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[4EVRiders.org - Global Leader in Free Charging Locators and News for EV and Plug-In Drivers] The high-tech and futuristic-looking, all-electric i3 Concept is close to becoming a reality and is scheduled to enter production in 2013. The i8 Concept, scheduled for production in 2014, is a plug-in hybrid sportscar with dual power sources - the i3′s electric motor over the front axle paired with a high performance three-cylinder combustion engine producing 164 kW/220 horsepower at the rear.
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[Advanced Technology & Design Korea] Frankfurt Motor Show 2011: Turn your Attention to these Top 10 Cars!: The gasoline model, which is suitable for a city, Compact ”UP, has a 3-cylinder 1.0 liter engine with 75 horsepower (60 horsepower) installed, so it has the fuel-efficiency of 23.8km per liter according to the European standard. The diesel model with 1.2 liter can perform at 60 horsepower and has 23.25 km per liter of fuel efficiency.
[Carsfresh] SEAT Mii leaked | Carsfresh: ... 2011 | Europe , Leaks , Seat. A picture of the SEAT Mii has leaked on seatfanclub.com ahead of its launch next year. The picture shows a unique front fascia, a slender grille and distinctive headlights. The SEAT Mii will be equipped by a 1.0- liter 3-cylinder petrol engine with 60 hp and 75 hp, so the fuel consumption and CO2 emissions should be low. ... POPULAR POSTS. Hyundai developing 10-speed gearbox · Kia GT headed for production · BMW i3 & i8 concepts ...
[bloora] 2011 BMW i8 Sustainable Contemporary All Wheel Drive Vehicle With ...: Its innovative plug-in hybrid concept combines the modified electric drive system from the BMW i3 Concept - fitted over its front axle - with a high-performance three-cylinder combustion engine producing 164 kW/220 hp and 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) at the rear. Working in tandem, they allow the two drive systems to display their respective talents to the full, delivering the performance of a sports car but the fuel consumption of a small car.
[Mobile Phone Tech] BMW i3 and i8 Concepts: Vehicles that will Rock Your World ...: The EfficientDynamics garnered very positive feedback at the IAA 2009, and so BMW quickly decided to produce this vehicle after successful initial testing. The BMW i8 is considered to be the next stage in the evolution of the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics, and at present it has been the most innovative and most progressive sports car of this generation.
[carmodel2011blog.info] bmw i8 2011 | carmodel2011blog.info: The LifeDrive architecture of the BMW i8 Concept has been carefully adapted to enhance the vehicle’s sports car character, and therefore to deliver unbeatable performance and excellent driving dynamics. The motor in the front axle module and combustion engine at the rear are connected by an “energy tunnel”, which houses the high-voltage battery.
[Dream-car.tv] Dream-car.tv » Blog Archive » IAA 2011: BMW i3 & i8 Concepts: Overall, however, these features have a more sporting character and are geared much more clearly towards the driver. Indeed, a level of driver focus beyond that of any BMW Group vehicle before it allows the BMW i8 Concept to immerse the driver fully in the unique experience behind the wheel. Driver-relevant functions such as the gearshift lever, start-stop button and parking brake are arranged around the driver on the centre console and are graphically strongly geared towards the driving seat as well. The three-dimensional displays are extremely clear and flash up the relevant information for the driving situation at hand.
[MENKNOWCARS.COM - CAR NEWS] Volkswagen Shows Off A Variety Of Up! concepts ...: to go 80 miles on a single charge. With a start/stop system and brake regeneration, the 1-liter three-cylinder engine produces 67 horsepower and, when coupled with the BlueMotion start/stop system, achieves a combined fuel consumption figure of just 2.5kg/100km.
[TechRiot | News & Reviews] BMW i3 and i8 Concepts: Vehicles that will Rock Your World ...: This car is hailed as the most progressive sportscar which has a benchmark efficiency and eDrive feature. The EfficientDynamics garnered very positive feedback at the IAA 2009, and so BMW quickly decided to produce this vehicle after successful initial testing.
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