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Sport-utility vehicle
122 cu in
5
145 ft.lb @ 4200 rpm
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Four wheel drive
608 l
6, continuously variable transmission
Petrol / Electric
94.57 hp/ton
3450 lb
NCAP
30.95 US MPG
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122 cu in
148 hp
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annual
The XV Crosstrek Hybrid was unveiled at the 2013 New York Auto Show.
Despite being a hybrid, the new car will still be all-wheel drive and is basically the same as the standard car. The chassis and suspension had to be changed slightly to take the extra weight of the electric motors and the batteries.
Power comes from a 2.0-liter boxer engine with a 13.4hp electric motor and a CVT gearbox. The electric motor is powered by a 13.5kWh nickel-metal hydride battery located under the rear floor. All of the changes add 300lbs to the car, but it also gives it start/stop with braking regeneration.
When setting off, power comes from the electric motor and the gas engine is started once underway. The electric motor can also provide assistance under hard acceleration.
The battery does cut into the rear cargo area slightly and reduces it to 50.2 cubic feet from 51.9 cubic feet.
The hybrid gets a few extra features over the standard car li...
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