The Z5 will share its platform with the upcoming Toyota sports car (possibly dubbed Supra), although the two will not share any sheetmetal and the Japanese version may offer an all - wheel -
drive hybrid platform using its electric motor technologies alongside BMW combustion engines.
Not exact matches
Reports from earlier this year suggest that the new Supra will likely be based on the same
platform as the next BMW Z4, with power coming from either a BMW - sourced turbocharged engine or a
hybrid drivetrain, possibly with front - wheel electric motors which could endow the rear - wheel -
drive sports car with all - wheel
drive.
VW says the Atlas Cross Sport is designed for both the PHEV powertrain and a «mild
hybrid» version, though its modular transverse matrix, or MQB
platform, «can be built with all manner of
drive systems.»
More importantly, there's a whole new structure beneath the skin, the first example of Toyota's new modular
platform, and together with an improved
hybrid powertrain, the overall result is a
driving experience that makes you think of a modern automobile, not a transportation pod.
WHEN 2012 FORETELLING THE FUTURE Beyond introducing an updated
hybrid powertrain, the New York debut of the LF - Gh previews the styling direction for the Lexus brand and carries a new rear - wheel -
drive platform eventually destined for the IS as well.
Officials admit that the Pacifica's
platform has provisions for AWD, whether
driven by a propshaft or electrically from a
hybrid system, but won't confirm any plans for such additions.
Based on the Citroen DS5's
platform, the DS SUV will be four - wheel
drive and is set to use a petrol - electric plug - in
hybrid drivetrain, Citroen's first following the diesel -
hybrid DS5 sold in Europe.
Source: Hyundai Press Release is on Page 2 All - New Hyundai IONIQ line - up electrifies Geneva Motor Show World's first vehicle
platform with three electrified powertrains offers low - to zero - emission mobility accessible to everyone Innovative IONIQ delivers uncompromised
driving experience and design Unveiling of the IONIQ line - up at the Geneva Motor Show is available live stream: media, enthusiasts and fans worldwide can be part of the experience February 24, 2016 - At the Geneva Motor Show 2016, Hyundai Motor is introducing the All - New Hyundai IONIQ line - up consisting of: IONIQ
Hybrid, IONIQ Electric and IONIQ Plug - in.
Based on an all - new front - wheel
drive platform, the CT 200h will slot in as Lexus» only
hybrid - only
platform in Europe, where the HS 250h is not currently sold.
We don't know any details on the next - generation Prius
hybrid powertrain, but Green Car Reports says the next Prius will use Toyota's new global modular
platform and possibly have all - wheel
drive as an option.
Another unparalleled feature for a large sedan worldwide is an all - new multi
drive platform, which is suited for electric
drives with fuel cells (enabling ranges of almost 600 kilometers) as well as the use of Plug - in
Hybrids that can
drive for up to 30 kilometers solely on electricity.
The new Prius v, with «v» expressing the vehicle's versatility, shares the current generation Prius»
platform and
Hybrid Synergy
Drive technology, including the NiMH battery pack.
All new from the ground up, the new Accord is built on a new
platform with a lower, wider stance, a lighter and more rigid unibody structure; a lighter and more sophisticated chassis; three advanced new power units, including Accord's first turbocharged engines, a new 10 - speed automatic transmission and the third - generation of Honda's Intelligent Multi-Mode
Drive (iMMD) two - motor
hybrid technology.
Automotive News reports that this new sedan will utilize the Alpha rear - wheel
drive platform 2018 sees a compact crossover that will sit under the SRX 2020 brings out the S - Class challenger There is also talk of a crossover that will sit between the SRX and Escalade, along with introducing new powertrains options such as plug - in
hybrids, diesels, and electrics.
In adapting the
Hybrid Synergy
Drive to the smaller Prius c
platform, each of the system's major components were re-designed to reduce weight, scale, and improve efficiency.
We only know that it's based on a rear - wheel -
drive platform which allows for a long wheelbase and that it features a twin - turbocharged engine paired to the brand's first plug - in
hybrid technology making it «mightier than many supercars on the road today.»
Lincoln's three - row Aviator crossover, which sits on a new rear - wheel -
drive platform and is available in gasoline or plug - in
hybrid form, returns at a key time for the brand.
This new
platform will accommodate
hybrid electric drivetrains and 4MATIC ® All - Wheel
Drive.
As we reported, the Car & Driver story claimed that this new Subaru prototype performance
hybrid system was somewhat based on the next - generation all - wheel -
drive system that is being rolled out as part of its all - new Subaru Global
Platform, which is electrification - ready.
Experience
driving perfection in the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica
Hybrid It features a front - wheel -
drive platform, an automatic transmission, and a refined 6 cylinder engine.
Integrated into a mid-size sedan
platform, the plug - in
hybrid is designed to be compatible with daily
driving habits, allowing for short, frequent trips in all - electric mode, while providing long - distance
driving capability when needed.
Demand is growing strongly for AWD models based on front - wheel
drive platforms — and automakers see that AWD makes
hybrids and plug - ins a much more attractive proposition for consumers.»
Other Features Use of the next - generation TNGA
platform expected The unit to run on a 2.0 - liter class engine +
hybrid system Front - wheel -
drive, four - wheel -
drive system to be used Main Specifications Name Length (mm) Width (mm) Height (mm) Wheelbase (mm) Seating (occupants) Tj CRUISER 4,300 1,775 1,620 2,750 4 View full article
This is the coming way to provide all - wheel -
drive on
hybrids built off a front -
drive platform, including the sporty Acura RLX.
Other Features Use of the next - generation TNGA
platform expected The unit to run on a 2.0 - liter class engine +
hybrid system Front - wheel -
drive, four - wheel -
drive system to be used Main Specifications Name Length (mm) Width (mm) Height (mm) Wheelbase (mm) Seating (occupants) Tj CRUISER 4,300 1,775 1,620 2,750 4
The new Aviator is built on a rear - wheel -
drive platform and under the hood there's a twin - turbocharged engine can be paired with a plug - in
hybrid system.
You can expect a lot from the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica
Hybrid It features a front - wheel -
drive platform, an automatic transmission, and a refined 6 cylinder engine.
The SGP
platform will also incorporate the firm's trademark symmetrical all - wheel
drive, introduce plug - in
hybrid powertrains and enable engineers to incorporate new safety technology like emergency autonomous braking and even Subaru's semi-autonomous self -
driving aids.
As parsimonious with fuel as the Prius Prime may be, it
drives with the same verve as the standard new - generation Prius
hybrid, one result of the new high - strength
platform and double - wishbone independent rear suspension.
Climb inside the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica
Hybrid It features a front - wheel -
drive platform, an automatic transmission, and a refined 6 cylinder engine.
Based on a variation of the same
platform that underpins the Toyota Camry and Avalon, the ES is available in front - wheel
drive only, with a 3.5 - liter V6 or
hybrid four - cylinder drivetrain.
Both share the same
platform and are powered by an all - wheel -
drive Hybrid Synergy Drive system that on the generous Japanese test cycle nets as high as 44
drive Hybrid Synergy
Drive system that on the generous Japanese test cycle nets as high as 44
Drive system that on the generous Japanese test cycle nets as high as 44 mpg.
The Mexican - built Ford Fusion
Hybrid married the Mazda 6's front - wheel - drive platform with hybrid technology licensed from Toyota, along with Ford's own tooling and styling
Hybrid married the Mazda 6's front - wheel -
drive platform with
hybrid technology licensed from Toyota, along with Ford's own tooling and styling
hybrid technology licensed from Toyota, along with Ford's own tooling and styling edict.
Introducing the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica
Hybrid It features a front - wheel -
drive platform, an automatic transmission, and a refined 6 cylinder engine.
Like with all the other Prius models in the line - up, the c Concept will share the current generation Prius»
platform and
Hybrid Synergy
Drive technology.
- All - New Robust Design and Unparalleled
Driving Experience - 2.5 L Inline - 4 and Toyota
Hybrid System Powertrains Offering More Power and MPG - TNGA K
Platform with Multi-Link Rear Suspension - Standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 (TSS 2.0)- Debut of All - New Sporty
Hybrid Grade, XSE
Hybrid - Standard Entune 3.0 with Wi - Fi Connect powered by Verizon, Amazon Alexa, and Apple CarPlay Compatibility - True Off - Road Capabilities with Available Multi-Terrain Select and an Available Toyota - First, Dynamic Torque Vectoring All - Wheel
Drive with Rear Driveline Disconnect
«This new
hybrid system eliminates the need for having complex bicycle chains or mechanical
driving mechanism, making it suitable for being applied to various
platforms, including four - wheeled vehicles.»