In short: optimum aerodynamics for the race track and an equally
good drag coefficient for everywhere else.
In fact, notes MacCready, some American cars probably have
a better drag coefficient when driven backward.
A fixed - roof fastback coupe with a manually retractable soft sunroof would've done the same ultimate job, but with: less up - high weight, less complexity, less cost, more rigidity,
a better drag coefficient and more boot space.
The A4 has
the best drag coefficient in its class at 0.23, Audi said in a statement.
Boasting
the best drag coefficient in its class, the C - Class Cabriolet's silhouette features a striking front end with a diamond radiator grille, LED High Performance headlamps, a long bonnet and a high beltline.
The newborn baby of the C - Class family comes with vivid sensual design, taking dynamics to a whole new level, boasting
the best drag coefficient in its class (0,26).
Not exact matches
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.
But the Saab's
drag coefficient is likely
better than the more coupelike Volvo's.
Drag coefficient is rated at 0.275, which
betters the likes of the Volkswagen CC and its 0.284, for example.
Levante looks aerodynamic and possesses a
best - in - class
drag coefficient.
The
drag coefficient of 0.35 was 14 %
better than the prior Durango, contributing to quiet interior and fuel efficiency.
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.
The changes result in a
drag coefficient of 0.24,
better than any other hybrid and on par, believe it or not, with the slippery Tesla Model S electric supercar.
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.
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wells; there is a new flat underfloor; resulting in 3.4 % lower
coefficient of
drag.
The company says that while the GT - R's
drag coefficient is unchanged, down force is increased for
better high - speed stability.
Designed to offer the
best in performance, the E-Class Cabriolet offers a
drag coefficient as low as.29, making it aerodynamic and easy to drive through the wind.
In the Toyota wind tunnel in Japan, the vehicle's
drag coefficient was confirmed at 0.30, meaning that the car would operate
better aerodynamically than its non-TRD variants.
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.
Toyota applied a number of aerodynamic features to the Prius c to achieve a
good coefficient of
drag of 0.28.
The 2019 Ram 1500 that was announced during the Detroit auto show hit us with a goodie bag full of improvements: lighter overall weight (by 225 pounds) stronger frame, lower
coefficient of
drag,
better fuel economy, plus more payload and towing capacity.
These improvements create our
Best - in - Class aerodynamic
drag coefficient.
Its
drag coefficient of 0.27 is 10 %
better than the previous generation.
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.
Improved aerodynamics, with a 14 %
better coefficient of
drag than the previous generation, also contribute to the quietness.
The addition of Quattro all - wheel - drive decreases city, highway, and overall fuel economy by 1 or 2 mpg in each category, but thanks to a reduced overall weight and a lower
drag coefficient, the 2017 A4 gets
better average mileage all around than the outgoing model while also producing more power and torque.
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.
Despite all that, the Lancer ended up with a
drag coefficient (cD) of 0.37 —
better than that of the Sundance that was to follow, but not even in the same class as the later Neon.
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.
Callaway predicts a minor improvement of the overall
drag coefficient as
well as a significant boost in cargo space.
CX - 7's shape is aerodynamically efficient with
best - in - class performance for
coefficient of
drag.
In addition, the body's
coefficient of
drag has been reduced by 10 percent, so the styling is functional as
well.
The 2016 and newer Altima design yields a 0.26
coefficient of
drag, which is about as
good as it gets.
The IS convertible has a
best - in - class 0.29
drag coefficient (Cd).
The side profile is designed with a sense of sporty & coupe like silhouette with a
Best - in - Class
drag coefficient of 0.29.
The current Civic Type R has a
drag coefficient of 0.26, so this car should have some pretty
good aero despite the normalized look.
Inspired by the 2013 Monza concept car, the Sportback body is 74 mm shorter than the current VFII Commodore sedan, as
well as 36 mm narrower, 3 mm higher and has a slick 0.26 Cd
coefficient of
drag.
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.
Remarkably, despite its comparatively sober appearance, the new bodywork has an even
better 0.28
coefficient of
drag than its predecessor.
The new Auris is so
well balanced with its weight and and design that the
drag coefficient 0.28.
The slippery design leads to a minimal
drag coefficient of 0.25, «a new
best for the SUV segment.
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.
The new 1.4 turbo's performance, combined with a mass reduction of more than 110 kg and an aerodynamic
drag coefficient (Cd) of just 0.29, which GM says is
best - in - class, supports an estimated fuel consumption of just 5.9 L / 100 km on the highway.
It features a coupe - like silhouette with
drag coefficient of 0.25 — «a new
best for the SUV segment, where figures are usually considerably over 0.30», as Audi says.
Hyundai's design language is called «Fluidic Sculpture 2.0» and it makes for a
good - looking vehicle that boasts a low 0.27
coefficient of
drag.
Audi focused on reducing its aerodynamic
drag coefficient as
well by making certain modifications to the outer shell and on the wheels.
Its styling isn't just for show, either: Audi claims the Q7's aerodynamic figure translates to a 0.42
coefficient of
drag —
best in its class.
As far as performance is concerned, Mercedes says the CLA45 now boasts
better aerodynamics and a lower
coefficient of
drag than the outgoing model.