In the first quarter of 2010, during the 918’s public launch in Geneva Auto Show, Porsche announced the full details regarding the 918 model. Details included the V-8 engine and its 3.4-liter motor produce 500 horsepower as well as the 5 kWh lithium ion battery pack and the sport design, which Michael Mauer calls “the performance and design future of Porsche”.
The Porsche hybrid has four modes – E-Drive is the full electric mode which powers car for 16 miles. The Hybrid Mode uses both the internal engine and electric propulsion. The Sport Hybrid mode uses electric power to boost the engine giving more the power to the rear wheels. Finally the Race Hybrid mode uses a push-to-pass button using battery and electric for passing.
The price of the Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid Supercar is rumored to be over $600,000, and they will be available in early 2013.-ecoautoninja.
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