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Chrysler Rolls Out All-Electric Fiat

Posted December 03, 2012 10:56 AM

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Chrysler Group LLC took a small step in the direction of electrification this week, rolling out a battery-powered, mini-compact hatchback.

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12/03/2012 5:08 PM

This must be a misprint?

"Powered by a 111hp permanent magnet electric motor, the vehicle will hit a top speed of 85mph."
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12/03/2012 9:56 PM

Yup, it will either be the 115hp motor or that it will hit 85mph, or both...

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12/04/2012 2:24 AM

Why do you say that? The 2013 Volt e3lectric drive is 149HP. Seems in the same range.

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12/04/2012 1:25 PM

You may just have to chalk it up to ignorance.
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12/04/2012 7:42 AM

Chrysler Rolls Out All-Electric Fiat

Yep, that sounds like a Fiat. Brand new and still needed a push.

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12/04/2012 1:23 PM

It's about the same weight as the Honda Civic hybrid. That sells for around $25K, and gets 44/44mpg.
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12/04/2012 6:45 PM

Just what we need, an electric "mouse" from Italy.

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12/05/2012 8:18 AM

In reality, this would make a nice car for the ladies of the house... providing the price is right.
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