There are several lists of cheap hybrid car options in Indonesia in 2022 coming from several manufacturers such as Suzuki, Toyota and Nissan. what are they? Check out the review on automotive info this time.
This type of car can be a stepping stone for a consumer to enter the era of electrification. It's hard to deny that the Indonesian automotive industry has begun to move in that direction. The government itself continues to encourage its growth through a number of efforts.
The term Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) or hybrid car is actually just one type of electrification technology in vehicles. This kind of car offers several advantages. Among them, consumers can still experience a more "green" driving experience without having to charge electricity.
This is because hybrid cars still carry an internal combustion engine, aka the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), but are also equipped with electrical components, such as batteries and electric motors.
Here are 6 lists of hybrid cars in Indonesia
1. Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid (Rp. 270.3 million—Rp. 292.3 million)
The newest Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid officially launched in Indonesia on June 10 2022. This car comes in 2 luxury variants, GX and Suzuki Sport. Then each of these variants is available in a choice of manual and automatic transmissions. So that in total there are 4 Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid variants that can be chosen by consumers.
Even though it still carries a mild hybrid system, the presence of this car is quite significant because it also introduces electrification technology in the 7-seater Low Multi Purpose Vehicle (LMPV) segment. The presence of the Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid is actually not just this time. Previously, the Suzuki Ertiga also came with a system that was quite similar to using a diesel engine.
The difference in the latest version is the addition of a lithium battery to accompany the Integrated Starter Generator (ISG). The presence of a mild hybrid system on the Suzuki Ertiga is intended to make fuel consumption even more economical. Especially for the use of vehicles in the city where the streets are often colored by traffic jams.
2. Nissan Kicks e-Power (Rp. 482.8 million)
Nissan Kicks e-Power has been in Indonesia for almost two years. PT Nissan Motor Indonesia (NMI) launched it on September 2 2020. At this time there is only one variant available called the 1.2 e-Power VL.
It is interesting to discuss how the Nissan Kicks e-Power hybrid system works because it has its own uniqueness. In essence, this car still has two power sources consisting of a conventional 1,200 cc engine and an electric motor. By adopting a series hybrid system, the wheels are driven entirely by an electric motor.
Meanwhile, the conventional engine which is identical to that of the Nissan March only functions as a "genset". In charge of supplying electricity to the battery.
This way of working allows consumers to experience a driving experience similar to that of an electric car. However, without having to do electrical charging. In addition, Nissan thinks that the e-Power system works as a solution to electric car batteries, which are still expensive.
3. Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid (Rp. 535.3 million)
Next is the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid which is included in the list of hybrid cars at low prices in Indonesia. Like most hybrid products from the Toyota brand, this car is sold at IDR 500 million.
In fact, the price tag is still relatively cheap because there are still hybrid cars in Indonesia that cost more than IDR 1 billion. The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid itself is only available in one variant with a selling price of IDR 535.5 million at the time this review was made.
This car carries a technology called Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive. Inside there are 2 power sources consisting of a conventional 1,798 cc engine and an electric motor.
This car's hybrid system can work in parallel or individually to drive the wheels. For example, in EV mode, it means that the car's speed performance is fully supported by the electric motor. In situations like this it means that conventional machines will break.
However, when switching to normal mode, the electric motor and conventional engine will work alternately to adjust the driving style. Electric motors and conventional machines can also work together, especially in the choice of power mode.
4. Toyota Corolla Altis Hybrid (Rp. 545 million)
The next recommendation comes in the form of a sedan, namely the Toyota Corolla Altis Hybrid. The hybrid version of this car is only available in one variant with a selling price of IDR 545 million.
Just like the Toyota Corolla Cross, this car is also equipped with a hybrid system called Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive. That way the way the system works is not much different from that described above.
The latest version of this car is relatively new in Indonesia. PT Toyota Astra Motor officially introduced it on February 8 2022 without a special ceremony.
Now the manufacturer has equipped it with a wireless charger feature on the center console. In addition, the latest Toyota Corolla Altis Hybrid is also equipped with the Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) 2 safety feature package.
5. Toyota C-HR Hybrid (Rp. 583 million)
The Toyota C-HR Hybrid is also included in the list of hybrid cars in Indonesia. This car is only available in one variant and is sold at IDR 583 million.
The Toyota C-HR Hybrid also carries Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive technology such as the Toyota Corolla Cross and Toyota Corolla Altis. The fact is that these three models also use the same 1,798 cc conventional engine with the 2ZR-FXE code.
The car's 4th generation hybrid system promises a smooth, powerful, and environmentally friendly driving experience. On May 27, 2022, this car also received improvements by being equipped with the TSS feature.
6. All New Kijang Innova Zenix Hybrid
PT Toyota Astra Motor (TAM) officially released the All New Kijang Innova Zenix Hybrid electrification vehicle globally in Indonesia with a selling price starting from IDR 458 million. "Today we present the new seventh generation Kijang All New Kijang Innova Zenix as an innovative multipurpose crossover," said Vice President Director of Toyota Astra Motor Henry Tanoto at the launch of the Kijang Innova Zenix Hybrid in Jakarta, as quoted from Antara on Monday (21/11/2019). 2022).
Meanwhile, the All New Kijang Innova Zenix hybrid variant is sold starting at IDR 458 million (type G), IDR 532 million (type V) and IDR 611 million (type Q) on the road. Toyota also provides a warranty for the All New Kijang Innova Zenix battery for 8 years or 160,000 km.
