Eco Factor: Jaguar shows off C-X75 Concept range extended electric supercar.
Jaguar has pulled the wraps off its C-X75 Concept just as the 2010 Paris Motor Show is about to begin. The concept celebrates 75 years of iconic Jaguar design and also gives a look into the future of automotive technology. The car has been designed as a range extended electric two-seater supercar that the company can vouch for in terms of performance and sustainability.
The most beautiful Jaguar’s propulsion system combines two small micro gas turbine engines providing 140 kW, which can run on LPG, diesel, biofuel or natural gas, plus four electric motors delivering 145 kW linked to a lithium ion battery pack to extend the range of the car to a remarkable 900km (560 miles). The car has zero tailpipe emissions range of 110km (68 miles) while running solely on battery power. By capitalizing on its plug-in charge capability the Jaguar C-X75 will produce just 28 grams of CO2 per kilometer on the EU test cycle. The car can make a dash from 0-100kph (62mph) in 3.4 seconds, and reach top speed of 330kph (205mph) and 80-145kph (50-90mph) in just 2.3 seconds. Also the lightweight aluminum construction uses more than 50 percent recycled metal content in its make.
Via: AutoBlogGreen
