Sunday, September 18, 2011

List of Most populer Hybrid Vehicals Available In sri lanka......

What is HYBRID vehicle ?
Hybrid Vehicles Are very popular in sri lanka these days.A hybrid vehicle is a vehicle that uses two or more distinct power sources to move the vehicle. The term most commonly refers to hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), which combine an internal combustion engine and one or more electric motors.

Toyota Prius
Toyota Prius is the most populer hybrid car in sri lanka

Available Models - 2007,2009,2010
price - Around 4 millons





Honda Insight
Available Models - second Generation 
Price - 3.8 millions








Honda Civic Hybrid.
 
Available Models - second Generation 
Price - 4.4 millions 






there are more hybrid vehicles available in sri lanka Complete list will be published soon.




2012 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications

Engine
Type:2.5L 5-cylinder; 2.0L TDI; 2.0L TSI
Engine & Transmission
Power bhp (kW) at RPM:170 hp; 140hp; 200 hp
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM:177lb-ft; 236lbs.-ft; 207 lbs.-ft
Exterior
Length168.4 in
Width72.1 in
Height58.5 in
Interior
AudioRCD 310 sound system with 8 speakers (includes dual tuner)
Navigation/EntertainmentRNS 315 featuring a 5-inch touchscreen,
SafetyVolkswagen’s advanced Intelligent Crash Response System w/ Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Driver & Front passenger airbags & Side Curtain Protection airbags (Front & Rear)
VisionBi-xenon headlights

Monday, September 12, 2011

2010 Toyota Prius: Overview

The 2010 Toyota Prius is redesigned with freshened styling, more power, higher EPA fuel-economy figures, and a host of newly standard and optional features. This gas/electric hybrid is a 5-passenger, 4-door hatchback that teams a 4-cylinder engine with a battery-powered electric motor and a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that behaves much like an automatic. Toyota's hybrid system allows Prius to run on one or both of its power sources to balance acceleration and fuel economy. No plug-in charging is required. Five models are available, called I, II, III, IV, and V. Note that the Prius I is available for fleet customers only. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain-side airbags, and front-side airbags. The V model has LED headlights, fog lights, and 17-inch alloy wheels vs the 15s on other models. Newly available features include an adjustable-height driver seat, heated front seats, telescopic steering column, and Toyota's Safety Connect assistance system.Also newly offered are some high-end features usually found only on vehicles sold by Toyota's Lexus division, including adaptive cruise control, Lane Keep Assist with lane-departure warning, and Intelligent Parking Assist that provides hands-free parallel parking. Other new options include a solar roof panel that can power a ventilating fan when the car is parked, and electric air conditioning that can be turned on for up to three minutes to cool down the interior before getting in.

                   Toyota Prius 2007 & 2010 both are Available in sri lanka Around 43-48 laks Toyota prius is thae most selling fybrid car in sri lanka

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Honda Civic Hybrid

The Honda Civic Hybrid is a hybrid powertrain version of the Honda Civic, first introduced in Japan near the end of 2001 It uses an Integrated Motor Assist hybrid system similar to Honda Insight. The Civic Hybrid is only available as sedan, even in Europe until 2012, where it is replaced by its hatchback version
                                 Honda Civic &  Honda Civic Hybrid both are available in sri lanka.Civic hybrid have  1.4-litre petrol engine mated to an electric motor which gives overall performance of 12.1 seconds to 60mph with economy of 61.4mpg. That’s slightly slower and less economical than the Prius.
Price in Sri lanka  around 4.4 million

The Honda Civic Hybrid 2012 Specifications
 
Engine Type In-Line 4-Cylinder


 
Horsepower @ rpm 110 @ 5500



3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions




Side Curtain Airbags

Security System with Remote Entry and Trunk Release




For Complete Specitications go to automobiles.honda.com





















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