Gasgoo Munich- Geely unveiled its new i-HEV hybrid technology in Hangzhou on April 13. As the world’s first mass-produced hybrid system featuring "AI Cloud Power," it sets a new global benchmark with a peak thermal efficiency of 48.41%. This milestone breakthrough was made possible by deep collaboration and core technical support from Horse Powertrain.
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Extreme fuel savings stem from a relentless climb in thermal efficiency. Geely has pursued independent R&D since its Power 1.0 era, delivering year-over-year leaps. In 2021, 43.32% set a global standard; the BHE15 platform pushed that to 46.5%; and last year, full-domain AI integration hit 47.26%. This year, Geely’s upgraded "Wind-Ride Tornado" combustion system optimized fuel-air mixing and combustion control to break the ceiling again. Certified at 48.41%, it remains the world leader.
From the early days of localization in Power 1.0 to the arrival of the 5.0 smart hybrid era, Horse Powertrain has been deeply involved in the R&D and production of every Geely powertrain generation. It provided end-to-end support in combustion systems, energy management, and manufacturing processes. Thanks to that ultra-high efficiency, the i-HEV system achieves ultra-low fuel consumption of 3 liters per 100 kilometers alongside a 20% power boost—truly balancing fuel economy with performance.
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The i-HEV launch marks more than just a milestone for Geely’s Power 5.0 era—it stands as a model of technical collaboration between the two companies. Through continuous innovation, Horse Powertrain has helped Geely shatter the thermal efficiency ceiling, delivering a hybrid experience that is more fuel-efficient, powerful, and reliable for users.
