Porsche for some time experimented with hybrid technology, including using them in ultrafast model of the 918 Spyder. These experiments were only a prelude to developing a fully electric vehicle that precedes everything so far produced.
During an ongoing Frankfurt Motor Show, the model debuted the Porsche Mission E, first in the history of the brand four sports car, equipped with an electric drive. For now, this is obviously a concept, but managed to arouse huge interest now motoring journalists from around the world who are impressed by the technology used in it.
The most important element of Mission E is the drive system equipped with solutions that Porsche successfully apply during endurance races. The unit has two synchronous permanent magnet very similar to those used in the race the car 919 Hybrid, which beat all competitors at this year’s Le Mans.
Its total capacity of over 600 hp, which puts the Porsche Mission E on a par with cars produced in Maranello. The engine provides spectacular performance, because the first hundred appears on the meter in less than 3.5 seconds, while top speed is 200 km / h in under 12 seconds.
For the transfer of the mighty power on the tarmac corresponds Porsche Torque Vectoring system that distributes torque between the individual wheels, and with four swivel wheels, was able to provide superior traction. Mission E North Loop of the Nürburgring, defeats in less than 8 minutes.
course, in the electric car are important not only performance but also the functionality, in this case provided. The new Porsche is not a problem, because it is over 500 km. A further advantage is the technology of 800 V, which, thanks to twice the voltage in just 15 minutes and allows you to recharge 80 percent, which means it can cover an additional 400 km. Just use a socket innovative charging system Porsche Turbo Charging, loaded in the left wheel well. Naturally, the car also works with standard 400V chargers, as well as inductive charging system.
Porsche engineers also took care for lightweight cars and optimum weight distribution. When installing batteries in the chassis between the front and rear axles, they managed to get an even distribution of weight, and at the same time lower the center of gravity of the car, which translated into improved traction. Another advantage is the body with a light mixture of aluminum and carbon fiber reinforced polymers, which is an ultra light which further improves handling characteristics.
The Porsche Mission E advanced technologies meet almost every step. For example completely abandoned the installation of side mirrors were replaced by cameras lenses. Also new are the LED headlights, these type of matrix. Inside we find four individual seats lightweight, provide excellent support while driving. Most happening, however, against the driver. Traditional analog clocks were replaced by wide-screen OLED, which displays virtual indicators, and a choice of motifs: Connected Car, Performance, Drive, Energy, and the Sport Chrono.
Interesting is also the way to handle indicators. The system uses a camera to check on that clock driver turns her eyes, and that place will be presented control menu. As if that were not enough, the screen keeps track of the position of the driver’s seat and body, so when it will be revised, three-dimensional instrument panel automatically adapts to it.
The dashboard also presents a very interesting solutions. It is divided into two three-dimensional area, wherein the upper is a screen driver, whereas in the lower holographic screen provided extending up to the passenger side. The system is controlled with gestures and thus can control the multimedia, navigation, and vehicle settings.
Configure the car can be also be done remotely, via the Porsche Car Connect application, designed for mobile devices. Using your tablet, you can add new features chassis, engine, or retrofit navigation for a new tourist guide. The application also provides a direct contact with the Porsche Centre and enables remote diagnostics of the vehicle. It also provides the function of a digital key that can open the door not only to the owner, but also to other authorized users. Digital key may be temporary and only act in a certain place.
Porsche does not indicate whether E will go to Mission mass production, and if so, when. For now, it is so only presentation capabilities of engineers German company.
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