Haval HB-02 Concept Outlines Haval’s Future Hybrid Plans

With a powertrain that is both the most powerful and economical ever produced by the company, Chinese SUV manufacturer Haval has outlined its vision for the future.

Already Haval has confirmed that diesel powertrains won’t be making their way to Australia in future, relying instead on turbocharged petrol, and hybrid systems to power its SUV-only range.

At the recent Beijing Auto Exhibition, the HB-02 concept previewed the hind of plug-in hybrid system likely to appear in future Haval models.

A 1.5 litre turbocharged turbocharged petrol engine, combined with an electric motor, results in a combined 450Nm of torque for the HB-02 - enough to rival much larger diesel engines.

At the same time, fuel consumption as low as 2.1 l/100km is possible.