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BMW’s Vision EfficientDynamics to enter production

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Eco Factor: Fuel-efficient vehicle to be powered by a hybrid engine.

BMW has finally announced that its Vision EfficientDynamics concept vehicle will enter production. Initially showcased at the IAA last year, the four-seater sportscar is being touted to combine the performance of a BMW M Car with the fuel economy and emissions bettering a small car.

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The vehicle is powered by the company’s ActiveHybrid technology, which includes a 3-cylinder turbo diesel engine coupled with a hybrid synchronous motor for the front axle and a full hybrid engine at the rear axle. Combined, the powertrains generate 328bhp of power, allowing the vehicle to hit a speed of 62mph in just 4.8 seconds.

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The vehicle’s lithium-polymer rechargeable battery pack offers an emission free ride of about 50km after which the diesel engine kicks in to add 650km of range on 24-liters of diesel. The fuel efficient car offers a mileage of 75.1mpg and a CO2 emission rating of 99 grams per kilometer. Recharging the battery pack takes just 2.5 hours using a conventional power socket. The company hasn’t revealed the exact launch date and the price of the vehicle.

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Via: Gizmag

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