Buyers can also specify an external power supply function that can be used to charge electronic devices and appliances during emergencies. Increased sound insulation on the bonnet and under the engine cover and dashboard also muffle the sound of the engine when it is being used.Īn exclusive honeycomb grille and e-Smart badges on the front fenders and tailgate differentiate the hybrid from other models. In addition, the Rocky comes with a “Smart Pedal” feature that enables one-pedal driving, with normal and eco modes varying the throttle response. All this enables the Rocky e-Smart Hybrid to hit a fuel efficiency figure of 28 km per litre (3.6 litres per 100 km) on the WLTP cycle. The company also claims the electric motor provides strong performance at low and medium speeds, making it suitable for small cars in urban environments.Īnother benefit of the system is that the lithium-ion battery can be made quite small and cost-effective, with a capacity of 4.3 Ah. This arrangement, which eliminates the usual transmission and places the electric propulsion motor and motor-generator units in parallel, makes for a more compact layout – Daihatsu says it intends to fit the e-Smart Hybrid system to tiny kei cars next. That mill produces 82 PS at 5,600 rpm and 105 Nm of torque from 3,200 to 5,200 rpm.
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The car is powered exclusively by a 106 PS/170 Nm electric motor, with the WA-VEX 1.2 litre Atkinson-cycle three-cylinder engine acting solely as a generator (a range extender of sorts).
The main event is under the bonnet, where you’ll find a series hybrid system akin to Nissan’s e-Power vehicles. The petrol-electric powertrain is important in our local context because it is widely tipped to make its way into the Perodua Ativa, given that Perodua has already been seen testing the hybrid SUV here. After months of reports, leaks and spyshots, the Daihatsu Rocky e-Smart Hybrid has finally been launched in Japan.
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