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Old 03-31-2018, 03:33 PM   #8 (permalink)
bwilson4web
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The design of the i3 is more interesting to look at, but sometimes I think that 650cc parallel-twin used in its genset is quite overkill.
It is hard for me to call just the engine because it is paired with a generator, the engine load. Regardless, the engine-generator are able to maintain 70 mph (112 kph) without loss of battery SOC. Faster, the battery drains. Slower, the gas MPG goes up.

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