The XR-3 Hybrid is a plug-in hybrid kit vehicle from Robert Q. Riley Enterprises. The top speed is 80 mph (130 km/h) and fuel economy is 125 mpg ‑US (1.88 L/100 km; 150 mpg ‑imp) on diesel power only and 225 mpg ‑US (1.05 L/100 km; 270 mpg ‑imp) on combined diesel and electric power. The vehicle body is FRP / foam composite. [1]

Its clam-shell canopy and three-wheel platform boldly differentiates the XR3 from conventional passenger cars. The vehicle’s hybrid power system, diesel engine, and low curb weight are the main ingredients of its super-high fuel economy and excellent performance.

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The XR3 plug-in hybrid is an advanced three-wheeled hybrid you can build from plans and achieve up to 125 mpg. Build as Diesel, battery, or hybrid.

Mar 21, 2007 · The XR-3 Hybrid is a super-fuel-efficient two-passenger plug-in hybrid that achieves 125 mpg on diesel power alone, 225 mpg on combined diesel and electric power, and performance like a...

Dec 9, 2022 · Ford Escort XR3/XR3i specifications. Sold/number built 1980-’90/c150,000; Construction steel monocoque; Engine iron-block, alloy-head, sohc 1596cc ‘four’, with twin-choke Weber carb, Bosch K-Jetronic or Ford EEC-IV injection; Max power 96bhp @ 6000rpm to 108bhp @ 6000rpm; Max torque 97.6lb ft @ 4000rpm to 102lb ft @ 4800rpm

1980 Ford Escort XR3 specs, quarter mile, performance data, top speed, engine specifications, pictures, updated February 2025.

Aug 20, 2008 · Arizona based Robert Q. Riley Enterprises has now released construction plans based on the completed prototype of its do-it-yourself, two-passenger, XR3 plug-in hybrid, a vehicle that's capable...

Explore the Ford Escort III 1.6 XR3 1980, 1981, 1982 detailed specs, including 0-60 mph times, horsepower, and handling data. Get all the Info.

Aug 11, 2008 · The three-wheel sports car's modular design can be outfitted with different power trains to create a 125-mpg, diesel-only vehicle; a 100-mile-range, battery-only vehicle; or a hybrid for increased performance and fuel versatility.