Sentences with phrase «in drag coefficient»

It was conceived after extensive testing in the wheel tunnel that resulted in a drag coefficient of only 0.30, an impressive figure for a hatchback.

Its rakish windshield and doors that wrap into the roof give it a 33 percent improvement in drag coefficient a measure of aerodynamic slickness over the 1987 version.

Aerodynamic updates result in a drag coefficient (Cd) of just 0.24, equal to the Tesla Model S.

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.

[39] Its more aerodynamic Kammback body balances length and wind resistance, resulting in a drag coefficient of Cd = 0.26.

Not exact matches

In addition, the Tesla Semi has a.36 drag coefficient, compared to the standard of.65 -.70.

In fact, notes MacCready, some American cars probably have a better drag coefficient when driven backward.

The drag coefficient is coded into the game's software to simulate air resistance, which greatly affects the pace at which an object rises and falls in the shape of a parabola.

Because the drag coefficient was incorrect in previous FIFA versions, the Magnus force was also miscalculated, and the ball wasn't spinning or curving accurately.

BMW claims the X3 is the most aerodynamically - efficient car in its class, with a drag coefficient of 0.29.

Our Popeye Edition Benz struggles to carve a straight line and maintain its composure over the metropolis» pockmarked tarmac, but upgraded steel brakes slow the spider - legged Benz with reassuring determination, aided by a worst - in - class drag coefficient.

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.

Given a new face, cladding, and rear spoiler in order to reduce the coefficient of drag by fourteen percent, the Fit EV looks quite different, as though it has driven through a clothesline.

Modified Chrysler Viper 8 - litre V10, two seats, gullwing doors, 0.28 drag coefficient, a claimed 210mph and 0 - 60mph in 4sec and, above all, supremely useable, sensible and comfortable.

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.

With a drag coefficient of just 0.27, Nissan's GT - R beats the 458 by 0.06 despite sitting 6.1 inches higher than the Ferrari's 47.8 in roof line.

The near - two tonne Chiron cuts a less aerodynamic figure with a coefficient of drag of 0.35 in Top Speed mode.

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.

Ferrari says the F12 Berlinetta boasts a 76 - percent increase in downforce, along with a surprisingly slippery drag coefficient of 0.299.

That said, the F12 is aerodynamically advanced, with both a low coefficient of drag (0.30) and as much downforce as you're likely to see in a road car (a claimed 271 lb at 124 mph.)

The concept's computed 0.22 coefficient of drag is now 0.26, the taillights are part of the air channel rather than being hung in the flux through that channel, and, of course, the once - transparent sides are properly opaque.

Factor in a calculated drag coefficient of 0.24, and you have a family car that's not only frugal but should also be quite quick.

Hinges are still exposed outside the sheetmetal and the windshield is raked back more steeply than in any previous Wrangler derivative, contributing to aerodynamic tweaks that cleaned up the coefficient of drag, though the windshield can easily be unlocked and folded forward onto the hood — or detached completely by removing just two bolts.

With a drag coefficient of just 0.22, the 530d is also the slipperiest model in the 5 Series range.

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.

It's designed primarily with aerodynamics in mind, though Honda won't supply a coefficient of drag figure - based mainly on the fact that different wind tunnels produce different results.

Tesla is claiming that it has a drag - coefficient of just 0.24, which makes it the most aerodynamic production SUV in the world.

3 in Wheelbase 115 in Track front / rear 66.5 / 66.3 in Approach angles (standard height / off - road height) 26.0 / 34.7 degrees Departure angles (standard height / off - road height) 24.6 / 29.6 degrees Ramp breakover angle (standard height / off - road height) 20.1 / 28.3 Wading depth 35.4 in Turning circle 12.3 ft Drag coefficient 0.35 Curb weight (V - 8 / Supercharged) 4850/5137 lb Cargo volume (under luggage cover / behind 2nd row / behind 1st row) 19.4 / 32.1 / 71.7 cu ft

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.

The shape is designed with a low drag coefficient and high downforce in mind, and sits neatly alongside the similarly profiled Nissan ZEOD RC that will compete at the 2014 Le Mans 24 hours.

Outside, the XE is instantly recognizable as a modern Jaguar, with multiple design cues that bring it in line with the bigger XF and XJ sedans, and elements that help aid airflow over the car and contribute to its low drag coefficient.

Usually measured in pounds, aerodynamic drag increases in proportion to an object's frontal area, drag coefficient and the square of its speed

[10] Designed by Volkswagen's own internal design team, the new car featured increased front and rear headroom, increased luggage space and a reduction in the coefficient of drag.

[13] Drag coefficient was lowered, despite growing in overall dimensions to the benefit of interior space.

Levante looks aerodynamic and possesses a best - in - class drag coefficient.

Designed in the Maserati studio at the FCA «Centro Stile» of Turin, the coupe - styled crossover with a drag coefficient of just 0.31 is based on an updated version of the rear - wheel drive platform which underpins the Maserati Ghibli and Maserati Quattroporte.

The MC12 is slower in acceleration (0 — 100 km / h or 0 — 62 mph in 3.8 s), has a lower top speed of 330 km / h (205 mph) due to engine tuning and less drag coefficient (due to sharper nose and smoother curves) than the Enzo Ferrari.

In short: optimum aerodynamics for the race track and an equally good drag coefficient for everywhere else.

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.

This results in a lower frontal drag coefficient, which ultimately leads to a more efficient drive.

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.

Mercedes says the car will have the lowest wind - noise levels in the midsize luxury class, adding it also has class - leading aerodynamics with a 0.24 coefficient of drag.

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).

The Kia Optima PHEV shares the powertrain of the Hyundai Sonata PHEV, and like its sibling, it has a 9.8 kWh battery pack that delivers an all - electric range of 27 mi (43 km), but the Optima plug - in hybrid has a lower drag coefficient, which at 0.24 Cd is on par with the all - electric Tesla Model S.

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.

With a 0.24 drag coefficient, all three Ioniqs share the lowest CD in the industry with the Prius, Tesla Model S and Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

It's the most aerodynamic pickup truck in its segment with grille shutters, air suspension and air dam as exclusive aerodynamic features and a.357 coefficient of drag.

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.

In 1984, the all - new Corvette with a drag coefficient of 0.34 that's 24 percent more aerodynamic than its predecessor, was launched.

[13] Aerodynamics and weight reduction play important role in fuel economy improvement: aero parts are placed under the engine bay, fuel tank, and the rear underbody to enhance airflow; front spoiler and strakes ahead of tires direct airflow around the wheel wells; there is a new flat underfloor; resulting in 3.4 % lower coefficient of drag.