The new version of the 2-ton truck is claimed to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by increasing the fuel economy to about 11.6 km/liter depending on operating conditions while the new 3.0-ton version has fuel economy of about 10.6 km/liter.
The canter Eco Hybrid has a parallel hybrid system and the fuel economy has been achieved by optimizing the program of the hybrid control unit, thereby contributing to overall vehicle economy and environmental protection.
The Canter Eco Hybrid features a VG turbo engine 4M42(T3) (96kW/130ps) and 2-pedal INOMAT-II mechanical automated transmission.
The new Canter Eco Hybrid has been designed to meet Japan’s ‘Safety Standard for Passenger Protection from High Voltage’ in advance that will be applicable to vehicles to be manufactured from July 1, 2012.
The development of the latest version of the Canter Eco Hybrid truck complements Daimler’s ‘Shaping Future Transportation’ initiative, which is aimed at redoubling ongoing efforts to achieve a reduction in the fuel consumption and exhaust emissions of commercial vehicles.
