Chrysler ETV-1

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Chrysler ETV-1
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Overview
Manufacturer Chrysler
Production1979
AssemblyUnited States
Body and chassis
Class Concept car
Body style 2-door electric coupe
Layout Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Electric motor 31 kW (41 hp)
Transmission ???-speed automatic
Range112–193 km (70–120 mi)
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,489 mm (98.0 in) [1]
Length4,303 mm (169.4 in) [1]
Width1,669 mm (65.7 in) [1]
Height1,311 mm (51.6 in) [1]
Curb weight 1,778 kg (3,920 lb) [1]

The Chrysler ETV-1 was a passenger car glider produced by Chrysler as a test bed for motor and drive controls. With a motor produced by General Electric, it was claimed to be the "first ground up modern day electric vehicle design." [2] [3]

Contents

Two vehicles were produced: ETV-1 and ETV-1-2. While the original is in private hands, the second is in the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles in Boyertown, Pennsylvania. [4]

Specifications

Powertrain

The ETV-1 uses one 30.5 kW (40.9 hp) separately excited electric motor, front-mounted driving the front axle. Chrysler's ETV-1 has claimed acceleration of 0 to 48 km/h (0 to 30 mph) in 9.0 seconds and a claimed top speed of 105 km/h (65 mph).

Battery

ETV-1 utilises a removable T-shaped battery pack. The battery pack has a total capacity of ??? kWh electric vehicle battery.[ clarification needed ]

Video about the Chrysler Electric Car ETV 1 program

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References

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