What does Audi's mild hybrid system mean?
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Audi's mild hybrid system refers to a type of powertrain system in vehicles. Cars equipped with this system generally have a starter-generator, which can provide a certain amount of kinetic energy via a belt (this is the essence of the mild hybrid system). Additionally, the system includes an extra 12V lithium-ion battery to power this starter-generator and receive the generated electricity. Below is an introduction to Audi cars: 1. Brand Introduction: Audi is a renowned car developer and manufacturer, with its logo featuring four interlocking rings. Currently, it is a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, headquartered in Ingolstadt, Germany. 2. Audi Models: The main models include Audi A1, Audi A3, Audi A4, Audi A5, Audi A6, Audi A7, Audi A8, Audi Q1, Audi Q2, Audi Q3, Audi Q5, Audi Q7, Audi Q8, Audi TT, Audi R8, as well as the S and RS performance series.
Audi's mild hybrid system is essentially adding an 'electric buff' to traditional fuel-powered vehicles. I've driven several cars equipped with the 48V mild hybrid, and the most noticeable improvement is the quieter start-stop function. At red lights, the engine completely shuts down, and when starting again, the motor silently gets the car moving, much smoother than the old start-stop systems. When coasting with the throttle released, the dashboard shows energy recovery, replenishing the battery like charging a phone. In city driving, it can save about half a liter of fuel. The key benefit is that components like the starter and air conditioning compressor are now powered by the motor, so the AC stays cool even at red lights. However, this system doesn't allow the car to run purely on electricity; it's just there to assist the engine.
