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Strohmayer said that the team was now focusing on the development of a high - performance hybrid aircraft with a smart diesel engine.

With the departure of the V - 8 engine in the new GS, the Lexus GS450H hybrid attempts to cover both the performance and the fuel - economy ends of the spectrum.

In addition to the familiar Q3 engines, Audi research and development is reportedly preparing a plug - in hybrid borrowed from the A3, as well as a high - performance RS Q4 rated at 310 hp.

The Sonata hybrid will use lithium polymer batteries, said to surpass the performance of lithium - ion batteries other automakers are so keen on, in conjunction with a parallel hybrid architecture, a six - speed automatic transmission, and a 2.4 - liter four - cylinder engine.

Pushing the boundaries of high - performance technology today means something very different from what that original car embodied, so the formula for the New Sports eXperience is considerably different in the 2017 Acura NSX: The basics include a hybrid powertrain made up of three electric motors, a lithium - ion battery pack, a mid-mounted twin - turbocharged V - 6 engine and a dual - clutch nine - speed automatic transmission.

No drivetrain details have been revealed, but as the UX is similar in size to the Toyota C - HR, it's likely any production model would use the same mix of hybrid and turbocharged petrol engines, perhaps with a larger displacement turbocharged option to offer a performance model suitable for Lexus customers.

Where most hybrids are designed to maximize fuel economy, this model combines the V - 6 engine and electric motor (s) to increase fuel economy and performance.

Lexus has been offering hybrids since way back when, but for the most part they have been what you might call performance hybrids, in which the gasoline engine is not downsized but is supplemented by the battery - electric system.

The «eco» box is ticked with a 31 - mile all - electric range and hybrid convenience, but an engine and limited - slip diff snagged from the RCZ R coupe ensures punchy performance is also on the cards.

Engine details have yet to be released, but we expect the next STI to pack some kind of performance hybrid powertrain.

Performance and 0 - 60mph time > The T8 Twin Engine petrol electric hybrid is the highlight, delivering a 0 - 60mph time of less than six seconds.

In addition to the requisite V - 6 and V - 8 engines, the J - Pace portfolio would also include a plug - in hybrid as well as high - performance RS and SVR variants.

Eco's dull throttle response feels like a 50 - hp cut in the engine's performance; diehard eco-warriors should wait for the C - Class diesel and plug - in hybrid models promised within a couple of years.

Under the bonnet will sit an uprated version of Volvo's high performance plug - in hybrid drivetrain, combining two electric motors and a lithium - ion battery pack with a turbocharged and supercharged 2 - litre four - cylinder engine.

In addition to the requisite six - and eight - cylinder engines, the J - Pace should also include a plug - in hybrid as well as high - performance RS and SVR variants.

Select hybrid mode and it mixes use of the gas engine and electric motor for optimum efficiency and performance, while the PSM Sport mode allows a «significantly sportier» driving style and Sport + mode recharges the battery at a much higher rate.

The high - performance hybrid realises its full potential with a powerful 4.0 - litre V8 biturbo engine and an electric machine.

Crafted to deliver signature INFINITI performance, the INFINITI Direct Response Hybrid ® system features a 1 - motor, 2 - clutch parallel engine with a 7 - speed automatic transmission and no torque converter.

A fully optimised mild hybrid (with little or no weight penalty as demonstrated by the original Honda Insight) could provide excellent all round performance and efficiency allied with the noise and feel of a normal combustion engine.

Unique drive concept with V8 engine and electric motor After the successful debut of the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid — which uses a twin - turbo V6 engine combined with an electric motor — the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is another compelling demonstration of the performance advantages of hybrid technology.

The range and performance of a BMW TwinPower Turbo engine coupled with the efficiency of an electric motor: The new BMW 7 Series Hybrid with eDrive Technology brings together the best of both worlds.

The complete hybrid drive system provides performance that feels as lusty as some competitors with V - 8 engines.

As well as boosting the GTE's performance, the electric motor also allows the hybrid to drive 31 miles without resorting to the petrol engine.

The Outlander PHEV offers an ultra-smooth driving experience, with a 2.0 - litre petrol engine and a seamless transition between three driving modes (EV, series hybrid, parallel hybrid), which combine to deliver optimum performance regardless of driving conditions.

The Prius c still has a roomy interior and offers impressive performance for a hybrid vehicle, but that sours when compared to regular engines.

There's no diesel engine, instead you can choose between a 200t turbocharged petrol for the best performance or the 300h hybrid, which is cleaner than the thirsty 200t, but can still only manage 57.6 mpg.

The 320hp 2,979 cc engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology is taken from the «standard» 740i and then adapted with a 55hp synchronous motor, a hybrid specification eight - speed automatic transmission, a lithium - ion high performance battery all wrapped into an intelligent energy management package to provide the first 7 Series hybrid to be offered in the UK.

There's also the performance - oriented Civic Si model with a 2.4 - liter four - cylinder engine rated at 201 hp (22 city / 31 highway / 25 combined mpg), a compressed natural gas (CNG) option that uses a variant of the 1.8 - liter engine (27 city / 38 highway / 31 combined mpg) and the Civic Hybrid that is powered by a 1.5 - liter engine with a 20 kW motor, coupled to a CVT (44 city / 44 highway / 44 combined mpg).

The hybrid propulsion system (V6 1.6 turbo gasoline engine, two electric engines driving the front axle, another one driving the rear axle — MGU - K, and one more, called MGU - H, virtually driving the turbocharger electrically so no need to rely on excess exhaust gases as until now) from Formula 1 provide a fascinating combination of performance and efficiency.

More and more standard - size vehicles, SUVs, and high performance sports cars utilize technology with hybrid drivetrains, diesel engines, turbochargers, and low - rolling resistance tires.

The eTorque mild hybrid system improves fuel efficiency on the second generation of the 3.6 L Pentastar V6 and 5.7 L HEMI V8 engines, while allowing for better performance, drivability, towing capabilities and payload.

Cars like the Volvo XC90 Twin Engine and Audi Q7 etron make a lot of sense in plug - in hybrid guise, as they offer impressive performance and retain their 4x4 ability while delivering low running costs - as long as you charge them up, of course.

The concept is powered by a 297bhp plug - in hybrid system, based around a petrol engine and driving all four wheels - although Peugeot is being deliberately sketchy about the Instinct's performance or efficiency, because these are not its key goals.

Volvo Cars this week announced that its performance division has created a package to boost the power and performance of the XC90 T8 Twin Engine plug - in hybrid midsize premium SUV.

After detailing engine specifications a week ago, McLaren Automotive has now revealed full performance specifications on its hybrid supercar.

In addition, Ford announced that its global utility line - up will be the company's first hybrids powered by EcoBoost rather than naturally aspirated engines, furthering improving performance and fuel economy.

Although it's the diesels most people will go for, the T8 Twin Engine plug - in hybrid grabs the headlines with its impressive performance and economy claims — and its sizeable company car tax savings.

With more horsepower than most sports sedans, a hybrid engine, and a long list of tech features, the Lexus GS 450h is a consummate package of comfort, performance, and technology.

The FXX K has a V12 engine with an output of 1,036 bhp and and F1 - inspired hybrid powertrain maximizing its track performance.

The Bottom Line With more horsepower than most sports sedans, a hybrid engine, and a long list of tech features, the Lexus GS 450h is a consummate package of comfort, performance, and technology.

There are three petrol and three diesel engines to choose from — not to mention plug - in electric hybrid and high - performance M5 models.

On this basis, it is possible to combine hybrid modules and batteries of different performance ratings with fuel - efficient, high - torque gasoline and diesel engines.

The hybrid technology could be used on a three - cylinder engine to give it the power of a six - cylinder engine, and the C - X75's sophisticated aerodynamics should also influence future Jaguar cars, while the high - pressure supercharger technology could be used on future performance Jaguar cars with four - cylinder engines.

For the more conscientious drivers, the 2016 Ford Fusion is available with a Hybrid engine for maximum performance and efficiency.

The high - performance propulsion system of the VELITE 6 plug - in hybrid electric vehicle is composed of an EVT electronically controlled variable transmission, two AC permanent - magnet synchronous motors with a high - performance lithium - ion battery, and a 1.5 L naturally aspirated engine especially tuned for hybrid vehicles.

They are joined by two models making their European debuts in Paris — the new 2.0 - litre Optima Hybrid saloon promising a unique blend of performance and economy, and the new Sorento SUV with an all - new 2.4 - litre 192 ps GDI engine option.

Thomas Ingenlath, Chief Executive Officer of Polestar, continued; «The Polestar 1 is a Performance Electric Hybrid, but with the longest pure electric range of any hybrid car in the world, we consider it an electric car with support from an internal combustion eHybrid, but with the longest pure electric range of any hybrid car in the world, we consider it an electric car with support from an internal combustion ehybrid car in the world, we consider it an electric car with support from an internal combustion engine.

Toyota Certified, One Owner, Clean Car Fax, Well Maintained, Clearwater Blue Metallic, Navigtion, Standard Equipment MECHANICAL & PERFORMANCE Hybrid Synergy Drive, Enhanced AT - PZEV 1.8 L DOHC 16V VVT - i 4 - Cylinder Engine 4.4 kWh Li - Ion Battery, EV / ECO / PWR Modes 15 Alloy Wheels, P195 / 65R15 Tires Electric Power Steering (EPS) 4 - Whl Disc Brakes / Front Ind Suspension SAFETY & CONVENIENCE Star Safety System: VSC, TRAC, ABS, Elect Brake - Force Distribution, Brake Assist (BA) & Smart Stop Technology (SST) Dr & Fr Pass Advanced Airbag System Dr & Fr Pass Seat Mounted Side Airbags Side Curtain Airbags & Dr Knee Airbag Dr & Fr Passenger Active Headrests LATCH (Lwr Anchor & Tethers for CHildren) for Outboard Rear Seating Positions Only Eng Immob, Tire Press Mntr & Repair Sys EXTERIOR Rr Splr, Plug - in Badges / Blue Tnt Hdlghts Illum Charging Port w / Indicator Light Halogen Headlights w / Auto - Off, LED DRLs Heated Power Outside Mirrors Intermittent Rear Wiper INTERIOR Auto Climate Ctrl Sys w / Remote Climate Display Audio w / Navigation & Entune: 6.1 Touch - Screen w / Backup Cam, AM / FM / CD 6 Speakers, SXM Radio w / 90 - day Trial, HD Radio, Aux Jack, USB Port & Bluetooth Multi-Info Disp w / Battery & Trip Info Instant MPG, Touch Tracer Display Fabric - Trimmed Heated Front Sts w / 6 - Way Adj Driver's Seat & 4 - Way Adj Pass Seat 60/40 Split Fold - Down Rear Bench Seat w / Fold - Down Center Armrest Cruise Control Tilt / Telescopic Steering Whl w / Controls 3 Door Smart Key System Push Button Start w / Remote Illum.

TMC, believing that eco-cars only contribute to society through widespread use, said it will will continue to refine conventional engine fuel efficiency while placing hybrid technology as key to further improving the performance of eco-cars, reducing their cost and improving the overall TMC product lineup.

The BMW i8 Concept Roadster is a plug - in hybrid powered by an eDrive drivetrain combining a high - performance electric motor and petrol combustion engine.