Plug-in STELLA to start Japan sales
Subaru’s innovative electric car, the Plug-in STELLA, is going on sale in Japan, with deliveries starting from late July.
Around 170 Plug-in STELLAs are expected to be sold over the next Japanese fiscal year, ending March 31, 2010.
Powered by a high performance lithium-ion battery, the production four-door Plug-in STELLA offers up to 90 kilometres range.
It can be recharged up to 80 per cent of capacity in 15 minutes using a “quick charge” system. It is fully recharged in eight hours using an AC100 volt Japanese household power outlet, or five hours at AC200 volts.
Plug-in STELLA produces zero carbondioxide emissions. The electric motor produces 47 Kilowatts of power, offering smooth acceleration and instant maximum torque.
The battery system also recovers inertia energy in deceleration, via a regeneration system, further enhancing energy efficiency.
Major specifications:
Plug-in STELLA updated specifications:
Dimensions: (Length x Width x Height) 3395 mm ×1475 ×1660
Curb weight : 1010 kg
Passenger seating: 4
Max.speed: 100 km/h
Per-charge driving distance: 90 km
Electric motor: Permanent magnet synchronous system
Max. power output: 47 kW
Max. torque: 170 Nm
Drive-train: Front-wheel drive
Battery type: Lithium-ion batteries
Total voltage: 346 V
Total energy: 9 kWh
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