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Originally Posted by Number21
Would I be correct that a setup like this would offer worse mileage on the highway than the same size engine directly connected to the wheels through a transmission? I'm going to be moving way out into the country soon and I need a vehicle that can get me to town on minimum fuel.
I found this plugin hybrid powertrain setup from Via, they claim 100mpg on a little bit lighter vehicle, but that's with a gas engine!
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I'm thinking my best option might be a combination of a smaller engine, BAS, and front wheel electric drive. The advantage of having 4WD would be nice. Anybody know how much my extra kidney is worth?  |
Not sure. The Accord hybrid is rated 50 city / 45 highway, and has ~200hp / 225ft lbs to the wheels.
Running serial might be better if you don't pulse and glide under normal driving conditions, because that's basically what the engine does while cruising at a constant speed (or should do). Direct drive P&G at a given engine size would almost certainly be more efficient.