The drag coefficient for the Elantra Coupe is an exceptionally low 0.28 Cd, resulting in minimal cabin noise intrusion and optimal fuel economy.
Close work between the Design and Aerodynamics teams not only achieved a low
drag coefficient for a vehicle of this class of 0.29 Cd, it also inspired a technological edge to the Concept's styling.
Audi claims a remarkably low 0.26
drag coefficient for the A6, which helps the car slide through the air efficiently.
In short: optimum aerodynamics for the race track and an equally good
drag coefficient for everywhere else.
Not exact matches
With an active spoiler that automatically adjusts
for maximum efficiency, Model X has the lowest
drag coefficient of any SUV.
The incorrect
drag coefficient also affected the ball's spin, which had major implications
for its lateral trajectory and speed.
They're also developing an aerodynamic mirror set
for a sleeker
drag coefficient.
Manufacturers often quote their cars»
drag performance using a metric called the
drag coefficient, or Cd
for short.
This aerodynamic feature means that the overall
drag coefficient of the new 5 Series can be as low as 0.26 (0.26
for rear drive, 0.27
for xDrive models).
And although the exterior may be lacking in gotta - have - it character, it deserves credit
for achieving a claimed 0.24
coefficient of
drag — better than a Toyota Prius or a Chevrolet Volt — without those cars» gawky styling.
A Porsche Cayenne,
for example, has a
drag coefficient of 0.36.
Modern wind - tunnel tests have recorded a
drag coefficient as low as 0.296
for a 1950 356 coupe.
No additional body upgrades were required to achieve the improved fuel economy — the 2015 Hyundai Sonata was already optimized
for aerodynamics with a low 0.27
drag coefficient.
One of the big claims
for this new model is the class - leading 0.23
drag coefficient.
A front splitter, rear spoiler, and underbody panels increase downforce
for high - speed stability, while contributing to the hot hatch's
drag coefficient of 0.35.
Drag coefficient is rated at 0.275, which betters the likes of the Volkswagen CC and its 0.284,
for example.
Together with the underbody aerodynamic panel, this wing allows
for optimal aerodynamic performance, helping this car achieve a
drag coefficient of just 0.27.
For starters, Bentley has lowered the roof line of the car and this claim that the
drag coefficient has also reduced to 0.29 Cd.
Exterior trim and different wheel packages offer customization options
for A6 owners, while all A6 models benefit from Audi's signature grille, bright LED headlight accents, and the low 0.26
drag coefficient, helping the car slide through the air efficiently.
Toyota has claimed that it has a
drag coefficient of Cd = 0.24, better than the 0.25 claimed
for the third - generation model, and the same as the American Tesla Model S. [82] A tow hitch option is available in the UK
for up to 725 kg (1,600 lb).
Corvette Racing's influence could be seen in the C6 Corvette design, which featured flush headlights
for better aerodynamics; a single, large grille opening
for the engine air intake, radiator, and brake cooling; a lower
coefficient of
drag; and low 3,179 pound curb weight.
It gets the new grille, a new character line down the side, a front spoiler and some aerodynamic touches good
for a
coefficient of
drag of just 0.29.
A futuristic teardrop body design and enclosed rear wheels, as well as so - called e-mirrors using rear - facing cameras in place of conventional mirrors and a flat underbody, have netted an exceptional 0.19
coefficient - of -
drag rating — a record
for a road - legal production car.
It also helps that the Discovery's frontal area is reduced and the aerodynamic
drag coefficient is just 0.33, which is impressively low
for a full - size SUV.
The company says that while the GT - R's
drag coefficient is unchanged, down force is increased
for better high - speed stability.
For fans of numbers, it has a
drag coefficient value of just 0.26, making it more slippery than the new Bugatti Chiron.
The handsome Q3 also leads its class in aerodynamics, with a
drag coefficient of just 0.32 Cd — a remarkable figure
for an SUV.
A lower
drag coefficient, a new V - 6 with direct injection, an updated Around View monitor system — all showing the Pathfinder has grown up to become a quasi-luxury crossover ready
for the masses.
All of these changes were not just
for the looks but also to improve on the aerodynamics of the car, thanks to them the
coefficient drag has dropped to 0.24 that is 0.3 lower than the gasoline model and matching the Tesla Model S.
Its ground breaking design puts the CLA near Chicago, IL at the top spot
for the production car with the lowest
drag coefficient while providing four - door functionality.
By focusing on the shape of the body, underfloor, wheelhouse liner and shape of the wheels, the designers of the new Prius were able to reduce the
coefficient of
drag (Cd) value to 0.25, compared to 0.26
for the previous model.
And although it is quite a looker, aero was another major consideration
for the development team, which worked to reduce
coefficient of
drag in the name of less wind noise, better engine efficiency, and more downforce.
The body sits 20 mm lower, active shutters in the grille reduce turbulence at speed and the hybrid's new look hides elements that help lower the
coefficient of
drag from an already impressive 0.25 CD to 0.24 CD — you'd be hard pressed to find a more slippery production car
for sale.
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Drag coefficient is quoted at Cd = 0.38
for the sedan and Cd = 0.36
for the liftback.
The new Forester body boasts an impressive
drag coefficient of 0.35, compared with 0.39
for the»02 model.
Its 0.25
coefficient of
drag is among the lowest
for current production sedans.
The fresh sheetmetal also helps the 3 achieve best - in - class
coefficient of
drag of 0.275 on the five - door and 0.255
for the sedan when outfitted with the active grille shutter and i - Eloop brake energy regeneration system.
In addition, two minivans were subjected to coastdowns to examine the similarity in derived
coefficients for two duplicate vehicles of the same model.The FE penalty associated with the rooftop cargo box mounted on the compact sedan was as high as 25 - 27 % at higher speeds, where the aerodynamic
drag is most pronounced.
The Sonata Hybrid was an all - new model
for 2016, with a new grille and a sharper profile, as well as active air shutters up front and aerodynamic bumpers and wheels; the result is a
drag coefficient of just 0.24.
Thanks to the cab - forward design (which also contributes to a
drag coefficient of just 0.29) and compact EV powertrain, the I - Pace is said to offer interior space comparable to large SUVs, with room
for five adult passengers and their luggage.
A low
drag coefficient means larger range per charge
for any vehicle.
Differing front - end designs see the
coefficient of
drag figures vary between each Macan model; 0.36
for the Macan S and 0.37
for the Macan Turbo.
The body's unusual shape (dropping snout, flat and abrupt rear end) yielded an extremely low
coefficient of
drag for the time period of Cd = 0.29.
The styling has been heavily tweaked
for both aerodynamic and visual reasons, now boasting a 0.28
drag coefficient and claimed by Mercedes - Benz to be significantly quieter at highway speeds because of it.
A unitized structure that mixes high - strength steel and lightweight aluminum makes
for an extremely rigid platform that allows the base Audi Q3 model to weigh in at just over 3,300 pounds, while stylish but purposefully contoured bodywork coupled with wind - cheating underbody fairings yields a
coefficient of
drag of just 0.32.
The body features a lowered
coefficient of
drag of 0.26
for 2012 (verses 0.27
for 2011), again achieving high front and rear downforce, providing stability and handling performance in a wide range of driving conditions.
CX - 7's shape is aerodynamically efficient with best - in - class performance
for coefficient of
drag.
The
coefficient of
drag is 0.30
for the 370Z and Touring models and 0.29
for the Sport and Sport Tech grades.
For the 2017 model year, the 5 Series entered its seventh generation, bringing a new design inside and out, a mild weight decreases thanks to CFRP technology derived from that of the 7 Series, a
drag coefficient of just 0.22 Cd, a new 10.25 - inch iDrive display, and an updated HUD that covers 70 percent more «space» than that of the outgoing model.
The electrified RAV mimics other contemporary Toyotas, featuring a
coefficient of
drag (Cd) of 0.30 — impressive
for a SUV - like contour and a notable improvement over the standard RAV4's 0.34 Cd.