Subaru Uses Nickel-Metal Hydride On XV Crosstrek Hybrid

Subaru's first hybrid car won't use the lithium-ion batteries that are now commonplace in nearly all alternative powertrains. Instead, the XV Crosstrek Hybrid will use nickel-metal hydride units, which were used mainly in older hybrid systems. The 2.0L boxer 4-cylinder engine is mated to a 13.4 horsepower electric motor, but the added 300 lbs of weight means fuel economy is raised only slightly, at 28/34 mpg city/highway. Meanwhile, the EPA lists the standard car at 25/33 mpg with the CVT automatic. from The Truth About Cars http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com

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