What is the working principle of the new Highlander hybrid?
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The working principle of the new Highlander plug-in hybrid is that during driving, the plug-in hybrid model charges the power battery through energy recovery. A portion of the engine's output torque drives the motor to generate electricity, charging the power battery. Plug-in hybrid: A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is a type of new energy vehicle that falls between pure electric vehicles and traditional fuel vehicles. It has both the traditional car's engine, transmission, drivetrain, fuel system, and fuel tank, as well as a battery that can be charged externally. Hybrid electric: Hybrid electric vehicles have high fuel efficiency and superior driving performance. The engine of a hybrid electric vehicle uses fuel, and during starting and acceleration, the assistance of the electric motor helps to reduce fuel consumption.
I've studied the hybrid system of the new Highlander, and its core is Toyota's THS hybrid technology. It uses a 2.5L engine paired with front and rear motors working in synergy. At startup, it relies solely on electric power, making it exceptionally quiet and fuel-efficient. During acceleration, the engine kicks in, with both power sources working together. When braking or coasting, it recovers energy and stores it in the battery. The most ingenious part is the planetary gear set design, which ensures incredibly smooth power transitions without any of the jerky shifts of traditional transmissions. After driving it for several years, my city fuel consumption averages around 6L, which is half that of a pure gasoline vehicle. The battery pack is hidden under the rear seats, taking up no trunk space at all, making it especially practical for family use.
