The Emas project is a the outcome of several years of study. Developed for the Malaysian manufacturer Proton, it was developed to optimize the interior space and the ergonomics of the access to the car. Roominess is that of a segment D saloon, exterior dimensions are those of a segment A car. The Emas family, powered by a series plug-in hybrid system by Lotus Engineering, features three different settings: Emas, Emas Country and Emas3.
DRIVETRAIN
A green heart by Lotus Engineering
The drive system is a series hybrid plug-in developed by Lotus Engineering, a Proton Group company. It includes a 3 cylinder 1.2 litre internal combustion engine developing 51 horsepower (38 kW) at 3500 rpm that can run on petrol, ethanol, or methanol.
The front transverse internal combustion engine is coupled to a generator and serves exclusively to recharge the 11.5 kWh capacity lithium ion batteries.
Drive is assured by an electric motor with continuous power of 45 kW and 75 kW peak power.
The high maximum torque, 240 Nm, does not require the use of a gearbox.
Acceleration 0-100 km/h takes place in 14 seconds, top speed is 170 km/h and battery range in the hybrid configuration is 50 km. Full recharging of the battery pack takes three hours using a traditional 240-volt outlet.
The performance and range of the City three door electric plug-in version are currently being assessed.
MECHANICAL UNITS AND PERFORMANCE
Mechanical architecture: hybrid, series, plug-in
Internal combustion engine position:front transverse
Technical specifications: 3 cylinders in line, 6 valves, 1.2 litres
Power: 51 hp / 38 kW at 3500 rpm
Maximum torque: 107 Nm at 2500 rpm
Electric motor position:rear
Power: 75 kW (peak), 45 kW (continuous)
Maximum torque: 240 Nm
Batteries: 100 X 31 Ahr Cells | 370 Volts | 11.47 kWh
Time for full recharge: 3 hours with normal 240 Volt, 13A power point
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:14 sec
Top speed: 170 km/h (peak), 130 km/h (continuous)
Range in electric mode: 50 km
Traction: rear
One-speed gearbox:final drive ratio 4.214:1
Front suspension: McPherson
Rear suspension: torsion beam
