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The Porsche hybrid delivers fuel economy and power. The Cayenne S Hybrid is a SUV that boasts a six-cylinder 374-horsepower engine. The drivetrain is fully parallel. The vehicle can operate using electric-only, gasoline-only or a combination of gasoline and electric power. The combustion engine engages when you drive over 36 mph. It can also operate solely on electric only at speeds over 86 mph or when the car is cruising.
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High Speed Hybrid Porsche?
Porsche's offering in hybrid cars has kept true to its sporty specifications. The Cayenne S Hybrid claims to be able to run 1.2 miles, using only electric power. While that does not sound impressive, it can obtain speeds of up to 86 miles per hour on electric power. Using the combination of gas and electrical power the Cayenne can go from 0-62 m.p.h. in 6.8 seconds. Improved gas mileage and high performance is making the Cayenne S a powerful competitor in the hybrid car market.
Where was the first hybrid car made?
Since most people think of a hybrid car as one having both electric and gasoline power, the best answer to the question would be:Germany 1898: The German Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, at age 23, built his first car, the Lohner Electric Chaise. It was the world's first front-wheel-drive. Porsche's second car was a hybrid, using an internal combustion engine to spin a generator that provided power to electric motors located in the wheel hubs. On battery alone, the car could travel nearly 40 miles.
Hybrid cars get better gas mileage than cars with standard engines.?
Sometimes Hybrid cars combine an internal combustion engine with a battery system to improve efficiency. In many cars, this translates into improved fuel economy, but some hybrids use those savings for added power. If you're shopping for a hybrid, check the fuel economy rating!
Hybrid cars get better gas mileage than cars with standard engines?
Sometimes Hybrid cars combine an internal combustion engine with a battery system to improve efficiency. In many cars, this translates into improved fuel economy, but some hybrids use those savings for added power. If you're shopping for a hybrid, check the fuel economy rating!
What Chevy hybrids are infamous for having high horsepower?
Generally speaking, hybrid cars are not noted for having high horsepower. Economy is their marketing strength. The Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid, for example, is described as having sufficient power.
Cayenne S Porsches Hybrid Power House?
Normally a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 engine running at 333 horsepower, is not what people imagine under the hood of a hybrid car. Leave it to the Cayenne S Porsche Hybrid to team it with two 38-kilowatt electric motors. The electric motors put out 221 lb per foot of torque. Over two-thirds as much power as the engine. This combination of gas and electric power provide a significant gas mileage boost to this 5,000 pound sports SUV.
What is a hybrid power plant?
a fungi
Why is it called hybrid?
It is called hybrid because it uses 2 different power sources.
Do hybrid cars run on the sun?
Hybrid cars do not run on the power of the sun. Hybrid cars use a battery and gas to run.
4x4 Hybrid Fuel Economy?
Hybrid fuel economy is made much better by many different factors besides its engine combination of gas and electric. When 4x4 driving is needed, the hybrid vehicle proportionally outperforms a standard vehicle in every aspect. Hybrids add regenerative braking, which is where the electric engine is used more during coasting. Hybrids also have electric motor drive in which the electric engine serves as extra power during accelerations or uphill driving.
How many homes are powered by hybrid cars?
None. Hybrid cars do not have the ability to power homes.
Where does a hybrid vehicle get its power?
An Engine and a battery
