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Wednesday, January 13, 2010
China's BYD Auto Displays E6 All-Electric Crossover at Detroit Show, Says U.S. Sales Start this Year
Posted by wedos at 5:35 AM
In its third consecutive appearance at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Chinese car manufacturer BYD Auto exhibited the all-electric E6 crossover that is planned to go on sale in the United States later this year - or so the company claims.
The E6 measures 4,554mm (179.3 inches ) long, 1,882mm (71.7 inches) wide and 1,630mm (64.2 inches) tall, and can seat up to five-passengers.
It is powered by an electric motor that produces 75kW or 101HP and 450Nm or 332 lb-ft of torque, and drives the front wheels.
BYD Auto says that the E6's FE battery pack offers a driving range of around 330km or 205 miles and can be recharged via any household outlet.
According to the company, the crossover is capable of accelerating from zero to 100km/h (62mph) in less than 14 seconds and has a top speed of 140km/h or 87mph.
BYD Auto e6 Specifications
Length - 4554mm (179.3in )
Width - 1822mm (71.7in )
Height - 1630mm (64.2in )
Wheelbase - 2830mm (111.4in )
Track - 1556mm/1558mm (61in/61in )
Curb weight - 2295kg (5060lbs)
Capacity - 5 seats
Gradeability - ≥30%
Maximum speed - 140km/h (87mph )
0-60mph - Less than 14 seconds
Front motor power/torque - 75kw/450Nm (101hp/332lb-ft)
Rear motor power/torque - N/A
Combined power/torque - N/A
Type - Permanent-magnet type synchronous motor
Power management system - Intelligent central management system
Power outlet - DC380/100A
Range(Cruising mode) - 330km (205 miles )
Actual EV range might vary due to different driving behaviors.
All parameters are for reference only and maybe vary during commercial launch.
