⚙️ Engine & Hybrid Powertrain
The Hybrid RS generally features a 1.2L 4-cylinder engine paired with an Integrated Starter Generator (ISG).
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Engine Type: 1.2L Dualjet 4-Cylinder Petrol (Engine Code: K12C / K12D)
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Engine Displacement: $1,197\text{ cc}$ to <!-->$1,242\text{ cc}$ (depending on exact model year)-->
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Engine Power: ~83 to 91 hp @ 6,000 rpm
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Engine Torque: 107 to 118 Nm @ 2,800–4,400 rpm
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Hybrid System: 12V Mild Hybrid (ISG Belt-integrated starter generator + Lithium-ion battery)
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Electric Motor Output: ~2.6 hp / 50 Nm torque (used for smooth auto start-stop and torque assist)
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Transmission: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with Steering Wheel Paddle Shifters
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Drive Layout: Front-Wheel Drive (2WD) (Some JDM variants offer AllGrip 4WD)
⛽ Fuel Economy & Capacity
The standout feature of the Hybrid RS is its incredible efficiency without the weight of a full EV battery plug-in system.
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Fuel Consumption: Up to 21 to 24.4 km/L (approx. 4.1 to 4.7 L/100km) depending on driving conditions.<!--> -->
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Fuel Tank Capacity: 37 Liters
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Recommended Fuel: Regular or Premium Unleaded
📐 Dimensions & Weight
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Overall Length: 3,840 mm
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Overall Width: 1,695 mm to 1,735 mm
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Overall Height: 1,495 mm to 1,500 mm
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Wheelbase: 2,450 mm
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Ground Clearance: 120 mm
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Curb Weight: Exceptionally light at around 910 kg to 970 kg
🏎️ RS Styling & Premium Features
The "RS" trim gives the car a much sharper, European-tuned sporty character compared to the standard GL or GLX trims.
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Exterior: RS-specific sporty front grille (usually with a red accent strip), roof spoiler, side skirts, and 16-inch polished alloy wheels.
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Lighting: Automatic LED Projector Headlamps, LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), and LED rear combination lights.
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Cockpit: Sporty D-shaped leather steering wheel, paddle shifters, and an interactive Multi-Information Display meter cluster that shows real-time hybrid power flow.
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Cabin Tech: 7 to 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic climate control, and keyless push-start.
🛡️ Safety Systems
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Braking: 4-wheel disc brakes (Ventilated discs at the front) with ABS, EBD, and Brake Assist.
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Stability: Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) and Hill Hold Control.
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Advanced Driver Assistance (Depending on year/package): Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, Dual-Sensor Brake Support (Automatic Emergency Braking), and Blind Spot Monitoring.