But that's not to say that the Fusion Hybrid isn't an economical, fun, high - quality vehicle that's possibly the best application
of a Hybrid powertrain yet.
The complete set
of hybrid powertrain components was designed to be very compact and highly efficient.
The total power output
of the hybrid powertrain is around 500 hp (373 kW).
Mazda finally entered the hybrid scene, providing the same size and convenience as the regular Tribute — but with the added environmental benefits
of a hybrid powertrain.
When Subaru will eventually have a new STI, it likely won't pack today's 2.5 - liter as the company has hinted it will adopt a smaller engine as part
of a hybrid powertrain.
The Hellcat's existence shows that manufacturers are still willing to go the big - power route without having to resort to any sort
of hybrid powertrain.
There was also the suggestion
of a hybrid powertrain, which would position it as more of a premium product.
Embodying all of the positive attributes of the standard model and delivering the exemplary fuel economy
of a hybrid powertrain as a flourish, made the XV Crosstrek Hybrid even more desirable.
The new unit — launched in October 2014 at the company's annual International Powertrain Conference — houses almost
all of the hybrid powertrain components within the transmission, minimizing energy losses and maximizing fuel economy.
Mix the reliability of a Honda with the fuel saving potential
of a hybrid powertrain and you have got a winner in the four - passenger family sedan category.
It marks the first application
of a hybrid powertrain in a GM passenger car.
Pop the hood and you'll find a repeat
of the hybrid powertrain introduced in 2010.
As such, the V90 can be front - wheel drive, rear - wheel drive, or all - wheel drive, depending on what section
of hybrid powertrain is being used at any one time.
The seamless power delivery
of the hybrid powertrain will be another plus for the RX 400h, because it will feel even smoother than conventionally - powered vehicles.
I was surprised and bothered by the electro / mechanical sounds emitting from the various parts
of the hybrid powertrain that I could hear at slower speeds.
Infiniti believes the new features, enhancements to its ride comfort and the availability
of a hybrid powertrain option will broaden the sports sedan's base of luxury shoppers when it goes on sale this summer.
The new unit houses almost
all of the hybrid powertrain components within the transmission, minimizing energy losses and maximizing fuel economy.
The Panamera Sport looks like it's got some sort
of hybrid powertrain, although we have no details yet from Porsche.
As for powertrains, it is suggested base V90 models will sport a four - cylinder engine, while range - topping models will see some sort
of hybrid powertrain.
The new CR - V also marks the introduction
of a hybrid powertrain, a first for a Honda SUV in Europe.
Speaking of which, the 2019 Audi RS7 — the one based on the new Audi A7 — is, according to Evo, rumored to offer 700 hp coming out
of a hybrid powertrain borrowed from its Porsche sibling, the Panamera Turbo S E-hybrid.
Infiniti is using the addition
of a hybrid powertrain to its three - row crossover to help propel a shift in vehicle naming strategy.
Speaking at the end of 2017, outgoing board member for sales and marketing, Dr Ian Robertson, said that he fully expects M to turn to some form
of hybrid powertrain for the next generation M - cars, starting with the BMW M5.
When braking, energy that is normally lost is recaptured by the Regenerative Braking System to charge the lithium - ion battery, which helps improve the efficiency
of the hybrid powertrain.
The 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid will be offered with unique 17 - inch wheels, and a version
of the hybrid powertrain used in the Lexus NX crossover.
A single electric motor deploys power at the front axle to supplement the 1.5 - litre petrol unit driving the rear; the combined output
of the hybrid powertrain is 357bhp.
What comes next, though, will likely incorporate some sort
of hybrid powertrain.
Crucially the added weight
of the hybrid powertrain does very little to the dynamics or the ride qualities of the car on which it is based, which means days of driving hundreds of miles won't be a problem.
The application
of hybrid powertrains and renewable fuels on diesel platforms will further reduce the vehicles» greenhouse gas emissions and could breathe still more life into what was a very hazy U.S. industry not long ago.
With the recent increase in popularity
of hybrid powertrains and electric cars, you would be forgiven for thinking that we are beginning to see the demise of the internal combustion engine (ICE).
The GT Concept unveiled in Geneva shows the potential
of hybrid powertrains: Beneath the hood sits a 4.0 - litre twin - turbo V8 paired with two powerful electric motors for a total output of 805 horsepower.
To address that, GM is developing a third full hybrid system targeted at those applications, said Larry Nitz, GM Executive Director
of Hybrid Powertrains, during an interview at SAE 2009 World Congress.
Following the world premiere of the V8 - powered LC 500, Lexus is introducing the new LC 500h, featuring the first Multi Stage Hybrid System, the next - generation
of hybrid powertrains specifically designed for performance vehicles.
Toyota has been the leader
of the hybrid powertrains world for nearly two decades now, offering the most efficient hybrid vehicles on the market.
The reworked model will also be offered with a number
of hybrid powertrains in both mild and plug - in guises.
The crossover will likely have some sort of hybrid / PHEV powertrain as well, considering how vocal Ford has been about the importance
of hybrid powertrains as the company improves its «Fitness.»
The Italian automaker is now fully invested in the world
of hybrid powertrains as company CEO Sergio Marchionne confirmed that a Ferrari V - 8 hybrid is coming in 2019.
Toyota is expanding the production
of its hybrid powertrains to the US.
An extremely active researcher, Emadi has made significant contributions toward the development
of hybrid powertrains, power converters, hybrid energy storage systems and powertrain adaptive controls.
Not exact matches
The monocoque itself remains the same but Porsche claims «60 to 70 %»
of the car is brand new, including two aerodynamic packages and changes to the
hybrid powertrain (to name just a few).
Audi has decided to run into the 4 megajoules class
of hybrid output for its 2015 race season, which means the revised R18
powertrain will need to use 2.5 percent less diesel per lap.
We wouldn't be surprised if Acura eventually stuffs the
hybrid powertrain into its TL sedan and MDX sport utility — both would directly compete against
hybrid versions
of Lexus» GS and RX, respectively.
In a first for Lincoln, both the twin - turbo engine and the plug - in
hybrid will be in the same package — undoubtedly a pricey and complex decision, but one that could position Lincoln near the front
of the pack in terms
of advanced
powertrain luxury three - row SUVs.
Our spy photographers have previously caught plug - in
hybrid versions
of the 5 Series and X5 testing, and AUTOMOBILE European bureau chief Georg Kacher reports the next BMW X3 will also offer a plug - in
hybrid powertrain.
The P1 GTR is powered by a version
of the brand's 3.8 - liter twin - turbo V - 8 with 986 horsepower in conjunction with a
hybrid powertrain.
Though exact numbers aren't out yet, Volvo has at least confirmed its new T8 twin - engine plug - in
hybrid powertrain will be available — it develops 395bhp in the XC90 with a 0 - 60 time
of 5.6 seconds and a combined fuel economy figure
of 112.9 mpg.
The Rapide S race car is fitted with a
hybrid powertrain, developed by technical partners Alset Global, which successfully completed a zero - emission lap
of the Nordschleife running on pure hydrogen.
The four - cylinder Infiniti Q50 will eventually slot in above this compact Q30 but below both
of the 2014 Infiniti Q50's existing
powertrains in the U.S., which include a 328 - hp, 3.7 - liter V - 6 and a 3.5 - liter V - 6
hybrid with a combined power output
of 360 hp.
The supercharged
hybrid powertrain produces 333 horsepower and 325 pound - feet
of torque from the gasoline engine, and 47 horsepower and 221 pound - feet
of torque from electric motor.
Now, admittedly, these are not ideal conditions under which to test a
hybrid of any kind — highway speeds and freezing temperatures are the two biggest enemies
of any electrified
powertrain, so I wasn't expecting to achieve the EPA - advertised numbers for the Ioniq — and I didn't.