While the BioPower Hybrid concept is a fully functioning automobile, it's going to be at least a few years before we see anything like it on the road. Insiders suggest that Saab's course to achieving production vehicles like this car will incorporate small baby steps, starting with things like SIDI direct injection and ethanol capability being added to the regular 9-3, and perhaps, even to the convertible model. Eventually, once parent company GM is ready to introduce full hybrid vehicles, which will take place later this year, ethanol and hybrid technologies will truly unite.
Specifications:
Specifications:
- Body Type: 2-door convertible
- Layout: front engine, AWD
- Gasoline Engine: 260-hp, 277 lb-ft of torque, 2.0L, 16-valve DOHC I-4 turbocharged, direct injection, E100
- Electric Motor (front): 6.7 hp, 89 lb-ft of torque, 5 kW DC Brushless
- Electric Motor (rear): 51 hp, 490 lb-ft of torque, 38 kW DC Brushless
- Transmission: 5-spd auto w/Sentronic
- Performance (0-60 mph): 6.8 seconds
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS, EBD, BA
- Seating Capacity: 4
- Cargo Volume (trunk): 11.6 cu ft
- Fuel Economy (combined): 30 mpg
- Web Site: www.saab.com
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