Chrysler 200C Concept makes its debut in Detroit
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The recently unveiled Chrysler 200C EV concept is intended to underscore the future designs including powertrain technology of its premium sedans.
The enhancements continue into the interior where the vehicle will come with “techno leaf,” which is a multimedia screen for both driver and front passenger.
The 200C EV is decidedly an eco-friendly package with rear-wheel drive powered by a plug-in hybrid powertrain which comes with a 268hp (200kW) electric motor on lithium-ion batteries as the main power source. A secondary power source is a compact internal combustion engine which activates to charge the batteries when it senses that power is about to be used up. This system enables the car to reach 40 miles on an all-battery power with zero emissions and in excess of 400 miles when the gasoline engine is utilized. It comes with an acceleration rate of 0-60mph in 7 seconds, can finish the quarter mile in the mid-14 seconds, and attains a top speed of more than 120mph. Even though the concept car’s powertrain have been utilized in other vehicles which are also being showcased on the Detroit Auto Show, the 200C EV concept is an advance demonstration of the new design language of Chrysler.
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