The 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid was released overseas. The exterior and interior have been slightly modified, and it adopts Honda’s third-generation dual-motor hybrid system.
Frankly speaking, the design of the current CR-V is not successful, especially the rear design is very average. In addition, it encountered a "throttle valve" quality problem shortly after it was launched in China, which affected everyone's evaluation of it. However, the comprehensive product strength of CR-V is still very strong. At present, the sales volume of domestically produced Dongfeng Honda CR-V is still the first in its class.
The appearance and interior of the 2020 overseas version have been slightly revised, but the changes are very limited, but it is undeniable that it is becoming more and more pleasing to the eye. I believe that the domestic version will follow soon.
The 2020 CR-V is the main hybrid model. Combining a 2.0-liter DOHCi-VTEC Atkinson cycle engine with a thermal efficiency of 40%, two electric motors using flat wire technology, a generator/starter motor and a 181-horsepower propulsion motor, the total system output is 212 horsepower.
Unlike most hybrid parallel hybrid systems, Honda's two-motor hybrid system can be either a series or a parallel hybrid.
In most cases, the CR-V hybrid operates in series hybrid mode, with its 181-horsepower propulsion motor driving the wheels directly, while the gasoline engine only acts as an onboard generator, feeding the battery and propulsion motors. powered by.
Under certain driving conditions, such as steady-state cruising at highway speeds, the system can seamlessly switch to parallel hybrid operation. The gasoline engine is switched to the front axle through the clutch and is completely disconnected from the electric motor, taking advantage of the fuel engine's high efficiency at high speeds.
Since there is no traditional gearbox, the two-motor hybrid power used in the CR-V hybrid system is very efficient and has the advantages of reduced complexity and friction loss compared to systems of the same level. It not only has excellent urban fuel efficiency, but also brings Honda's usual brisk and sporty driving experience.
Finally, neither Toyota nor Honda seems to have much interest in pure electric models, and their actions are slower than those of European and American car manufacturers. But on the other hand, both Honda and Toyota are working hard to improve their hybrid systems, including PHEV hybrids. Because they believe that hybrid power is the most efficient and environmentally friendly power system available.
For the future, they are more optimistic about hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. Currently, 83 patents for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in the world are concentrated in the hands of Japanese car manufacturers.
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