The Chrysler EV is an all-electric minivan based on the design of the popular Chrysler Town and Country minivan. The Chrysler EV is said to drive 40 miles on a single electric charge with a top speed of over 100 miles per hour. Chrysler is releasing the Chrysler EV as part of a series of new Chrysler-developed electric vehicles which include electric models of the Jeep Wrangler and the Dodge Viper.Official Site: Chrysler EVPC Mag: Chrysler Provides Details on New Electric Cars (September 23, 2008)
Chrysler EV Battery System
- Type: Lithium-ion
- Energy: 22 kWh
- Peak power: 200 kW
- Voltage: 370 to 410
- Charging: Onboard charger, dual voltageOfficial Site: Chrysler EV
Competitors
- Chevrolet Volt
- Toyota Prius
- Toyota Camry Hybrid
- Saturn VUE hybrid
- Saturn Aura hybrid
References
Fast Facts
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Class
Minivan
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Category
Range-extended electric minivanOfficial Site: Chrysler EV
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Drivetrain
Electric propulsion, front wheel driveOfficial Site: Chrysler EV
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Passengers
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Electric range
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Power
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Torque
650 N m (480 lbs.-ft.)Official Site: Chrysler EV
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0-60
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Top speed
More than 100 miles per hourOfficial Site: Chrysler EV
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Energy recovery
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Engine
small gasoline engine extends range to 400 milesJD Power: 2011 Chrysler EV Preview
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Fact:
Based on the Chrysler Town and Country minivanJD Power: 2011 Chrysler EV Preview
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Produces half the emission of a standard gas-powered carJD Power: 2011 Chrysler EV Preview
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Expected in dealerships as early as late 2010JD Power: 2011 Chrysler EV Preview
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Release date planned to coincide with the release of the 2011 Chevrolet Volt
