The “gasoline hybrid-electric” car series may launch in Vietnam in 2024

Besides pure electric vehicles, car hybrid continues to be promoted by manufacturers in the Vietnamese market. These models with combined gasoline-electric engines do not change usage habits regardless of the engine. infrastructure while still helping to save fuel compared to traditional internal combustion engine cars.

Below are some models that may be introduced in Vietnam this year and the common point is all belong to the high chassis line.

Toyota Corolla Cross 2024

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This model’s hybrid engine will likely be upgraded to improve performance and battery.

Mitsubishi Xpander HEV

Recently at Thailand Mitsubishi Xpander HEV was introduced with a price of 912,000 baht, equivalent to about 627 million VND. Compared to the pure gasoline version, this hybrid variant has no difference in appearance, only identified by the decorative blue stitching on the front/rear bumpers, alloy wheels and side skirts along with the HEV logo.

Hybrid powertrain of the Xpander HEV includes a 1.6L Mivec gasoline engine with a maximum capacity of 95 horsepower and maximum torque of 134Nm combined with an electric motor with 116 horsepower and 255Nm. The gearbox is an e-CVT stepless type with front-wheel drive system.

According to the manufacturer’s announcement, Mitsubishi fuel consumption 5 2 liters/100km.

In addition to the new features on the Mitsubishi Xpander HEV, disc brakes for 2 The new rear suspension system adds Active Yaw Control active cornering control system and 7 driving modes (Charge EV Normal Wet Gravel Tarmac and Mud).

The vehicle’s safety equipment is absent. What has changed compared to the pure gasoline version? Experts predict that the Mitsubishi Xpander HEV will not be cheap when it returns to Vietnam, easily reaching 750-800 million VND, which will affect the competitiveness of this model even though this car line is attracting customers in our country.< /p>

Haval Jolion

According to the dealer, Haval Jolion will be the next product of this Chinese car brand in Vietnam after the H6 model. HEV is expected to launch after Lunar New Year. This information has not been confirmed by the company and sales consultants have not yet opened deposits.

With a length of 4,472mm, Haval Jolion can be considered in the B+ crossover segment like the Toyota Corolla Cross. Some sales consultants say this model will cost about 700 million VND and will be available for sale in 2 versions: purely gasoline and hybrid, which can compete with B-SUV models such as Mitsubishi Xforce or Hyundai Creta.</p >

Jolion’s cabin has many similarities to the H6 HEV model currently on sale in Vietnam. Refer to the international market, the car has a 7-inch electronic clock behind the steering wheel, a 12-inch 3-inch entertainment screen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connection, a knob-shaped gearshift, a panoramic sunroof, and an integrated electronic handbrake. automatic braking…

About the ability to operate the purely gasoline version of Haval Jolion, it uses a 1.5L turbocharger for a maximum capacity of 147 horsepower and extreme torque. Maximum reach 220Nm. The hybrid variant has a powertrain consisting of a 1.5L turbocharged engine combined with an electric motor that produces 190 horsepower and 375Nm.

No matter which version, the car is equipped with a dual-clutch transmission. 7 speeds and front-wheel drive. The highlight of safety equipment is the ADAS active safety technology package.