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The '''Renault Eolab''' is a [[concept car]] [[plug-in hybrid]] designed by the French car manufacturer [[Renault]]. It was unveiled to the press in September 2014, prior to its formal unveiling at the [[Paris Motor Show]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Renault Eolab concept (2014) – a Clio for 2020|url=http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/News/Search-Results/First-Official-Pictures/Renault-Eolab-concept-2014--the-Clio-you-could-be-driving-in-2020/|website=Car Magazine|accessdate=21 September 2014|date=16 September 2014}}</ref> |
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The [[supermini]] sized Eolab hybrid demonstrates nearly 100 production-destined technological innovations, which will appear on future models by 2020. It is powered by a 1.0-litre, three-cylinder petrol engine producing {{convert|76|PS|kW bhp|0|abbr=on}}, paired with a {{convert|54|PS|kW bhp|0|abbr=on}} ‘axial flux discoid’ electric motor located in the clutch casing. All power is delivered to the front wheels via a three-speed gearbox. A small 6.7kWh [[lithium ion]] battery pack is attached to the system, providing 40 miles on electric power alone. |
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The Eolab features two driving modes: weekday, which emphasises low emissions, and an alternative ‘weekend’ mode uses both power units together to greater performance and range. The resulting {{co2}} emissions are a low at 22 g/km.<ref>{{cite web|title=Renault to show 282mpg Eolab concept car at Paris motor show|url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/paris-motor-show/renault-show-282mpg-eolab-concept-car-paris-motor-show|website=Autocar|accessdate=21 September 2014|date=16 September 2014}}</ref> |
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To keep the car's [[Curb weight|kerb weight]] down to {{convert|995|kg|lb|abbr=on}} ({{convert|400|kg|lb|abbr=on}} less than the equivalent production [[Renault Clio|Clio]]), the body is constructed from a combination of steel, aluminium and composites, with the roof entirely of magnesium. The car also incorporates three ride-height levels which lowers the car and reduced drag, working in conjunction with [[active aero]] on the wheel trims (on narrow 145 mm tyres) and spoilers reduce the [[Automobile drag coefficient|drag coefficient]] to 0.235 {{cd}}.<ref>{{cite web|title=Renault EOLAB 282mpg supermini revealed|url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/renault/88588/renault-eolab-282mpg-supermini-revealed#ixzz3DyL9B2IY|website=Auto Express|accessdate=21 September 2014|date=16 September 2014}}</ref> |
To keep the car's [[Curb weight|kerb weight]] down to {{convert|995|kg|lb|abbr=on}} ({{convert|400|kg|lb|abbr=on}} less than the equivalent production [[Renault Clio|Clio]]), the body is constructed from a combination of steel, aluminium and composites, with the roof entirely of magnesium. The car also incorporates three ride-height levels which lowers the car and reduced drag, working in conjunction with [[active aero]] on the wheel trims (on narrow 145 mm tyres) and spoilers reduce the [[Automobile drag coefficient|drag coefficient]] to 0.235 {{cd}}.<ref>{{cite web|title=Renault EOLAB 282mpg supermini revealed|url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/renault/88588/renault-eolab-282mpg-supermini-revealed#ixzz3DyL9B2IY|website=Auto Express|accessdate=21 September 2014|date=16 September 2014}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 20:36, 6 November 2014
The Renault Eolab is a concept car plug-in hybrid designed by the French car manufacturer Renault. It was unveiled to the press in September 2014, prior to its formal unveiling at the Paris Motor Show.[1]
The supermini sized Eolab hybrid demonstrates nearly 100 production-destined technological innovations, which will appear on future models by 2020. It is powered by a 1.0-litre, three-cylinder petrol engine producing 76 PS (56 kW; 75 bhp), paired with a 54 PS (40 kW; 53 bhp) ‘axial flux discoid’ electric motor located in the clutch casing. All power is delivered to the front wheels via a three-speed gearbox. A small 6.7kWh lithium ion battery pack is attached to the system, providing 40 miles on electric power alone.
The Eolab features two driving modes: weekday, which emphasises low emissions, and an alternative ‘weekend’ mode uses both power units together to greater performance and range. The resulting CO2 emissions are a low at 22 g/km.[2]
To keep the car's kerb weight down to 995 kg (2,194 lb) (400 kg (880 lb) less than the equivalent production Clio), the body is constructed from a combination of steel, aluminium and composites, with the roof entirely of magnesium. The car also incorporates three ride-height levels which lowers the car and reduced drag, working in conjunction with active aero on the wheel trims (on narrow 145 mm tyres) and spoilers reduce the drag coefficient to 0.235 Cd.[3]
See also
References
- ^ "Renault Eolab concept (2014) – a Clio for 2020". Car Magazine. 16 September 2014. Retrieved 21 September 2014.
- ^ "Renault to show 282mpg Eolab concept car at Paris motor show". Autocar. 16 September 2014. Retrieved 21 September 2014.
- ^ "Renault EOLAB 282mpg supermini revealed". Auto Express. 16 September 2014. Retrieved 21 September 2014.
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