CLASS L - "Green" Cars
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Fisker Quantum HybridThe joint venture announced in September between Quantum Technologies (QTWW) and Fisker Coachbuild, LLC will feature beautifully designed premium automobiles with cutting-edge plug-in hybrid technology known as Quantum Hybrid. The first car will be showcased at the January 2008 Detroit Auto Show. |
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BMW Hydrogen 7The BMW Hydrogen 7 features a dual-mode twelve-cylinder combustion power unit able to run on both hydrogen and conventional gasoline. Maximum output is 191 kW/260 hp, accelerating BMW's Hydrogen Saloon to 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds. whereas the top speed is limited electronically to 230 km/h or 143 mph combined with an overall cruising range of approximately 700 kilometres or 435 miles. |
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Citroen C2 Stop & StartWhen coming to a halt-due to a traffic jam or at a junction-the C2 engine is automatically switched off to help save both fuel and reduce CO2 emissions.Result:an impressive 50.4 mpg on the standard combined cycle. |
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Mercedes-Benz E 320 BLUETECEquipped with a 3.0L 24-valve V-6 diesel engine and providing 210 hp 3.800 rpm and whooping 540Nm between 1,600 - 2,400 rpm,this car has a combined consumption of just 6.7 l/ 100 km providing a range of around 1200 km without having to refuel. |
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Toyota Camry HybridWith a 187 hp (140 kW) engine and equipped with a 40-horsepower electric motor and continuously variable (CVT) automatic transmission,the Camry hybrid has fuel economy ratings of 43 mpg city/37 mpg highway. |
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Volkswagen Polo BlueMotionThe figures are impressive:engine output is 59 kW / 80 hp with an average consumption of 3.9 liter diesel, 176 km/h maximum speed and 12.8 seconds for the 0-100-km/h acceleration! |
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Fiat Panda HydrogenUnlike other Fuel Cell prototype cars introduced, the Panda Hydrogen incorporates a full power system, i.e. it lacks a drive battery for the accumulation of electrical energy.The Fuel Cell engine on the Panda Hydrogen is able to deliver 60 kW allowing the car to reach a top speed of more than 130 km/h, with an acceleration from 0 to 50 km/h in 5 seconds. |
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Lexus GS 450hWorking in combination (V6 petrol engine plus electric motor powered by a battery pack in the boot) ,the actual total output from the two powerplants is 335bhp, which is enough to propel the GS 450h to 62mph in 5.9s and on to an electronically limited top speed of 155mph.Astonishing: Carbon Dioxide emissions of 186g/km |
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Saab 9-5 BioPower E85 Ethanol flex fuelOn the road, the 180-hp Saab 9-5 BioPower E85 delivers sportier performance due to a significant 30-hp boost in maximum power and 280 Nm torque in comparison to its gasoline-powered equivalent.The 0-100 km/h acceleration can be accomplished in 8.5 seconds, compared to 9.8 seconds when running on petrol only. |
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Toyota Estima HybridThe Toyota Estima full-size MPV (equivalent to the European market Toyota Previa) is equipped with Toyota’s latest hybrid system, THS II, and E-Four (electric four-wheel-drive).This concept uses an exhaust heat recovery system to help further reduce carbon dioxide and other harmful emissions. |
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Subaru R1eThe R1e runs solely on the power provided by its lithium-ion battery, which is estimated to last ten to fifteen years and can achieve a 90 percent charge in five minutes. |
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Ford Focus Fuel CellThe Ford Focus FCV uses a fuel cell powertrain supplied by the world leader in proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell technology. The FCV is hybridized with the addition of a nickel metal–hydride battery pack and a brake-by-wire electro-hydraulic series regenerative braking system. |
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Mercury Mariner HybridStylish, upscale sport-utility vehicle with nimble handling and impressive performance, as well as ample cargo and towing capacity. The engine incorporates an Atkinson cycle to slightly delay intake valve closing for improved efficiency/fuel economy, helping the Mariner Hybrid to achieve the coveted Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (AT-PZEV) certification. |
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Saturn Vue GreenLineWith 170 hp @ 6600 rpm and a torque of 220 Nm @ 4400 rpm ,the unique electric motor/generator mated to a 2.4L VVT four-cylinder engine Vue Green Line delivers an estimated 20-percent improvement in fuel economy, depending on driving conditions. |
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Saab BioPower 100Running on E100, the engine delivers peak power of 300 hp at 5,800 rpm and an exceptionally strong 400 Nm of torque between 3,000 and 5,100 rpm, with almost 85% available at just 2,000 rpm. The Saab BioPower 100 storms from 0 to 100 kph in just 6.6 secs and needs only 8.2 secs for 80 - 120 kph in fifth gear. |