Reducing fuel emission is definitely one of the priorities for most auto makers these days. Volkswagen knows about the current need of the driving public, which is the reason why it recently launched the Touareg BlueMotion Hybrid. From afar, the Touareg BlueMotion Hybrid looks like any other SUV. However, a closer look reveals that this vehicle is all about reducing CO2 and greenhouse emissions drastically.
Basically, Volkswagen designed it in order to have several modes of operation. When you choose electric, it behaves like an electric car. That’s because it can only go as fast as 30 mph, while virtually releasing zero emissions at all. Meanwhile, if you choose to use the coast mode, pressure on the throttle will be removed. Aside from that, disengagement can go as fast as 100 mph.
On the other hand, the Touareg BlueMotion Hybrid uses a 3.0-liter TSI V6 engine that Audi developed. It uses an injection system configuration that is strong enough to generate powers of up to 333 horsepower. In addition to that, it can go as fast as 5,500 RPM. If that’s not enough to impress you, the Touareg BlueMotion Hybrid boasts of a 51-horsepower E-motor that uses an 8-speed transmission. Moreover, it uses stop-start technology so that fuel consumption is regulated.
So how are you supposed to use this vehicle if you want to put the pedal to the metal? Volkswagen engineers have an answer for that because the Touareg BlueMotion Hybrid has its E- motor working side by side with its main engine. Despite of this auto being a hybrid, it can still accelerate from 0-100 kmh in just 6.2 seconds. Not yet a sport car but impressive nonetheless. It’s also built for some off-road trekking because its tow rate is measured at 7,700 lbs.
Basically, the Touareg BlueMotion Hybrid’s E-motor is the one that supplies energy to the vehicle’s entire electrical system. To keep you cool and comfy even if the outside temperature is scorching, it uses a topnotch air conditioning compressor to get the job done. In fact, you can still afford to cool the entire interior even if the V6 engine is turned off.
When it comes to the batteries, the Touareg BlueMotion Hybrid uses nickel-metal-hydride chemistry for best results. This type of battery composition is used in most hybrid cars these days. That’s because it’s safer, better, and more power efficient compared to other battery setups out there.
Basically, the Touareg BlueMotion Hybrid performs better than its V-8 counterpart. That’s because it offers 25 percent fuel efficiency, while having an MPG rating of 26.1.When it comes to emissions, it only releases less than 210 g/km, which is better than what most hybrid cars can do these days.
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