haval H6. 2026 GWM Haval H6.
Drawing plenty of inspiration from the Vision One-Eleven hypercar EV concept, including borrowing its copper-orange beam paint, Mercedes-AMG’s first ever electric car is reported to come equipped with three electric motors that produce more than 1000kW for a top speed in excess of 360km/h. 2026 Mercedes-AMG GT XX Concept. seconds.
From CAR : In March 2025, for example, Porsche rowed back on its EV commitments by announcing it was evaluating a new, petrol-powered SUV to compensate for the Macan EVs disappointingly slow sales. Fiorio made it seem like updating the older 690T motor (pictured below) for use in newer vehicles was absolutely possible, however.
litre petrol engine, but only the electric motor turns the SUV’s rear wheels. Bonuses include reduced electric charging time due to the smaller battery, while topping up with petrol takes even less time. The combustion four-cylinder’s only there to recharge the battery when required. 18 mins BEV: 30-80% AC charging in approx.
litre petrol engine with a factory-fitted CNG kit and a 5-speed manual transmission. litre petrol engine with a factory-fitted CNG kit and a 5-speed manual transmission. The Punch, however, receives a three-cylinder motor but delivers marginally better numbers 72.4 Both the Exter and Punch are fitted with a 1.2-litre
Romano is confident he can get the ute program across the line because of his strong relationship with Hyundai motor company global boss Jose Munoz and his own long history with the business. litre petrol four-cylinder engine being released with the next-gen Palisade SUV. It is expected to also feature in the Tasman in the future.
Forget diesel engines and big fuel tanks, the new breed of frugal off-roaders rely on electricity and petrol – and theyre looking to shake up a market segment steeped in tradition. The G318 has two electric motors for four-wheel drive. It makes for refined and easy motoring. Deepal G318. But theres also a 1.5-litre
litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol that is combined with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, Alfa says the 100kW/230Nm combustion engine is boosted by a 21kW e-motor, although combined peak power is 107kW. The cheapest Junior Ibrida comes equipped with a 1.2-litre 2025 Alfa Romeo Junior. 100km and accelerate from 0-100km/h in 8.9
The company noted that the Magnite will expand to other markets around the region all as part of Nissans strategic global vision of One Car, One World” In January 2025, Nissan Motor India commenced exports of the Left-Hand Drive (LHD) variant of the Nissan Magnite. naturally aspirated engine became E20 compliant. The turbocharged 1.0L
litre naturally aspirated BR10 petrol engine became E20 compliant, while the 1.0-litre litre turbocharged petrolmotor already became E20 compliant a while back. litre naturally aspirated petrolmotor churns out 71 bhp peak power and 96 Nm of maximum torque. The SUV’s 1.0-litre The Nissan Magnite’s 1.0-litre
Day one: A poor start Not often we veteran motoring journalists experience something totally new from a car. The single rear motor with 160kW/320Nm has ample shove, and although it has a stiff ride, it’s perfectly smooth and quiet for getting around. I’ve never had this problem at a servo pumping petrol.
litre four-cylinder turbo engine with an electric motor. Of course, theres also an electric motor making 75kW that boosts the combined outputs in the Ranger PHEV. litre V6 petrol in the Raptor has more power, at 292kW) and more torque than any Ranger. Its all about electricity The Ranger PHEV pairs a 2.3-litre
Lynk & Co announced in 2021 its intention to launch in Australia by 2025, but at the Shanghai motor show last week where the luxury 900 SUV was revealed, Geely’s youth-focussed divison confirmed its reverse course on a local arrival. The combined outputs of petrol and electric is 530kW for claimed 0-100km/h acceleration of 4.8
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