In order to keep pace with global trends, the South Korean company Hyundai also introduced a hybrid model in its product range which will hit the market this year. Sonata Hybrid made its debut exhibition in New York, which opened to visitors on April 2. Sedan will face in direct confrontation with hybrid Ford Fusion, Lexus HS 250h, Nissan Altima and Toyota Camry. The hybrid car is equipped with 2.4-liter gasoline engine with a power 169k.s. and a maximum torque of 211Nm. and with an electric motor supplying additional 40 h.p. Gearbox did a six-speed automatic. Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is weighing just 1290 kg. Which contributes to low average fuel consumption of 6.4l/100km mileage. The car can move in and fully electric mode, if the speed does not exceed 100 km/h. Compared with the standard Sonata, hybrid boasts improved aerodynamics achieved by replacing certain components, new wheels and tires with low rolling resistance.
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Over the past few years almost no major motor show runs for which South Korean company Kia can not prepare an impressive futuristic concept. On the ongoing showroom in Chicago, Kia demonstrates its ambition to create vehicles with mileage exceeding the maximum and minimum environmental impact, through conceptual coupe Ray. As already mentioned, when Koreans issued a teaser of Ray, the car is a work of American design center of the company as its base is used sedan Forte. Kia Ray is equipped with hybrid technology consisting of a 1.4 GDI engine (153 h.p.), electric (105 h.p.) and a set of lithium-ion batteries. Powered by internal combustion engine is transmitted to the front wheels through the CVT continuously variable transmission, and this unit from the wall – to the rear landing gear. Conceptual compartment may use as each engine individually and both together. By Kia quick to boast that the vehicle traveling over 80 km electric objectives 1 and about 200 kilometers. in combination, without having to recharge. The most striking throughout the car, however, is its average fuel consumption of 1.2l/100km run.
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Motor Trend American edition came out with information that the next generation Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution will use a hybrid powertrain technology. According to the publication, Lancer Evolution XI will have a small electric motor, which will replace the turbine, combined with the expected output of internal combustion engine and electric is 350 h.p. From Motor Trend also argue that the hybrid system will be similar to the concept Mitsubishi PX-MiEV, debuted at the recent exhibition in Tokyo, but the 1.6-liter petrol engine will be replaced by an improved version of our familiar 2.0-liter this Lancer Evolution. An interesting feature of this hybrid technology is that it works only when the internal combustion engine, it drives the front wheels, and when they include electrical, he in turn transmit power to the rear. Thus, in extreme situations, the driver can rely on the mode 4×4. Sources from Mitsubishi said the car will be a measured distance in pure electric mode, and despite the removal of the turbine, the dynamics of the car will be maintained and even improved.
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Honda used the ongoing exhibition in Detroit to present his long-awaited sporting hybrid CR-Z, whose sales will start yet this summer. The car does not differ radically from his latest concept, which saw a showroom in Tokyo in November. CR-Z uses a hybrid drive system with a combined capacity of 122k.s. and a maximum torque of 173Nm. It consists of a petrol 1.5 i-VTEC engine and 10-kW electric, hybrid module as IMA (Integrated Motor Assist) is our own development of Honda. The function of the electrical unit is to support the rapid acceleration in gasoline and the need for more power. Two-seater coupe can move into regimes Sport, Normal and Econ, which switch the driver. The standard gearbox for Honda CR-Z is a six-speed manual, but the option will be available CVT transmission in which gears are changed by levers on the steering wheel. Since Honda has not yet revealed what the dynamic performance and fuel economy of the CR-Z. The car has an automatic start / stop system and the safety of driver and passenger care multiple security systems, including anti-lock on the brakes, electronic brake distribution and electronic stabilization. During the official presentation in Detroit, Honda revealed by the price of the CR-Z in the USA will be in the range 20 000 – 23 000 U.S. dollars, as that of other hybrid model of the company, Insight.
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After a showroom in Tokyo in October was presented hydrogen Suzuki SX4 FCV, now the Japanese company has prepared a hybrid version of the model, which made a debut exhibition in New Delhi. This time the car is the work of the Indian division of the company, Maruti Suzuki, as has been developed with the support of local government programs and are likely to enter mass production by 2015. SX4 Hybrid is based on the sedan version of the model, but have made some changes to the bodywork, as the most significant is another cover, which is a transparent panel to see the internal combustion engine. Hybrid vehicle system consists of 1.2-liter petrol engine, 50-kilovatov electric motor and a set of lithium-ion batteries, and is combined with semi-automatic transmission, transmitting drive to the rear wheels. Revealed by Suzuki, SX4 Hybrid that can run and full of electricity.
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The concept of hybrid hatchback Subaru, which the company revealed details and photos a few weeks ago, was officially presented to journalists on the 41st Tokyo Motor Show. Subaru Hybrid Tourer is equipped with a hybrid drive system, which is the first in the world with boxer engine (2.0-liter). In addition thereto, it also includes two electric motors and a set of lithium-ion batteries. One power unit is a 10-kW located in front of the car, as its function is to generate energy to support systems of the car. The other is a 20kW power and is used to drive the rear landing gear at low speeds, sudden acceleration, climbing the dark slopes and harsh weather conditions. Hybrid Tourer concept of Subaru is equipped with technology for regenerating energy from the brakes, start / stop system, the CVT continuously variable transmission. Drive is transmitted to all four wheels, and opening up doors to further reinforce the extravagant appearance of the car.
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They look like very large model Outlander Concept PX-MiEV Mitsubishi is standing on the exhibition in Tokyo. Currently by the Japanese company did not mention anything about her serial model, but revealed that the combined fuel consumption is around 2l/100km. The car uses a hybrid drive system consisting of a 1.6-liter gasoline engine, two electric motors and a set of lithium-ion batteries that can be fueled by household contact stations or specialized unit with an internal combustion engine. According to data from the company’s car traveling 50 kilometers. only the energy stored in batteries. An interesting fact in Mitsubishi PX-MiEV is that standard operating both electric and petrol engine are included in the need for rapid acceleration, development of high speed and leaped on steep slopes.
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Subaru spread of some pictures and information about their new concept car Hybrid Tourer. It will be presented at the exhibition in Tokyo, which will be held this month. The car is driven a total of 3 engine – an internal combustion engine and two electric motors. The internal combustion engine is a 2-liter four-cylinder, type “Boxer” and is equipped with a turbo. Situated across. The model is equipped with a continuously variable gearbox Lineartronis. Under the hood of the car is located an electric motor. He has a power 10 kW and is used primarily as a generator that charges the battery. Its activity is combined with that of the motor, mounted at the rear of the car and used at lower speeds. Set is a modern lithium-ion batteries used also STELLA electric car of Subaru, which began sales this summer in Japan. Bodywork of the car features enough space for passengers and ensure the necessary comfort. Using multiple glass in formulating the design of the car creates a feeling of riding more contact with the outside world. Part of the dashboard can be adjusted in height. The seats are upholstered in high-quality leather and fitted with ventilation function.
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The forthcoming Frankfurt Motor Show, Toyota will present the conceptual Auris HSD Full Hybrid, whose base will be built serial model, which will appear in the second half of 2010th. In comparison with the standard Auris, the hybrid has received some minor styling changes that led to the improvement of its aerodynamic performance. These are new bumpers, modified grille, larger rear spoiler and added rear diffuser. Auris HSD Full Hybrid is also equipped with new shock absorbers, lowered the car by 20 millimeters. the path and 18-inch alloy wheels, clad with low resistance tires, a roof of a car is a solar panel, supplying electricity to some of the systems in the vehicle. According to Toyota, Auris HSD Full Hybrid is a turning point in the company’s plan to equip its main European models with hybrid technology. The production car will take place in the British factory in Barnastan. Since Toyota has not disclosed what the hybrid system of the car, but is expected to be identical with that of model Prius. This means 1.8-liter gasoline engine combined with electric motor and nickel-package metal-hybrid batteries, the total power of the car is 134 h.p.
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The Japanese concern Toyota has announced that several days ago has sold its 2-million hybrid car, in this piece are of course includes the models of Lexus, with this type of propulsion systems. Toyota is a pioneer in the field of hybrid vehicles, the company released first-generation Prius model still in 1997th. Although the automaker bring more hybrid models, Toyota remains the leader in this segment and sales and continues to grow dramatically. The most popular hybrid model, Toyota has Prius, whose last generation has truly hit the market. By placing the first copy in the 1997th until it is sold over 1.42 million units. The following popular models are Toyota Camry Hybrid and Lexus RX450h, whose sales were 170 000 and 150 000.
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