Browse Publications Technical Papers 2005-01-0273
2005-04-11

Development of Hybrid System for SUV 2005-01-0273

Toyota Hybrid System (THS), that combines a gasoline engine and an electric motor was installed in the Prius, which was introduced in 1997 as the world's first mass-produced hybrid passenger car, and was vastly improved in 2003. The new Prius gained a status of highly innovative and practical vehicle.
In 2005, combined with a V6 engine, THS had a further evolution as a Hybrid System for SUV, which was installed in the RX400h and Highlander Hybrid to be introduced into the world.
This report will explain “new THS” which achieved both V8 engine power performance and compact class fuel economy, while securing the most stringent emission standard, SULEV.

SAE MOBILUS

Subscribers can view annotate, and download all of SAE's content. Learn More »

Access SAE MOBILUS »

Preview Document Add to Cart
Members save up to 17% off list price.
Login to see discount.
Special Offer: Download multiple Technical Papers each year? TechSelect is a cost-effective subscription option to select and download 12-100 full-text Technical Papers per year. Find more information here.
We also recommend:
TECHNICAL PAPER

Development of a Hybrid System for the V6 Midsize Sedan

2005-01-0274

View Details

TECHNICAL PAPER

Development of the Intelligent Power Unit for the V6 Hybrid Midsize Sedan

2005-01-0275

View Details

TECHNICAL PAPER

Development of a New Hybrid Transmission for FWD Sports Utility Vehicles

2005-01-0272

View Details

X