Kia Borrego FCEV with Fuel-Cell Electric System
Kia works with its next-generation fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) system fitted. A number of improvements have allowed the system to develop an additional 47HP compared to the previous FCEV powertrains bumping peak output to 154HP. With a 202-liter hydrogen storage tank located underneath the Borrego and ahead of the rear wheels, Kia’s latest research vehicle has a range of about 426 miles. The top speed of the Kia Borrego, equipped with FCEV, is 100 mph (160 km/h) while the vehicle accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 12.8 sec. Kia also claims a ‘best-in-class system efficiency of 62 percent’ which translates to 54 mpg U.S.
Technical Specifications
Type: Fuel Cell + Supercapacitor
Fuel Cell Output: 154 horsepower (115kW)
Additional Power Output: 134 horsepower Supercapacitor (100kW)
Traction Motor Output: 147 horsepower (110kW)
Dimensions: 192.1 x 75.4 x 71.3 inches
Curb Weight: 4,960 pounds (2,250kg)
Max. Speed: 100 mph
Zero to 60 mph Acceleration: 12.8 seconds
Max. Distance: 426 miles with three tanks
Fuel economy: 54 mpg (EPA combined F/E)
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