Stand over there, Grand Corleos! Serial-parallel hybrid Torres comes out in the 30 million won range
Feb 21, 2025
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Torres' hybrid (HEV) technology revealed by KGM is a 'dual tech hybrid system' and is a next-generation hybrid system equipped with a serial-parallel dual motor.
The 'dual tech hybrid system' is a full hybrid developed by KGM in cooperation with BYD, a global eco-friendly vehicle leader, and has greatly improved actual fuel efficiency by maximizing the characteristics of electric vehicles and the efficiency and strength of internal combustion engines, the company explained.
In addition, the efficiency-dual motor hybrid transmission (e-DHT) applied to the 'Torres Hybrid' is a hybrid-only dual motor transmission developed by KGM by applying the P1-type and P3-type driving systems . It can implement various driving modes such as △EV mode △ HEV mode (serial parallel) △ engine driving mode.
In addition, e-DHT maximizes efficiency as well as weight reduction by minimizing the number of components and integrating motors, controllers, and transmissions, and controls to optimize fuel efficiency and output according to driver requirements to provide a variety of driving environments.
In particular, it can drive up to 94% in EV mode when driving in the city, implementing a quietness and driving environment similar to that of electric vehicles.
The sale price and exact detailed specifications of the Tores Hybrid will be released at the time of release in March, but it will be priced at around 30 million won, the most economical and cost-effective of semi-medium and mid-sized SUVs, considering the intensifying competition in the market.
With this, KGM has a full lineup of powertrains that can be selected according to the needs of customers, such as their lifestyles, in addition to Torres' gasoline model, bi-fuel, and electric vehicle.
The Tores Hybrid is a model that actively reflects customer needs such as economic fuel efficiency and SUV practicality, and it will also be a reasonable choice for consumers by expanding customer choices through various optional products, a KGM official said. "We plan to reorganize the company's product line-up to focus on eco-friendly cars, starting with the launch of the Tores Hybrid and expanding the launch of electric vehicles."
Editor Kim Tae-jin, tj.kim@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
