Executive/Luxury
Luxury hybrid automobiles are for those not willing to sacrifice comfort, style and sophistication in their automobile but who have a green conscience. There are currently few luxury hybrid automobiles to choose from but expect this list to grow rapidly. Hybrid automobiles are here to stay.
Mercedes S400 (to be released 2009)
Drivetrain: Mild hybrid (engine switches off, electric boost)
Engine: 3.5 lire V6 279 hp/205 kW (299 hp/220 kw combined)
Electric motor: 15 kW/20 hp
Fuel economy: 30 mpg (US), 36 mpg (UK), 7.9 l/100km
Battery: Lithium-ion, 0.7 kWh
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Lexus GS 450
Drivetrain: Parallel hybrid
Engine: 3.5 litre V6 339 hp/253 kW combined
Electric motor:
Fuel economy: 23 mpg (US), 28 mpg (UK), 10.2 l/100km
Battery: NiMh
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Lexus LS 600
Drivetrain: Parallel hybrid
Engine: 5.0 litre V8 438 hp
Electric motor:
Fuel economy: 21 mpg (US), 25 mpg (UK), 11.2 l/100km
Battery: NiMh
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