Daihatsu UFE-III
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| Manufacturer | Daihatsu |
| Also called | Ultra Fuel Economy |
| Model years | 2005 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | City/Kei car |
| Body style | Canopy door |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Electric motor | 2 |
| Battery | 1 × nickel–metal hydride |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 340 mm (13.4 in) |
| Width | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Height | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Kerb weight | 440 kg (970 lb) |
The UFE-III (Ultra Fuel Economy-third generation) is a mini-hybrid concept car being developed by Daihatsu.
The vehicle can transport three people (one driver, and two passengers in the rear). The hybrid system comprises a 660-cubic centimeter direct-injection gasoline engine, two motors, and a nickel–metal hydride battery.
Daihatsu estimates the UFE-III's fuel economy at 72 kilometres per litre (170 mpg-US). The body is in polymer and ultra-light aluminum with a canopy door and pointed LED headlamps. The UFE-III has an aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.168 and is controlled by steer-by-wire technology. Third generation of the "Ultra Fuel Economy" UFE, it was first shown in October 2005 at the Tokyo Motor Show.
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