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SKODA has begun testing electric traction
in everyday operation with a fleet of ten electrically powered Octavia
Green E Line. The Octavia Green E Line
is the Czech’s carmaker’s first purely electric vehicle. The
aim of the test is to gain practical experience with electric
propulsion.
“The Octavia Green E Line shows our
technological expertise in the field of electric mobility. It is a
milestone in our comprehensive sustainability strategy,” says ŠKODA CEO
Prof. Dr. h.c. Winfried Vahland, adding: “Our development work in this
field is in close cooperation with Volkswagen Group.”
Dr. Eckhard Scholz, board member in
charge of research and development, added: “ŠKODA and the entire
Volkswagen Group have a long-time aim, and that is sustainable mobility
based on renewable energy sources. There is no doubt electric propulsion
is becoming more and more important for mobility with as low emissions
as possible. Working as we are with our Group partners, we think we are
making very good progress.”
The Octavia Green E Line test fleet is
to provide important insights for advancing development of electric
power in automobiles with a view to making it suitable for mass
production. The Octavia Green E Line is based on the Octavia Combi. The
mass production model’s modular chassis is ideal for holding the
battery, electronic controllers and electric motor. The electric motor
puts out peak power of 85 kW. This being an electric motor, maximum
torque of 270 Nm is available immediately from the start. This agility
is ideal for inner-city driving. The Octavia Green E Line will
accelerate from 0 to 100 kph in just twelve seconds. Top speed is
135 kph.
A lithium-ion battery supplies the
Octavia Green E Line’s electricity. At 150 kilometres, the car’s range
is apt to satisfy the demands of most European commuters. The battery is
made of 180 individual cells each with a diameter of 55 mm and a length
of 233 mm. The battery will hold 26,5 kilowatt-hours in energy and
weighs about 315 kilograms. The battery block is mounted under the
middle and rear floor panel and in part in the boot. The car will seat
five.
ŠKODA’s activities in the field of
electric mobility are an important element of the manufacturer’s
comprehensive drive and fuel strategy. Mid-term, ŠKODA expects to see a
mix of different propulsion technologies. This will include further
optimising of highly efficient TDI and TSI engines and their
transmissions. “Improving fuel economy quickly will bring the greatest
benefit in the short term. We are working hard on further lowering fuel
consumption and CO2 emissions,” says Eckhard Scholz.
Economical engines and excellent
mileage rank ŠKODAs among the most efficient cars on the market even
today. The most recent example is the Citigo subcompact, which was
introduced in the Czech Republic at the end of 2011 and will be launched
in other European markets in early summer of 2012. In its most
economical Green tec variant, the Citigo achieves an average mileage of
4.2 l/100 km. CO2 emissions are 97 g/km. Overall, seven of
the brand’s models even manage average CO2 emissions of less
than 100 grams. A total of 63 models emit less than 130 grams of CO2
per kilometre.
Octavia Green E Line technical
features at a glance:
- Rated power output: 60 kW
- Maximum power: 85 kW over 60
seconds
- Torque: 270 Nm
- Maximum speed: 135 kph
- Acceleration 0-100 kph: 12 secs.
- Range: 150 km
- Battery: lithium-ion battery
- Battery weight: approx. 315 kg
- Battery capacity: 26,5 kWh
- Charging time:
o 8 hours at 230 V (single-phase AC)
o 2 hours at 400 V (three-phase AC)
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