Mitsubishi developing in-wheel motors for enhanced All-Wheel-Drive performance
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Image Gallery ( 11 images )Mitsubishi Motors is continuing its motor and battery research and development programs as it seeks to improve performance while reducing size and weight. The company is currently working on a 50kW in-wheel motor for 4WD vehicle use that will eventually feature individual drive torque and braking force control for each wheel.
Colt EV specifications Base model: Colt Sport-X (1.5-liter, 4WD)
Length - 3885 mm Width - 1680 mm Height - 1550 mm Curb weight - 1150 kg Occupants - 5 Max. speed - 150 km/h Cruising range / charge (10-15 driving pattern) - 150 km
Motor - (with internal reduction gear)
Type - Permanent magnetic synchronous Max. output - 20 kW Max. torque - 600 Nm Max. speed - 1500 rpm Dimensions - 310mm (dia.) x 220mm Number of batteries fitted – 2
Battery
Type - Lithium-ion Capacity - 40 Ah Voltage - 14.8 V L x W x H - 194 mm x 175 mm x 116 mm No. of modules - 22 Controller - Inverter Drive - Rear wheels Tires - 185/55R15
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