Kia Venga EV Concept Plugs-In for Geneva

Kia Venga EV Concept live in Geneva 03.03.2010

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Kia has unveiled the Venga EV concept at the Geneva Motor Show.

Based on the standard Venga, the concept features an electric motor with 80 kW (109 PS / 107 hp) and 280 Nm (207 lb-ft) of torque. It enables the EV to accelerate from 0-62 mph in 11.8 seconds and hit a top speed of 87 mph (140 km/h).

The electric motor is powered by two 24 kWh lithium ion polymer batteries, which allow the car to travel up to 112 miles (180 km) on a single charge. Once depleted, the batteries can be recharged to 80 percent capacity in 20 minutes with a rapid charger or fully recharged in eight hours with a normal charger.

Kia has not mentioned if and when a production version would become available.

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ELECTRIC VENGA CONCEPT PLUGS IN FOR KIA AT GENEVA MOTOR SHOW

Kia is debuting its first all-electric plug-in concept car - based on the just-arrived Venga - at the Geneva Motor Show.

The Venga EV concept car is identical to the regular Venga B-segment MPV but features an electric motor producing 80 kW and maximum torque of 280 Nm. Venga EV is capable of accelerating from standstill to 62mph in 11.8 seconds, and reaching a top speed of 87 mph.

Venga EV includes a twin-pack 24 kWh battery using innovative LiPoly (Lithium Ion Polymer) technology that offers numerous advantages over other battery types, and provides a driving range of 112 miles on a single charge.

Under the quick recharging cycle (50 kW) the battery can be recharged to 80 percent of its capacity within 20 minutes. Under the normal cycle (3.3 kW), 100 percent power is attained after eight hours.

Venga EV is a front-wheel drive vehicle with the electric powertrain placed within the existing engine bay. The battery pack is located under the boot floor.

As an all-electric, zero-emissions vehicle that is solely powered by electric energy stored inside its battery, Venga EV will contribute to increased environmental protection.

Venga EV represents Kia Motors' continuing commitment to earth-positive R&D and marks an additional dimension in the company's development of eco-friendly vehicles.