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Article: GM's Advanced Hybrid System Versatile, Effective; Efficient Package Combines Performance, Excellent Fuel Economy.
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- January 6, 2003
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DETROIT -- DETROIT, Jan. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- General Motors' advanced hybrid system, set to debut in the Saturn VUE in late 2005, combines the power of a four- cylinder engine with the excellent torque and efficiency of twin electric motors.
Drivers can expect fuel economy gains of up to 50 percent, along with improved 0-60 mph and 50-70 mph performance, thanks to the hybrid-propulsion system and the most advanced components and control electronics. In addition, the system will carry a super low emissions vehicle (SULEV) rating.
The system, when linked with a GM 2.0L Ecotec dual-overhead cam engine, produces 125 horsepower from the gasoline motor and ...