The hybrid drivetrain makes extensive use of the battery technology that was developed for the Nissan Leaf.
Now,
the hybrid drivetrain makes it more efficient than ever.
Lexus also offers the ES 300h, equipped with
a hybrid drivetrain making 200 horsepower and averaging about 40 mpg.
Not exact matches
Phil
makes a good point; a
hybrid drivetrain (and the efficiency mindset that goes with it) doesn't really mesh with the heavy, impractical, inefficient - by - nature SUV, no matter how small.
The SQ8 is rumored to get a performance
hybrid drivetrain comprised of Audi's already - potent turbocharged 3.0 - liter V - 6 and an electric motor, a combination
making as much as 470 hp.
With its clever
hybrid drivetrain, the i8 is very nearly as accelerative as a Porsche 911 Carrera, but it can also cover close to 20 miles in electric only mode, which
makes it a unique offering at this price point.
Again, a list of incredible superlatives
made the rounds: a
hybrid drivetrain with an aggregate power output of 903 hp, a curb weight of 3303 pounds, a carbon - fiber monocoque, an adjustable suspension and active aerodynamics, 0 to 62 mph in 2.8 seconds, a governed top speed of 217 mph, average fuel consumption of 28 mpg, and production of only 375 units at $ 1.15 million each.
Set to
make its public debut at the Paris Motor Show in October, the first Mercedes - Benz dedicated plug - in
hybrid model uses a new parallel gasoline - electric
drivetrain that is claimed to net the big luxury sedan combined cycle consumption of 84 mpg (U.S.) on the European test cycle while providing it with a zero - emissions electric range of more than 20 miles.
However, as consumer acceptance of
hybrids continues to improve, Toyota might
make the leap to all plug - in
drivetrains for the Prius.
The BlueMotion also
makes use of the Jetta
Hybrid's DSG trans; allowing the wheels to be totally disconnected from the
drivetrain to reduce mechanical drag.
The new Passat is gorgeous to look at, but what
makes the eighth - gen vehicle a lot more special is that it is now available with a
hybrid drivetrain.
This
makes the car a very - mild
hybrid: Regenerative braking charges a large capacitor, which helps power the car's accessories, but not the
drivetrain, and adds 1 mpg to EPA ratings.
The Porsche 918 Spyder super sports car
made its public dynamic debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, in a demonstration run up the famous Hill that provided a fascinating insight to the performance potential of its innovative
hybrid drivetrain.
This model sets itself apart with available plug - in
hybrid drivetrain, Efficient, stylish, and practical Experience the difference the Cleburne Ford Family
makes!
Interesting features of this model are quiet, refined interior, ride and handling, available luxury features, available seating for up to nine, Towing and hauling ability, and fuel - saving
hybrid drivetrain available Experience the difference the Cleburne Ford Family
makes!
Two distinct, new
hybrid systems plus a separate full - electric
drivetrain should
make for an interesting product lineup.
The ActiveHybrid 5 is able to deliver substantial torque off of the line thanks to the design of its
hybrid drivetrain,
making it much quicker than one would expect from an electrically - assisted car.
Reviewer: Chip Drake Manufacturer: Nissan - Renault
Make: Infiniti Model: Q50S
Hybrid Type: 4 - door sedan Competitors: BMW 3 - Series; Mercedes - Benz C - Class; Lexus IS; Audi A4 Price: MSRP - $ 46,350; As Tested - $ 53,655 ($ 905 Destination Charges)
Made in: Tochigi, Japan
Drivetrain: 3.5 - liter HEV engine with 360 Horsepower EPA Ratings: 28city; 34highway; 30combined
The Vue
hybrid is less expensive to produce because, unlike
hybrids made by Ford and Toyota, the Vue's electric motor won't propel the vehicle by itself at low speeds, and it won't require expensive
drivetrain modifications.
Solid build quality, subtle looks, a
drivetrain that is easy to use, and plenty of space for a family's day to day needs
make the Ioniq
Hybrid a real contender, especially considering the Hyundai range starts at less than # 21,000.
The
hybrid SUV also features a thermal management system that
makes use of excess heat produced by the electric
drivetrain for the benefit of the passengers, if required.
It is hoped / believed a CR - V
Hybrid using a similar
drivetrain may
make its way from where it was just announced for China to North America, but meanwhile the Accord
Hybrid goes against the Camry
Hybrid, and others in its segment.
The RAV4
hybrid makes for Toyota's eighth
hybrid model, but interestingly, this isn't the first time Toyota has stuffed an alternative
drivetrain into its compact SUV.
Reviewer: Chip Drake Manufacturer: Toyota
Make: Toyota Model: Camry Type: 4 - door midsize sedan Competitors: Honda Accord; Mazda6; Hyundai Sonata; KIA Optima; Chevy Malibu Price: (4 - cyl) LE - $ 22,970; SE - $ 23,840; XLE & XSE - $ 26,150; (V6) XSE & XLE - $ 31,370; (
Hybrid) LE - $ 26,790; SE - $ 27,995; XLE - $ 29,980 (Delivery fee — $ 825)
Made in: Georgetown, Kentucky
Drivetrain: 2.5 - liter 4 - cylinder with 178 horsepower; 3.5 - liter 6 - cylinder with 268 horsepower EPA Ratings: (4 - cylinder) 25city, 35highway, 28combined; (6 - cylinder) 21city, 31highway, 25combined
I like the
hybrid electric motor set up, although I imagine if they
make this 80 % of them will be a turbo 4 of standard V6
drivetrain.
The Ford Fusion
Hybrid's mid-size sedan proportions
make it a viable family option, while its gasoline / electric
drivetrain give it an advantage in the efficiency department.
Acura had nothing to say about the Precision's
drivetrain, but given that the brand has
made it clear that it wants to focus on performance with upcoming models, the concept could use the the 3.5 - liter V - 6 engine and
hybrid system from the RLX Sport H
hybrid system from the RLX Sport
HybridHybrid.
Power comes from plug - in
hybrid drivetrain derived from the Q7 e-tron quattro launching this summer,
making the prologue Avant a prime candidate for actual production.
Of course, the
hybrid drivetrain would only
make sense in a production version, as the concept could have nothing under the hood.
We'll have to wait for pricing information in the rest of the world, but I wouldn't be surprised if they managed to reduce the price; a lot of the changes that were
made to the
hybrid synergy drive (HSD, what Toyota calls its
hybrid drivetrain technology) had for goal to
make it smaller, lighter, and less expensive.
Photo: schnaars, CC Hybridization Isn't Just for Private Vehicles Eaton
makes, among other things,
hybrid drivetrains for commercial trucks and buses.