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On a larger efficiency scale, the new S-Class in its first year will offer two hybrid versions, a gasoline model and a diesel variant: the S 400 HYBRID, S 300 BlueTEC HYBRID, S 500, and S 350 BlueTEC. These soon will be followed by the S 500 Plug-In HYBRID—the first S-Class with a fuel consumption lower than 4l/100 km (59 mpg US).
At launch in October 2022, there will initially be a choice of two gasoline and two diesel engines from the BMW Group’s new modular generation of Efficient Dynamics engines. Plug-in hybrid models with increased electric range, gasoline and diesel engines with 48V mild hybrid technology. BMW has unveiled its new BMW X1.
Volkswagen will bring to Geneva a new diesel-engined variant of its Cross Coupé Concept plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, first introduced with a gasoline engine at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2011 ( earlier post ). l/100 km (131 mpg US), equivalent to CO 2 emissions of 46 g/km. Cross Coupé Concept. Click to enlarge.
The CX-60 is the first of Mazda’s Large Product group models, and offers (European specification model) e-Skyactiv PHEV, Mazda’s first plug-in hybrid system featuring a 2.5-liter The Mazda CX-60 powertrain line-up features three new engines: the e-Skyactiv G PHEV unit and two straight-six engines: a 3.3 kWh battery pack.
The XL1 prototype PHEV. 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. Click to enlarge. Equipped in this way, the 0.8 TDI already fulfils the limits of the Euro-6 emissions standard.
In the analysis, EPA uses overall fuel economy in mpg equivalent (mpge) and tailpipe CO 2 emission values. In MY 2013, there were 11 EVs and 4 PHEVs available in the market; MY 2014 has 12 (counting the Tesla Model S 60 and 80 as one) EVs on the market and 10 PHEVs, along with the lone CNG car, the Honda Civic.
In Europe, Mazda announced that it will add an all-new e-Skyactiv D diesel engine to the Mazda CX-60 line-up in 2023, joining the PHEV CX-60, which is available to order now. The new diesel powertrain that will make its debut in the CX-60 is a Mazda first—a 3.3-liter mpg US with CO 2 emissions of 137g/km.
Powertrain of the Volvo XC90 Twin Engine PHEV. For the all-new XC90 seven-seater, the top of the range “Twin Engine” will be a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and carry a T8 badge. A two-liter, four-cylinder supercharged and turbocharged Drive-E gasoline engine powers the front wheels and an 80 hp (60 kW) electric motor drives the rear wheels.
PHEV battery pack in V70 demonstrator without damage after a full scale rear crash test. Volvo Car Corporation is postponing its plans to produce a full hybrid based on a diesel engine and instead will introduce a series-produced plug-in diesel hybrid (PHEV) in Europe as early as 2012. V70 PHEV Demonstrators.
In addition to other advances in drivetrain, chassis, lightweight construction, assistance systems and infotainment systems, the new Q7 will also offer an e-tron quattro version: the first plug-in hybrid with a six-cylinder diesel engine and quattro all-wheel drive. mpg US), corresponding to less than 50 grams CO 2 per kilometer (80.5
In addition to other introductions, the automaker will also showcase the diesel-powered BMW 328d. 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 The Concept Active Tourer features a 1.5-liter
Volvo Cars confirmed that it will introduce a series-produced plug-in hybrid diesel as early as 2012. Volvo had first suggested the 2012 date for a dieselPHEV in September 2009. liters per 100 km (124 mpg US), according to Volvo. Earlier post.).
Illustration of the V60 PHEV powertrain. Volvo Cars has provided more information on its V60 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), to be introduced at the Geneva Motor Show. The dieselPHEV will go on sale in 2012. The interaction between diesel and electric power is handled via a control system. L/100 km (124 mpg US).
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The Range_e development 4WD dieselPHEV. 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. Click to enlarge. Using a parallel hybrid system with a 14.2
Powertrain of the CrossBlue SUV PHEV concept. Built off of the MQB Modular Transverse Matrix components set ( earlier post ), the CrossBlue offers a manufacturer-estimated 35 mpg (6.72 l/100km) combined (37 mpg highway and 33 mpg city), 89 mpge (2.64 Click to enlarge. The CrossBlue concept. Click to enlarge.
mpg increase over the previous year and an increase of nearly 5 mpg since 2004. The report also noted that: Since alternative fuel vehicle production [CNG, PHEVs and EVs] has generally been less than 0.1% Since 1975, half of car production has consistently been within several mpg of each other. mpg, which is 0.5
Nevertheless, said Frank Weber, Global Vehicle Line Executive and Chief Engineer for the Volt: The 230 city mpg number is a great indication of the capabilities of the Volt’s electric propulsion system and its ability to displace gasoline. Actual testing with production vehicles will occur next year closer to vehicle launch.
in hybrid drive system, and the first diesel plug-in hybrid with quattro drive in its segment. Together with the diesel engine, the car can cover a total distance of 1,410 kilometers (876.1 Together with the diesel engine, the car can cover a total distance of 1,410 kilometers (876.1 Diesel Hybrids Plug-ins' TDI quattro.
L/100km (34 mpg US) with the fuel consumption of energy-efficient vehicles dropping to 5.9 L/100km (40 mpg US) or less. L/100km (47 mpg US), with energy-efficient passenger car fuel consumption dropping to 4.5 mpg US) or less. Under the plan, by 2015 average passenger car fuel consumption is targeted to drop to 6.9
The 400 kg (curbweight) Aixam quadricycle, with a 400cc two-cylinder diesel, is an example of the size and weight needed in future city vehicles, Meilhan suggests. Such light vehicles consuming 2L per 100 km (118 mpg US) already exist. 2-cylinder diesel engine developing 4 kW (5.4 l/100km (66 mpg US). Click to enlarge.
Three months since the introduction of the Ultra-Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) in London, results of a year-long trial in the capital suggest that plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) commercial vehicles could present the most practical, readily available option for businesses trying to meet clean-air targets in cities. million (US$5.9-million)
Audi of America also confirmed that it will offer the A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in gasoline electric hybrid (PHEV) model in the US market later in 2014. TDI clean diesel. liters fuel per 100 km (50 mpg US); its CO 2 emissions are 109 grams per km (175g/mile). mpg US) for a CO 2 equivalent of 108 grams per km (172 g/mile).
L Chevrolet Malibu with a combined fuel economy of 26 mpg (9.0 EV fuel economy is based on a 2012 Nissan LEAF—99 mpg gasoline equivalent (mpgge) (equivalent to 2.4 For the PHEV cases, both charging from the US mix and charging from a natural gas turbine with a 45% electrical generating efficiency were considered.
Ford expects the new Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ( earlier post ) to achieve more than 20 miles of electric-only range and a 550-mile overall range on a single tank of fuel. The C-MAX Hybrid (conventional version) is projected to have fuel economy of 47 mpg on the city cycle. 100km equivalent) combined city/highway.
Now, three more sporty, fuel-efficient models of the updated Golf can now be ordered in Europe: the plug-in hybrid Golf GTE and the dynamic Golf GTD and Golf GTD Variant diesel models. A 135 kW/184 PS TDI diesel engine takes the GTD from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.5 l/100 km (53 mpg US) and 4.7 l/100 km (50 mpg US), respectively.
l/100 km (131 mpg US) in the NEDC certification driving cycle for hybrids. The driver can also choose to cover up to 50 km (31 miles) on battery power, or use the combined capacity of the diesel engine and electric motor to deliver 215+70 horsepower and 440+200 N·m of torque. This corresponds to fuel consumption of 1.8
This translates to a maximum driveline power output of approximately 230 hp when the electric motor and diesel engine are working simultaneously. l/100 km (131 mpg US). We were the first car maker to develop and produce a diesel-based plug-in hybrid powertrain with the launch of the V60 D6 in 2012. l/100km, 131 mpg US).
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). The lowest emitting CO 2 model is the 143 g/km front wheel drive, manual transmission with 150PS Ingenium diesel engine.
The V70 plug-in hybrid demonstrator highlights Volvo’s current PHEV architecture: front-wheel drive combustion engine, electric motor on the rear axle. The V70 dieselPHEV is projected to support up to a 50 km (31 mile) all-electric range—sufficient to cover the daily transport needs of 75% of European drivers.
BMW is adding two plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variants to the new BMW 7 Series range, including the first BMW M model in the range. liters/100 km [35 – 39 mpg US]; CO 2 emissions combined: 178 – 160 g/km in the WLTP cycle), with a six-cylinder in-line diesel engine boosted by 48V mild hybrid technology.
Several new engines are planned for the new S-Class: in-line six cylinder diesel and gasoline engines as well as a new V-8 biturbo gasoline engine. kWh, the range for all-electric driving in the PHEV model will increase to about 50 km. With significantly increased battery capacity of 13.3 New engines with landmark technology.
For electric vehicles which operate solely on electricity, the labels include both kilowatt-hours per 100 miles and miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (electricity consumption translated into mpg on an energy-equivalence basis). Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs).
The combination of a 3-cylinder turbo diesel with a hybrid synchronous motor at the front axle and a full-hybrid motor at the rear axle enables an overall system output of 241 kW/328 bhp. mpg US), and a CO 2 emission rating of 99 grams per kilometer (1.3 L/100km and 33g CO 2 /km; EU-PHEV ECE-R101). liters/100 kilometers (62.6
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 15 Sep, NHTSA and the US EPA proposed a joint rulemaking on fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions for light duty vehicles: an average new car 34.1
The 2012 XC60 carries an EPA fuel economy rating of 20 mpg US (11.8 By contrast, the XC60 concept plug-in would offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating in continuous driving in hybrid mode of 50 mpg US (4.7 L/100km) combined (for the all-wheel drive models) using a 6-cylinder engine.
When handed the keys to the 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Grand Touring AWD, the experience ended-up not only being pleasant, but one that raises the question–where has Lincoln been hiding this gem? What the Corsair PHEV does, or should do, is open the brand to a new audience who will consider buying a Lincoln for the first time.
US mpg) in the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC), corresponding to 46 grams CO 2 per km (74.0 TDI, a highly efficient, latest-generation V6 diesel engine, delivers 190 kW (258 hp) of power and 600 N·m (442.5 Making their world premiere in a diesel engine are active engine mounts in the Audi Q7 e-tron 3.0 Click to enlarge.
The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter Note: The Escape PHEV is rated by the EPA to have 37 miles of all-electric driving range. kWh battery is charged, there is no sound upon pressing the start button as the Escape PHEV defaults to electric mode. 72 miles, with 35.3 Level 2 240V 3.5
The 3-row, 7-seat SUV weighs 5,059 lbs (2,295 kg) in its PHEV version (4,627 lbs/2,099 kg conventional), yet delivers the performance, handling and feel of a smaller luxury sporty sedan, even up and down twisty canyon roads. This version of the Q7 PHEV will also use a 2.0-liter Luxury plug-in hybrid SUVs coming to US market.
It will be joined later in the fall of 2014 by the Audi A3 Cabriolet; A3 TDI clean diesel sedan; the high-performance S3 sedan; and in early 2015, the A3 Sportback e-tron gasoline electric plug-in hybrid (PHEV). In 2014, Volkswagen will launch the latest high-performing TDI Clean Diesel engine generation (EA288).
In February 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show, Volvo introduced the diesel-electric V60 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) to go on sale in Europe later this year. L/100 km, 102 mpg US). VEA is a modular range of diesel and gasoline engines. Earlier post.) In today’s model range the Volvo S60, V60 and XC60 form one vehicle cluster.
Volkswagen will formally unveil the Golf GTE—a new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of the Golf hatchback combining electric mobility with the dynamics of a Golf GTI—at the Geneva Motor Show next month. The Golf GTE offers combined cycle fuel economy (provisional) of about 157 mpg US (1.5 seconds and on to 135 mph (217 km/h).
The 2021 Kia Niro PHEV is one of three electrified Niro models to choose from, alongside a hybrid and a pure battery electric version. Clean Fleet Report drove the Niro PHEV EX Premium, and came away with a good feeling about this compact crossover that can deliver a 560-mile driving range. Photos by John Faulkner and Kia.
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