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Benz Cars is introducing plug-in hybrids under the EQ Power label in the A- and B-Class. mpg US), combined CO 2 emissions 34-33 g/km, combined electrical consumption 15.0-14.8 mpg US), combined CO 2 emissions 36-32 g/km, combined electrical consumption 15.4-14.7 l/100 km (156.7-167.9 l/100 km (146.9-167.9 kWh/100 km).
Start-up Bright Automotive, which in May unveiled its IDEA concept series plug-in hybrid light commercial van ( earlier post ), will convert VW Transporter vans with the series hybrid Bright powertrain as a bridge between the concept and the production version of the IDEA. 100 mpg (2.4 15-22 mpg (15.6-10.7 A VW Transporter van.
Volkswagen is staging the world debut of its XL1 diesel plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) prototype at the Qatar Motor Show this week. L/100 km (261 mpg US), according to VW. Engine management only cools the TDI by activating an externally driven electric water pump when engine operating conditions require it.
During an international press event in Germany, in which more than 42 test drives were conducted with journalists in the Panamera S E-Hybrid ( earlier post ) covering a total distance of more than 1,200 kilometers (746 miles), the new plug-in hybrid model consumed 4.4 mpg US) averaged over all drives. l/100 km (84 mpg US).
That powertrain delivers 30 mpg (7.8 liter Pentastar V-6 engine—now achieving up to 25 mpg highway and more than 600-miles driving range—and its 5.7-liter liter V-8, now achieving up to 21 mpg highway. Water-cooled exhaust-gas recirculation (EGR) for Tier II, Bin 5 and ULEV II compliance.
During a media event in Wolfsburg, Germany, Volkswagen provided a medium dive into details of its two-seater XL1 Super Efficient Vehicle diesel plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) as well as some driving time on local roads and highways. The lightweight XL1 (795 kg, 1,753 lbs) delivers NEDC fuel consumption of 261 mpg (0.9 Powertrain.
Peugeot will showcase the plug-in hybrid QUARTZ Concept for the Crossover segment at the 2014 Paris Motor Show. QUARTZ uses a plug-in “HYbrid” drive system comprising a gasoline engine supplemented by two electric motors. The textile is woven with polyester fibre from recycled plastic water bottles. Europe Hybrids Plug-ins'
2012 Prius Plug-in hybrid. Toyota introduced the production Prius Plug-in Hybrid at the Green Drive Expo in Richmond, CA, as the newest member of the expanding Prius Family. With a starting base price of $32,000 (before rebates), the production Prius Plug-in features a 4.4 there is no cargo penalty for plug-in capability.
mpg US) NEDC. liters of diesel per 100 km (62 mpg US) in NEDC combined mode (equivalent to 99 grams of CO 2 ). The four-cylinder C 350 HYBRID with plug-in technology will follow in due course. The four-cylinder C 350 HYBRID with plug-in technology and a power output of 155 + 60 kW (211 + 82 hp) will follow in due course.
The other two are the Prius Plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) and the Prius c.). Despite the new spaciousness, the Prius v will deliver estimated EPA fuel economy ratings of 44 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 42 mpg combined (5.35, 5.88 L/100km, respectively). It also does not include any animal-based material. Connectivity.
The Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID Click to enlarge. Mercedes-Benz will present the Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID at the 63 rd IAA in Frankfurt. The Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 Hybrid system architecture of the Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID. liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers (73.5
Used Priuses, especially the Generation 2 that were made from 2004 to 2009 are becoming a bargain to buy, especially for the MPG and features you get in return. The official fuel consumption is 5 l/100 km (47 mpg US) and that is bang on for us as well. l/100 km (51 mpg US) in the summer, and 5.3 l/100 km (44 mpg US) in winter.
During a driving event at the Miramas proving grounds in southern France, BMW presented future drive technologies, including the prototype of a BMW 2 Series Active Tourer with plug-in hybrid drive. BMW 2 Series Active Tourer plug-in hybrid prototype. The BMW 3 Series plug-in hybrid was presented as a. Earlier post.)
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mpg and 250 g CO 2 /km for model year 2016. mpg if the automotive industry were to meet this CO 2 level just through fuel economy improvements.) ( Earlier post.). on-demand) water pumps and cooling fans. 2-mode hybrid and plug-in hybrid: 0% for both cars and trucks. Electric Power Steering: 86% for cars, 96% for trucks.
seconds; its EPA estimated fuel economy rating is 42 mpg US (5.6 To improve cold weather fuel economy and cabin comfort, the engine heat management system combines a heat recovery system with an electric water pump. To reduce mechanical losses, an electric system replaces the water pump drive belt.
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The new Evoque offers a choice of three- and four-cylinder Ingenium gasoline and diesel engines, a 48-volt mild-hybrid system (MHEV) and a 3-cylinder plug-in hybrid system (PHEV). This is where the 48-volt mild-hybrid system is used to reduce CO 2 emissions to as lows as 149g/km and fuel economy from 42 mpg US (5.6l/100km)
The new F800 Style is a five-seat upper-range sedan featuring an all-new multi drive platform suited for a hydrogen fuel cell electric drive with a range of almost 600 kilometers (373 miles) as well as the a plug-in hybrid drive with a 30 km (19 mile) all-electric range. F 800 Style Plug-in Hybrid. F800 Plug-in Hybrid, Gasoline.
Within the framework of the fleet study, Volkswagen is implementing a total of 20 of the latest generation Golf Variant twïnDRIVE plug-in hybrid electric cars as research vehicles. In parallel, more and more electricity is being generated from solar and water power. The plug-in hybrid, according to Prof. Earlier post.)
The powertrain of the plug-in hybrid BMW Vision EfficientDynamics. The plug-in full hybrid BMW Vision EfficientDynamics all-wheel drive concept car is powered by a 1.5-liter, mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 99 grams/kilometer. Tags: Diesel Hybrids Plug-ins. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Earlier post.).
A foamed rubber-type water jacket spacer has been adopted to optimize cylinder bore heat distribution, reducing piston-generated friction and improving fuel economy. mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 93 g/km. mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of only 86 g/km1. l/100 km (56 mpg US) and generates CO 2 emissions of 95 g/km.
Buick has strengthened its commitment to electrification in China with the launch of the VELITE 7 electric vehicle and VELITE 6 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). Extra protection of the pack in the event of a collision, dust or water is guaranteed through an advanced structural design.
Hyundai has begun the US sales rollout of its Ioniq line of electrified vehicles, which come in hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric variants. The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge).
Jaguar Land Rover has introduced its first plug-in hybrid vehicle as part of the Range Rover Sport line-up. Combined NEDC fuel economy is 84 mpg US (101 mpg UK, 2.8 For deep water wading, it is recommended that the Ingenium gasoline engine is running to prevent water entering the exhaust system.
At low rpms an additional, water-cooled intercooler (small arrow) ensures that the small volume of air from the small turbocharger passes in a short and direct path to the combustion chamber. liters per 100 kilometers (48 mpg US), or 129 g/km CO 2 , in the front-wheel-drive notchback version. The main focus in the development in the 2.0
Hyundai has begun the US sales rollout of its Ioniq line of electrified vehicles, which come in hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric variants. The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge).
The final Porsche 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) has come off the line in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen according to schedule. The car also created a foundation for future hybrid drives in its thermal management concept featuring five separate cooling loops and the innovative hybrid cooling of the rear electric motor with air and water.
With the 2016 XC90 ( earlier post ) heading to dealerships across the US, Volvo Cars gave media an opportunity to experience the next generation of its full-size luxury SUV—in both its conventional T6 and plug-in hybrid T8 Drive-E Twin Engine forms—in and around Los Angeles. Luxury plug-in hybrid SUVs coming to US market.
The Saturn version of the two-mode plug-in hybrid at the Milford Proving Grounds. Aside from a box lunch, a couple of bottles of water and two absolutely delicious chocolate chip cookies, GCC received no compensation, expense reimbursement or branded merchandise from GM to attend the event. by Bill Cooke. Click to enlarge.
Kia unveiled three major hybrid offerings at the Chicago Auto Show: the 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle; the new Optima Hybrid; and the new Optima Plug-in Hybrid. Niro is targeting a combined fuel efficiency rating of 50 mpg (4.7 Optima Plug-in Hybrid. The 2017 Optima Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) is Kia’s first PHEV.
In March 2017, a BMW 5 Series Sedan with plug-in hybrid drive system—the BMW 530e iPerformance—will join the line-up, offering extremely low CO 2 emissions of just 46 g/km (2.0 The 530e plug-in hybrid will feature a 2.0-liter, The 530e plug-in hybrid will feature a 2.0-liter, l/100 km), based on the EU test cycle.
The Prius Prime plug-in hybrid, unveiled at the 2016 New York International Auto Show in March ( earlier post ), features a larger 8.8 In hybrid mode, the Prius Prime exceeds all competitors’ fuel economy ratings with EPA-estimated 55 city/53 highway/54 combined MPG. Pricing starts at $27,100.
The Prius c, like the v and the Plug-in, will add substantial incremental sales to Prius this year, with total family sales of about 220,000. Both the Prius c and the v will be about 15-20 percent of the mix, with the Plug-in around 5%. Estimated EPA fuel economy ratings are 53/46/50 mpg US city/highway/combined (4.4/5.1/4.7
L/100km (62 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 89 g/km. L/100 km (39 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 139 g/km. Combustion efficiency has been improved through the use of a high efficiency intake port, a high compression ratio and long reach spark plugs. L/100 km (40 mpg US) and 136 g/km respectively. Thus equipped, the 1.33
liters per 100 km (62 mpg US), corresponding to 98 g of CO 2 /km. liters (48 mpg US). liters/100 km (55 mpg US) (provisional figure). liters (41 mpg US), 149 g of CO 2. The oil injection nozzles and the water pump are activated only when required, in order to save energy and fuel. The figures for the preceding ?A
mpg US) with CO 2 emissions from 125 g/km, a reduction of 0.4 l/100 km (40 mpg US) and generates CO 2 emissions of 138 g/km—reductions of 0.7 mpg US) and 134 g/km respectively. l/100 km (62 mpg US) and generates CO 2 emissions of 99 g/km—a reduction of 0.6 mpg US) over the combined cycle. l/100 km (43.6
However, it is also more fuel efficient, picking up 2 mpg on the EPA combined cycle rating—an increase of 9% over the 2017 model. (As EPA-estimated fuel economy for front-wheel drive models rises to 22 mpg in city driving, 27 mpg on the highway and 24 mpg in combined driving. Select compact SUVs. 2018 VW Tiguan.
mpg US)—7% less compared to its predecessor. The principle of stratified charge operation is to deliver a mixture that is sufficiently rich for combustion in the immediate vicinity of the spark plug, while the remainder of the cylinder receives a very lean mixture that could not be used in a traditional engine. l/100 km (43.6
It will also deliver the most fuel-efficient Corvette ever, exceeding an EPA-estimated 26 mpg US (9.0 Also, the spark plug angle and depth have been revised to protrude farther into the chamber, placing the electrode closer to the center of the combustion to support optimal combustion. L/100 km) on the highway. 1 compression ratio.
As a result, the average efficiency of the world’s vehicle fleet is projected to reach about 46 mpg (about 5.1 liters per 100 km) compared to 24 mpg (9.8 Over the same period, electric and plug-in vehicles are expected to grow to about 70 million cars, or less than 5 percent of the total fleet. liters per 100 km) in 2010.
In addition, Mercedes-Benz plans a plug-in hybrid with an electric range of about 50 kilometers (31 miles). Upgraded plug-in hybrid powertrain. l/100 km [28 mpg US]; CO 2 emissions combined: 195 g/km) and Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4MATIC (fuel consumption combined: 9.3 With significantly increased battery capacity of 13.3
Toyota unveiled the new Prius Prime plug-in hybrid (PHEV) at the 2016 New York International Auto Show. Toyota expects the Prius Prime’s manufacturer-estimated 120 or above MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent) to be the highest MPGe rating of any current plug-in hybrid. Toyota also expects the Prius Prime, equipped with an 8.8
These are the plug-in hybrids, the range extender vehicles and the strictly electrical vehicles. US mpg), corresponding to CO 2 emissions of less than 160 grams per km (257.5 Cooling is provided by a separate low-temperature water-filled circuit. liters per 100 km (124 mpg US)—a CO 2 equivalent of 45 g per km (72 g/mile).
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