Hope I'm not repeating a thread but haven't found one to suit. I was looking at the specs for the Kona EV and noticed that both the 100Kw and 150Kw motors out put 395 Nm (201 Hp). can any one explain why.
I can only speculate that the 39.2 kWh version c/w 100kW motor running at 319V, and the 64 kWh version: "Kona Electric's powertrain consists of a high-efficiency 201-hp (150 kW) permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor supplied by a high-voltage 64 kWh lithium-ion battery. The motor develops 291 lb-ft of torque distributed to the front wheels. The battery system is liquid-cooled and operates at 356 volts." The different motors and drive systems are designed to give the maximum range available with the same torque characteristics given the different operating voltages and battery capacities.
So in a way the 100Kwh is over performing while the 150Kwh is under performing to maximise efficiency and range? Makes sense. Thank you! Brain's a bit slow these days.
