The 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder hybrid powertrain delivers 191 horsepower when combined with the electric motor, and 155 lb.-ft. of torque mated to a continuously variable transmission driving the front wheels. It features an in-house-designed and manufactured electric traction motor, which is light and powerful. Along with its targeted EPA-estimated fuel economy of 40 mpg city and 500 miles of range on a single tank of gas.

Specifications

Configuration 2.5-liter FHEV (standard) Aluminum block and head, Atkinson cycle I-4
Manufacturing location Chihuahua, Mexico
Intake manifold Composite
Exhaust manifold Integrated
Valvetrain DOHC, IVCT
Pistons Aluminum
Connecting rods Powder forged
Bore and stroke 3.50 x 3.94 in.
Displacement 152 cu. in.
Compression ratio 13.0:1
Engine control system Powertrain control module
Crankshaft Forged steel
Horsepower* 162 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque* 155 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm
Total system horsepower* (Hybrid) 191 hp
Fuel delivery SMFI
Oil capacity 5.7 quarts
Coolant capacity 11.6 quarts (gas engine)/4.7 quarts (electric)

Hybrid System

Electric motor type Permanent magnet electric traction
Output 94 kW/173 lb.-ft. battery peak
Battery cooling system Liquid
Battery location Passenger side under cabin

 

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