Chrysler 200C EV
The Chrysler 200C EV was a plug-in hybrid electric concept car built by the U.S. automaker Chrysler.
Overview
The vehicle was based on the shortened Chrysler LX platform.
The rear-wheel-drive sedan included gasoline engine rated 268 bhp (200 kW) and a 74 bhp (55 kW) electric motor with an electric only range of 40 miles (64 km) and a combined range of 400 miles (640 km). P245/45R20 front and rear tires. The car had a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration of approximately 7 seconds, with top speed of over 120 mph (190 km/h).
The interior incorporated uConnect features controlled via a panoramic multimedia touch screen. It included a "teen mode" which warned of erratic driving or going out of a specified range, and limited the maximum speed.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2009 North American International Auto Show.[1]
Design
The exterior design was led by Nick Malachowski. The interior was designed by Chrysler LLC's Advance Interior Design Studio, led by Ryan Patrick Joyce. The vehicle flooring was inspired by a Zen rock garden.
References
- ^ Ramsey, Jonathon (2009-01-11). "PRESS RELEASE, Chrysler 200C EV Concept: Contemporary design, Range-extended Electric Vehicle drive system and platform for future connectivity". Autoblog.com. Retrieved 2010-11-27.
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