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Kia is debuting its first all-electric plug-in Kia Venga EV Concept car - based on the just-arrived Venga - at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show.
The Kia Venga EV concept car is identical to the regular Venga B-§egmènt MPV but features an electric motor producing 80 kW and maximum torque of 280 Nm. Kia Venga EV is capable of accelerating from standstill to 62mph in 11.8 seconds, and reaching a top speed of 87 mph.
Kia Venga EV includes a twin-pack 24 kWh battery using innovative LiPoly (Lithium Ion Polymer) technology that offers numerous advantages over other battery types, and provides a driving range of 112 miles on a single charge.
Únder the quick recharging cycle (50 kW) the battery can be recharged to 80 percent of its capacity within 20 minutes. Únder the normal cycle (3.3 kW), 100 percent power is attained after eight hours.
Kia Venga EV Concept is a front-wheel drive vehicle wîth the electric powertrain placed within the existing engine bay. The battery pack is located under the boot floor.
As an all-electric, zero-emissions vehicle that is solely powered by electric energy stored inside its battery, Kia Venga EV will contribute to increased environmental protection.
Kia Venga EV Concept represents Kia Motors' continuing commitment to earth-positive R&D and marks an additional dimension in the company's development of eco-friendly vehicles.Source - Kia
The Kia Venga EV concept car is identical to the regular Venga B-§egmènt MPV but features an electric motor producing 80 kW and maximum torque of 280 Nm. Kia Venga EV is capable of accelerating from standstill to 62mph in 11.8 seconds, and reaching a top speed of 87 mph.
Kia Venga EV includes a twin-pack 24 kWh battery using innovative LiPoly (Lithium Ion Polymer) technology that offers numerous advantages over other battery types, and provides a driving range of 112 miles on a single charge.
Únder the quick recharging cycle (50 kW) the battery can be recharged to 80 percent of its capacity within 20 minutes. Únder the normal cycle (3.3 kW), 100 percent power is attained after eight hours.Kia Venga EV Concept is a front-wheel drive vehicle wîth the electric powertrain placed within the existing engine bay. The battery pack is located under the boot floor.
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| Engine : Power: 107 hp Torque: 206 ft-lbs | |
Kia Venga EV Concept represents Kia Motors' continuing commitment to earth-positive R&D and marks an additional dimension in the company's development of eco-friendly vehicles.Source - Kia
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