These tweaks result in reducing
the drag coefficient from 0.33 to 0.32, the lowest in the compact SUV segment, according to Audi.
The streamlined design ensures the all - new Discovery is the most aerodynamic Discovery yet, with
a drag coefficient from 0.35 contributing to improved efficiency and NVH reductions.
These exterior tweaks reduced
the drag coefficient from 0.36 to 0.34.
Together, the new hexagonal grille, lower front air intakes and rear bumper are claimed to reduce the coupe's aerodynamic
drag coefficient from 0.33 to 0.32 Cd.
Improved aerodynamics are a result of the fresh styling and new proportions, bringing
the drag coefficient from 0.35 to 0.33 Cd, while passengers also benefit thanks to more legroom and headroom.
On the outside, the 2015 Subaru BRZ Series.Blue coupes benefit from new a STI body kit that comprises new front, side, and rear lips, which are said to reduce aerodynamic lift and lower the car's overall
drag coefficient from 0.28 to 0.27.
Not exact matches
When the aero deceleration aid stands tall, the
drag coefficient almost doubles,
from 0.39 to 0.68.
Rather, the car's 0.26
coefficient of aerodynamic
drag has resulted
from hours of work in the wind tunnel, as his designers negotiated with the designers over every millimeter of change
from the BMW i8 concept car that appeared in 2011.
Drag coefficient will fall
from 0.44 to 0.40 following a redesigned carbon fiber body.
The
coefficient of
drag is lowered to 0.29
from 0.33, Pevovar says.
Together with a slight improvement in
drag (its
coefficient drops one hundredth to 0.30; the Camry's is 0.28) and a slight reduction in weight — as much as 78 pounds, depending on trim — the new 2013 Altima posts big gains in EPA fuel economy: the city rating jumps
from 23 mpg to 27 mpg, and highway mileage goes
from 32 mpg to a top - of - the - class 38 mpg.
Aerodynamics are improved, with the
drag coefficient dropping
from 0.42 to 0.36.
The 2012 GT - R slips through the air with a
coefficient of
drag of just 0.26, down
from 0.27, with a claimed improvement in downforce of ten percent.
The Fighter had an uber - low
drag coefficient and a V - 10 engine
from a Viper.
The new 39 mpg rating is thanks to aerodynamic improvements that bring the car
from its previous 0.29
drag coefficient to a sleeker 0.26 — the same as the Nissan GT - R.
Helped by a 0.28
coefficient of
drag, the E400 Wagon speeds to 140 mph, not far
from the electronically limited top of 155 mph, yet the wind - rush over the front pillars remains unobtrusive.
Hindered by a ho - hum
drag coefficient of 0.37, the final 15 mph takes a while to materialize, and there's also a fair bit of hunting going on inside the transmission, which keeps the engine far
from its 6500 - rpm redline in sixth.
Underbody revisions include a new undertray to improve acoustic shielding and airflow, the
drag coefficient dropping
from Cd 0.31 to Cd 0.29.
The result was a
drag coefficient reduced
from 0.38 to 0.3.
As a result, fuel consumption has dropped by as much as 22 % in some models, and
coefficient of
drag is reduced
from 0.34 to 0.32.
Factor in a marginally more slippery shape (
drag coefficient drops
from 0.25 to 0.24) and the Prius» claimed combined fuel economy improves
from 4.7 to 4.5 L / 100 km.
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.
Knowledge gained
from the N24 race car programme has led to body revisions designed to improve downforce while not increasing the
drag coefficient of the car.
The 2017 Sportage is also more aerodynamic, with a
coefficient of
drag that's been reduced
from.37 cd to.35 cd.
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.
The tail's low
drag contributes to the Volt's
drag coefficient of 0.28 that helps eke every last mile
from the battery.
The B9's
drag coefficient value of 0.23 is class leading, and is derived
from a range of subtle measures, including the outer lines of the air inlets that integrate additional openings (they guide some of the airstream over the wheel well), wing mirrors positioned on the door sills (narrow stripes enhance aeroacoustics, amber light below it is a unique blind spot assist method), narrow trim on the rear windows and a largely smooth underbody.
As a result of the comprehensive aerodynamic measures, the new Toyota Auris»
coefficient of
drag has been reduced
from Cd 0.292 to just Cd 0.28.
Aerodynamic Form and Function Although the new PHEV boasts the same bold styling as the redesigned Optima, it offers distinctive design features and exterior elements that differentiate it
from the gas - powered models in the Optima range, while also achieving the segment's lowest
coefficient of
drag, tied with the Tesla Model S at 0.24 Cd.
Everything is fresh and forward thinking,
from the lightweight construction and the record
drag coefficient of 0.23, to the two large 12.3 - inch displays dominating the dashboard.
Aerodynamic Form and Function Although the new Hybrid boasts the same bold styling as the redesigned 2016 Optima, it offers distinctive design features and exterior elements that differentiate it
from the gas - powered models in the Optima range, while also achieving a
coefficient of
drag that is among the lowest in the segment at 0.24 Cd.
The Mercedes IAA actually grows in length at speeds above 50mph when extendable flaps emerge
from each end to help it achieve a world record
drag coefficient of 0.19.
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.
Other energy savers include a new hybrid heating system,
coefficient of
drag cut
from 0.29 to 0.28, and «Eco» drive mode which further reduces electrical draw.
Coefficient of
drag only suffered a little going
from 0.33 to 0.34.
Weighing just 1,800 kilograms and with a
drag coefficient of 0.30, the coupe will accelerate
from 0 — 100 km / h in less than seven seconds and reach a top speed of 245 km / h.
The 650S benefits
from the same slippery 0.36
drag coefficient as the previous McLaren MP4 - 12C, except that the 650S wrings 24 percent more downforce out of the same
coefficient of
drag at 150 MPH.
The shooting brake has worse fuel economy than the saloon due to the slight kerb weight increase and the
drag coefficient increasing
from Cd = 0.23 to Cd = 0.26.
AERODYNAMIC EXTERIOR Sonata Plug - in Hybrid uses the same functional design cues as the Sonata Hybrid to improve its
drag coefficient to an industry - leading 0.24 as well as provide visual cues to distinguish the hybrid models
from other Sonatas.
The Jetta Hybrid's exterior shape is the same as regular Jettas but it gets a few aerodynamic tweaks to reduce
coefficient of
drag to 0.28
from 0.30.
The only other car
from the Mercedes Benz stable to surpass such a figure is the E-Class Coupe which has a
drag coefficient of 0.24.
The primary motivation behind the Clarity's styling is functional in nature, with the body panels lowering the overall
drag coefficient and maximizing the miles possible
from each of the models» respective power sources.
Apart
from grabbing eyeballs, they also lend the body a
drag coefficient of 0.26.
With the new A-Class, Mercedes - Benz is opening up a new chapter in the premium compact segment: markedly emotive in design, with powerful engines ranging
from 90 kW to 155 kW, extremely efficient with emissions
from just 135 g of CO2 / km and a best - in - class
drag coefficient of 0.27.
Nissan says the updates account for a 10 percent
drag -
coefficient improvement
from 0.29 to 0.26, adding that NVH was cut with acoustic glass and more sound insulation.
HSD - specific design modifications have reduced the Toyota hybrid's
coefficient of
drag from Cd 0.290 to 0.283, effecting reductions in both fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
A new front chin spoiler directs air downward, helping the
coefficient of
drag to be reduced
from 0.34 to 0.33 — not that you'll notice on your trip to the supermarket.
In terms of downforce, the Huracán Spyder exceeds its Gallardo predecessor by 50 %, and with roof closed benefits
from a very low
drag coefficient with wind noise virtually eliminated.
With reworked aerodynamics, the
drag coefficient is improved
from 0.29 to 0.28.
Front driving lamps slide back to create openings for better air intake when the gasoline engine is being used and a sliding U-shaped deck - lid extends
from the rear of the vehicle at higher speeds for improved
coefficient of
drag.