2012 Imperia GP Plug-in Hybrid Roadster

The GP's electric induction motor adds 100 kW (74 hp) to the mix and is fed by an 11 kWh lithium-polymer battery pack. All of that hardware combines to propel the GP from 0-60 miles per hour in four seconds in hybrid mode and in six seconds using battery power alone.

Imperia presented GP plug-in hybrid roadster at the Brussels Auto Show in late January. The plug-in hybrid roadster employs a 1.6-liter turbocharged direct-injected gasoline engine that churns out 209 horsepower and a healthy 192 pound-feet of torque.


The Imperia GP offers yet another pioneering exclusive feature on its market segment: it is the only hybrid car that can be recharged from the mains, simply via a 220V power socket.

The sport car’s electric-only range is estimated at between 31 and 50 miles and its CO2 emissions are reportedly below 50 grams per kilometer. Following European regulation R101 for plug-in hybrids, the mixed consumption of the Imperia GP is listed at approximately 124 mpg (U.S.) plus 11.5 kWh per 100 km.

2012 Imperia GP Plug-in Hybrid Roadster is offers unlimited range the moment it switches to the thermal engine in case the batteries go empty. In hybrid mode, the batteries can also preventively be recharged when the vehicle is in motion. The principle of PowerHybrid® propulsion according to Imperia

During a journey, the driver can decide at any time, via a selector, the type of propulsion required: electric or hybrid.

Imperia as the Belgium-based company, makes it hefty price tag of €103,223 ($141,000 U.S. at the current exchange rate) seem almost reasonable.



2012 Imperia GP Plug-in Hybrid Roadster Specifications Data

• Engine
• Type Petrol
• Layout 4 in line turbo
• Displacement 1.6 l
• Maximum torque 260 Nm
• Maximum power 156 kW
• Gearbox 5 speed
• Motor
• Type Induction
• Maximum torque 300 Nm
• Maximum power 100 kW
• Batteries
• Type Li-Polymer
• Layout 1P96S
• Nominal voltage 355 V
• Capacity 31 A.h
• Range on batteries > 70 km
• Battery charger
• Maximum power 3 kW
• Net plug 220 V 16 A
• Charging time 85% in 4h
• 100% in 5h
• Chassis Steel spaceframe including safety cage
• Body Composite
• Suspensions Double wishbones
• Rims 18 inches alloy