The UFE-III (Ultra Fuel Economy-third generation) is a mini-hybrid concept car being developed by Daihatsu. The vehicle can transport three people (one driver, and two passengers in the rear). The hybrid system comprises a 660-cubic centimeter direct-injection gasoline engine, two motors, and a nickel–metal hydride battery. Daihatsu estimates the UFE-III's fuel economy at 72 kilometres per litre (170 mpg‑US). The body is in polymer and ultra-light aluminum with a canopy door and pointed LED headlamps. The UFE-III has an aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.168 and is controlled by steer-by-wire technology. Third generation of the "Ultra Fuel Economy" UFE, it was first shown in October 2005 at the Tokyo Motor Show.[1][2][3]
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Manufacturer | Daihatsu |
Also called | Ultra Fuel Economy |
Production | 2005 (Concept car) |
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Class | Kei car |
Body style | 1-door hatchback |
Layout | FF layout |
Doors | Canopy |
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Electric motor | 2 |
Battery | 1 × nickel–metal hydride |
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Length | 3,395 mm (133.7 in) |
Width | 1,475 mm (58.1 in) |
Height | 1,200 mm (47.2 in) |
Kerb weight | 440 kg (970 lb) |
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Predecessor | UFE-II (2003) |
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