After leaving the IMA technology, the new generation of Honda hybrid renamed Sport Hybrid i-MMD. We have already tested a prototype Odyssey.

Honda has a new hybrid system and very soon we will see. At the moment, as we have known in Japan, this new propulsion system, which will replace the now defunct IMA, HE will debut in the Accord and the CR-V in Asian and North American markets. HE will present in principle in September in Europe in the next Hall of becoming Franckfurt for sale in 2018.

The new hybrid system Honda, called Sport Hybrid i-MMD (Intelligent Multi-Mode Drive), used as based on a two-liter gasoline, and atmospheric 185 hp from 5,000 rpm, with a maximum torque of 32.1 Nm to 2000 rpm. After the drive they are associated two electric motors, one driving and the other generator.

The Unlike with other hybrids It is that this system Honda has a multi-plate clutch that decouples the gasoline engine direct transmission to the wheels, so that the combustion engine can work as a generator or as propellant; in hybrid mode, the gasoline engine is only used to move the generator to supply electricity to the electric motor, and this to the wheels.

If the torque needs are greater, then the clutch It is coupled and the hybrid system then operates combining thermal and electrical motors. Achieved thus a Maximum combined power of 212 hp. The entire hybrid system adds 70 kilos in total.

We tested the hybrid system

Already we could try this new hybrid technology mounted a prototype Odyssey, a minivan that is not sold in Spain. Transitions between engines are smooth, there is good feeling of torque and the usual silence that is expected of a hybrid. uses very compact Panasonic batteries, they will go orbicadas under the driver’s seat and front passenger, thus avoiding damaging the capacity of the model on which is mounted.

At first, this hybrid is not plug, but the system is ready for it to become: Only replace the battery and power management, and adding the necessary outlet, something we’ll see in 2018 in other prototypes. On this basis Honda will offer different power levels, depending on the model segment to which it is intended.

In short, until it reaches the dealership and we can measure their consumption, the moment he could ensure that I think an excellent system. Works well, it is refined and announces efficiency. It remains to see how the final result will give car. It is very close.

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