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From the 2010 New York Auto Show, Cars.com’s Kelsey Mays takes a look at the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

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Complete photo gallery on Auto123.com : 123.ly – The North American International Auto Show kicked off with a bang with the unveiling of the Porsche 918 RSR, a racing laboratory that mixes and matches the technology of the 911 GT3 R, the style of the 918 Spyder and the design of the 917 that has dominated the Le Mans 24 Hours.

With the Porsche 918 RSR, you have what is essentially the least “green” hybrid ever. This is a racecar, or as Porsche refers to it, “a racing laboratory.” More Articles: www.insideline.com Prices Info www.edmunds.com on Twitter twitter.com Edmunds.com twitter.com Facebook Page: www.facebook.com

Associate Online Editor Michael Febbo has the details on Porsche’s new hybrid drive racecar – the 919 RSR.

Following yesterday’s early reveal, Audi has officially released materials for the new Q5 Hybrid quattro. Designed to appeal to eco-conscious families, the crossover features a parallel hybrid system which consists of a 2.0-liter TFSI petrol engine and an electric motor. The four-cylinder produces 155 kW (211 PS / 208 hp) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque, while the electric motor contributes 33 kW (45 PS / 44 hp) and 211 Nm (156 lb-ft). All told, the system has a combined output of 180 kW (245 PS / 241 hp) and 480 Nm (354 lb-ft) of torque. This allows the Q5 to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and hit a top speed of 222 km/h (138 mph). More importantly, fuel consumption in the normal cycle (NEDC) is less than 7.0 liters per 100 km (34 US mpg) and CO2 emissions are under 160 g/km. To get these impressive figures, the Q5 Hybrid has a 38 kg (84 lb) lithium-ion battery which stores 39 kW of energy. When stopped, in traffic, all drive systems are deactivated. As soon as the brake is released, the electric motor powers the vehicle at speeds up to 100 km/h (62 mph). Furthermore, it’s possible to travel up to three kilometers (1.86 miles) on electricity alone at speeds up to 60 km/h (37.28 mph). To keep weight down, the hood and tailgate are made out of aluminum and the quattro all-wheel drive system has been re-engineered with aluminum components. Thanks to these tweaks, the Q5 Hybrid tips the scales at less than 2000 kg (4409 lb) which makes it the lightest hybrid SUV …

Whether intentional or not Audi has released the first details of the 2011 Q5 Hybrid ahead of its unveiling at the Los Angeles Auto Show. On the styling front, there doesn’t appear to be any major changes except for new wheels which are undoubtedly wrapped in low-rolling resistance tires. Inside, there’s a revised instrument cluster (which provides an overview of the hybrid system) and a smaller luggage compartment which holds 480 liters (17 cubic feet) of cargo. Like the A8 Hybrid concept, power is provided by a 155 kW (211 PS / 208 hp) 2.0-liter TFSI petrol engine and a 33 kW (45 PS / 44 hp) electric motor. Producing a combined 180 kW (245 PS / 241 hp) and 480 Nm (354 lb-ft) of torque, the Q5 Hybrid accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and has a top speed of 222 km/h (138 mph). Furthermore, the crossover can run on electricity-alone but only up to 3 km (1.9 miles). Additional information will be released later this month, so stay tuned for continuing coverage.

gasoline engine: 2.0 TFSI with 200hp and electric engine with 45 hp. electric driving is possible up to 100km/h (62mph). at a constant speed of 60km/h you can reach 3km with only electric driving. It has a 8 speed tiptronic transmission. 0-62 in 7.1 seconds. Top speed 222km/h.

Audi Q5 Hybrid quattro