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Hyundai Motor America, currently the leading fuel economy auto manufacturer in the US according to EPA ratings, plans to achieve a corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) rating of at least 50 (mpg) by 2025 for its lineup of passenger cars and light duty trucks. mpg by 2016. mpg by 2016.
L/100 km (261 mpg US), according to VW. Large sections of the new XL1’s body consist of carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP); the prototype weights 795 kg. The rest of its weight is distributed among various other polymers (e.g. In other words, the XL1 is as long and wide as a Polo, but with a low profile like a Lamborghini.
EOLAB delivers NEDC combined cycle fuel consumption of 1 liter/100 km (235 mpg US), equivalent to 22g of CO 2 /km. In order to cover as many realistic solutions as possible to minimize EOLAB’s weight, the project team also took a look at polymers. —Vincent Desmalades, Deputy Project Leader in charge of Processes.
liters per 100 km (214 mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 26 grams per km (41.8 The Multimaterial Space Frame of the compact Audi crosslane coupé comprises three materials: aluminum, carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP), and glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP). Fuel consumption is 1.1 grams per mile). Multimaterial Space Frame.
The half-ton EcoDiesel will be rated at 32 miles per gallon (mpg) highway, 22 mpg city for 4x2 models; 29 mpg highway, 21 mpg city for 4x4 models. Ram 1500’s unsurpassed 29 mpg highway fuel economy rating for 4x4 models is significant in that 4x4 models represent more than 80% of the U.S. full-size truck mix.
US mpg) fuel economy, equivalent to CO 2 emissions of 59 g/km (94.95 The splitter, which is made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP), is shifted far to the front, as on a race car. The coupe represents a new evolutionary stage of the Sport quattro concept ( earlier post ). l/100 km (94.09
The first Elantra Hybrid to be brought to market offers more than an EPA-estimated 50 mpg combined cycle. Elantra Hybrid’s permanent-magnet electric motor delivers 32 kW powered by a lithium-ion-polymer battery with 1.32 The new Elantra Hybrid will feature a 1.6-liter liter GDI Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine.
For 2013, the Optima Hybrid features numerous powertrain refinements including a more robust 35 kW (47 hp) electric traction motor; a stronger Hybrid Starter Generator (HSG); and a more powerful 47 kW Lithium Polymer battery. The base model achieves an EPA estimated 36 mpg US city, 40 mpg highway and 38 mpg combined (6.5,
liters per 100 kilometers (94 mpg US )—a CO 2 equivalent of 59 grams per kilometer (95 g/mile). The doors and fenders are made of aluminum, and the roof, the engine hood and the rear hatch are made of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer. seconds with fuel consumption of 2.5 System torque is 800 N·m (590 lb-ft).
Available in LX and EX trims, the 2014 Optima Hybrid features carryover refinements for smoothness and drivability, including a 47 hp (35 kW) electric traction motor, a strong Hybrid Starter Generator (HSG) and a 47 kW lithium polymer battery. . The LX model achieves an EPA estimated 36 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 38 mpg combined (6.5,
The Hybrid has estimated EPA fuel economy ratings of 36 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 38 mpg combined (6.5, The Hybrid Limited model carries estimated ratings of 36 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 37 mpg combined. Ah, 47 kW Lithium Polymer battery pack and an optimized hybrid operating strategy.
The lightweight XL1 (795 kg, 1,753 lbs) delivers NEDC fuel consumption of 261 mpg (0.9 The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L In all-electric mode, the XL1 requires less than 0.1 kWh to cover more than 0.6
liter Theta II engine (169 hp/126 kW at 6,000 rpm and 156 lb-ft/212 N·m of torque at 4,500 rpm); a 6-speed automatic transmission; a 30 kW (151 lb-ft/205 N·m) electric motor; and a lithium-polymer battery pack. lithium polymer battery pack (5.3 The Sonata Hybrid will offer projected highway fuel economy of 39 mpg US (6.0
The remaining 2% was replaced by polymer. The third-generation reduced the percentage of light metals by 6%. The percentage of steel and iron materials has increased accordingly by 4%. Click to enlarge. Weight reduction and intelligent lightweight construction measures also have an impact on the vehicle manufacturing process. l/100 km 23.8
miles per gallon (mpg). Hyundai is also the only automaker to top 30 mpg for cars and trucks combined in the report. Manufacturer Cars/Trucks mpg US. These are the results prior to adjustment for the EPA consumer fuel economy ratings. MY 2009 EPA Lab 55/45 ( projected ). Volkswagen.
The Nuvis, which Hyundai said hints at future-generation crossover design that blends attributes of a tall urban car and a premium utility vehicle, is powered by Hyundai’s Hybrid Blue Drive architecture, with lithium polymer battery technology from LG Chem. Ah, 270V Li-ion polymer battery pack. L/100km) city / 35 mpg US (6.7
Estimated EPA highway rating for the car is 40 mpg (5.88 liter Theta II engine (169 hp/126 kW at 6,000 rpm and 156 lb-ft/212 N·m of torque at 4,500 rpm); a 6-speed automatic transmission; a 30 kW (151 lb-ft/205 N·m) electric motor; and a lithium-polymer battery pack. miles per gallon (3.83 miles (1,965 km). Earlier post.).
Blue-Will serves as a test bed of new ideas that range from roof-mounted solar cells to drive-by-wire steering, lithium polymer batteries and touch-screen controls, and foreshadows future hybrid production vehicles from Hyundai. Fuel economy for the Blue-Will in charge sustaining mode (regular hybrid mode) is projected to be 50-55 mpg US (4.7-4.3
The partnership will seek to combine the best of Ford’s capabilities and experience in design, engineering and high-volume vehicle production with Dow Automotive’s strengths in R&D, materials science and high-volume polymer processing.
The Range Rover Evoque is the brand’s most fuel-efficient model to date, and achieves an estimated 28 mpg US EPA highway and 19 mpg US EPA city. Land Rover is pricing the new 2012 Range Rover Evoque starting at $43,995 for the five-door, and $44,995 for the coupe. Both prices include Destination and Delivery.
In the first Shell Eco-marathon to take place in Asia, University Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) took first place with 599 km per liter (1,410 mpg US, 0.17 Horizon currently develops complete PEM (Polymer Electrolyte Membrane) fuel cell power solutions delivering 0.3 Horizon fuel cell system in vehicle. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)
Improved cooling, friction and combustion technologies ensure maximum fuel efficiency, and Niro HEV returns a targeted 53 mpg combined and an estimated driving range of 588 miles. kWh lithium-ion polymer battery in under three hours. The Niro PHEV pairs the 1.6-liter
liters of fuel per 100 km (107 US mpg) on average and emits just 59 grams of CO 2 per km (95 g/mile). The engine hood and numerous add-on parts are made of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP). The concept car accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph in 4.4 The axle load distribution is 50:50.
city (mpg). When equipped with the six-speed automatic transmission, the Golf SportWagen’s EPA estimated highway fuel economy has improved by 5 mpg over the previous 2.5-liter liter Jetta SportWagen to 35 mpg (6.7 The EPA rating for the manual transmission model is 36 mpg (6.5 l/100 km), and from 39 mpg (6.0
The Range Rover Evoque is the brand’s most fuel-efficient model to date, and achieves an estimated 28 mpg US EPA highway and 19 mpg US EPA city. Land Rover is pricing the new 2012 Range Rover Evoque starting at $43,995 for the five-door, and $44,995 for the coupe. Both prices include Destination and Delivery.
kWh lithium polymer battery pack (5.3 Fuel economy for the Blue-Will in charge sustaining mode (regular hybrid mode) is projected to be 50-55 mpg US (4.7-4.3 Blue-Will promises an electric-only driving distance of up to 40 miles on a single charge and a fuel economy rating of up to 106 mpg US (2.2 Earlier post.).
liter Gamma LPI engine with an independently developed Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) and hybrid system, comprising an electric motor, inverter, converter and 180V lithium-ion polymer battery. L/100km or 42 mpg US); gasoline-equivalent fuel economy is 22.2 L/100km, 51 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 99 g/km.
Two 82 kW (peak) Remy DC drive motors running at 320V deliver 400 N·m (295 lb-ft) max torque, while a 25 kWh battery pack using Li-ion manganese oxide polymer cells provides the energy storage. Fuel economy in charge sustaining mode is 32 mpg US (7.35 The battery pack was assembled into a saddlebag configuration under the truck bed.
L/100km (124 mpg US) plus 11.5 turbocharged, gasoline direct injection engine; a 100kW, 300 N·m induction motor; and about an 11 kWh 355V lithium polymer battery pack (1P96S layout). kWh/100km and the CO 2 emissions are below 50 g/km. The Imperia plug-in roadster. Click to enlarge.
The Range Rover Evoque is the brand’s most fuel-efficient model to date, and achieves an estimated 28 mpg US EPA highway and 19 mpg US EPA city. Land Rover is pricing the new 2012 Range Rover Evoque starting at $43,995 for the five-door, and $44,995 for the coupe. Both prices include Destination and Delivery.
mpg US), and a CO 2 emission rating of 99 grams per kilometer (1.3 The lithium-polymer rechargeable battery is housed centrally in a longitudinal chassis element and can be fully charged at a conventional power socket within two and half hours. seconds, with an average fuel consumption in the EU test cycle (KV01) of 3.76
Created primarily with the US market in mind, the Kia-developed powertrain delivers an estimated combined cycle fuel economy is 38 mpg US (6.2 mpg, highway 40.0 mpg improvement compared with a regular Optima. Kia’s Optima Hybrid employs a lithium polymer battery array developed in partnership with LG Chem.
IONIQ Hybrid with an EPA estimated 58 combined MPG remains the fuel economy leader for a non-plug-in vehicle. powered by a lithium-ion-polymer battery with 1.56 kWh lithium-ion-polymer battery. Drivers of the new 2020 IONIQ Electric can also enjoy 170 miles (274 km) of range thanks to an upgraded 38.3-kWh powered by an 8.9
Ah lithium-ion polymer battery (LIPB) pack (with cells from LG Chem) with forced air cooling. L/100km or 42 mpg US); gasoline-equivalent fuel economy is 22.7 L/100km, 53 mpg US). L/100km or 42 mpg US); gasoline-equivalent fuel economy is 22.7 L/100km, 53 mpg US). The LPI Hybrid is a mild hybrid powered by a 1.6-liter
liter Hybrid Blue Drive model featuring Hyundai’s lithium polymer battery pack. At launch, the 2011 Sonata will deliver an estimated 23 mpg city/35 mpg highway fuel economy with the available six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC. Next year, Hyundai will add a 2.0-liter Earlier post.)
l/100 km (38 to 40 mpg US) in comparison to 7.3 l/100 km (31 to 32 mpg US) for its predecessor at the time of its discontinuation in 2011. Natural materials employed in series production of the new B-Class consist primarily of coconut and wood fibres and honeycomb cardboard in combination with various polymer materials.
When equipped with the six-speed manual transmission, the Golf GTI records an EPA estimated fuel economy rating of 25 mpg (9.4 l/100 km) in the city and 34 mpg (6.9 l/100 km) on the highway, compared to the previous-generation GTI’s ratings of 21 mpg (11.2 l/100 km) city and 31 mpg (7.6 l/100 km) city and 32 mpg (7.4
Sonata Hybrid is expected to achieve up to 39 mpg in the city, 44 mpg on the highway and have a combined EPA rating of 42 mpg (6.03, 5.35 The lithium-polymer battery pack capacity is 1.62 Hybrid system net power is 193 horsepower (144 kW) at 6,000 rpm. 2016 Sonata Hybrid offers best-in-class cargo volume at 13.3
L/100km or 42 mpg US); gasoline-equivalent fuel economy is 22.2 L/100km, 51 mpg US). Ah lithium-ion polymer battery (LIPB) pack (with cells from LG Chem) with forced air cooling. The Elantra LPI Hybrid is a mild-hybrid with a fuel economy rating of 17.8 This represents a 47% improvement over a conventional 1.6L
L/100km or 40 mpg US) with a CVT transmission. The Forte LPI hybrid uses lithium polymer batteries from LG Chem. Equipped with a 1.6 liter Gamma LPI HEV engine and a 15 kW electric motor, the Forte LPI hybrid boasts maximum power of 112 hp (84 kW) and maximum torque of 148 Nm (109 lb-ft). It offers fuel efficiency of 17.2
The Ioniq Hybrid Blue model has an estimated 58 mpg (4.05 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack positioned under the rear passenger seats. The Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid provides an estimated all-electric range of 29 miles, 119 MPGe in EV mode and 52 mpg (4.52 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack. 2019 Ioniq Electric.
EVA is propelled by a 60 kW, 223 N·m (164 lb-ft) motor; top speed is 111 km/h (69 mpg), and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes 10 seconds. Power is supplied by a 50 kWh battery pack, comprising 216 63 Ah lithium polymer cells.
Sonata Hybrid SE has preliminary internal estimates of 39 mpg (6.03 l/100 km) in the city, 45 mpg (5.22 l/100 km) on the highway and 42 mpg (5.6 The lithium-ion polymer battery pack capacity is 1.76 Hybrid system net power is 193 horsepower at 6,000 rpm. l/100 km) combined. Plug-In Hybrid Powertrain.
kWh lithium-polymer battery pack. Overall, BMW Vision EfficientDynamics comes with a total of 98 lithium-polymer cells, each offering a capacity of 30 Ah and developing continuous output of 600 Amps at a voltage of 3.7 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 99 grams/kilometer. The BMW Vision EfficientDynamics. Click to enlarge.
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