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Hyundai ecomods an Ioniq hybrid for SEMA 2017: builder claims 80 mpg



They're calling it the "HyperEconiq Ioniq". Okaaaay...

Mods cover a lot of bases including aero (obviously) including ride height, weight reduction, instrumentation, lubrication, exhaust.

Full list of mods (from their press release):
  • Bisimoto pulse-chamber exhaust system for enhanced volumetric efficiency
  • Racepak OBD-monitoring electronics with interactive OBD cluster
  • Bespoke eco low-friction PurOl Elite Synthetic Oil (0W20)
  • Low-rolling resistance, high-silica tires
  • ARP wheel studs
  • Buddy Club aluminum brake calipers
  • Recaro Pole Position racing seats
  • Carbon Revolution 19" x 5.0" CR-9 one-piece carbon-fiber wheels
    • First one-piece OEM application
  • Bisimoto Dream Aero kit (front splitter, TA wing, side splitters, rear wheel covers)
  • Progress Performance coilover suspension
    • Minimized ground clearance
    • Optimized alignment settings
  • Enhanced e-generators
  • NGK spark plugs
  • Optimized inertial supercharging during valvetrain overlap
  • Combined fuel economy well over 80 mpg (83 Bisimoto-tests)
  • Concept initial render by Matko Graphics
Quote:
Hyundai has combined expertise with Bisimoto Engineering to create the "HyperEconiq Ioniq" concept for the 2017 SEMA show. This innovative concept integrates the best hypermiling, economy and friction technologies to amplify the outstanding Ioniq platform beyond original equipment manufacturer limitations for outstanding efficiency gains and excellent drivability.
Full press release:

https://www.hyundainews.com/en-us/releases/2415

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It's not the first time the company has ecomodded the car:



Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid sets new Land Speed Record

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