Super ultra-low emissions vehicle (SULEV) is a U.S. classification for passenger vehicle emissions. The classification is based on producing 90% fewer emissions than the average gasoline-powered vehicle.[1] The SULEV standard is stricter than the standard for LEV (low emission vehicle) and ULEV (ultra-low-emission vehicle), however not as strict as PZEV (partial zero-emissions vehicle) which meets the SULEV standard for tailpipe emissions, but has zero instead of reduced evaporative emissions.[2][irrelevant citation] Japan also offers an SU-LEV classification, for vehicles that show a 75 percent reduction in emissions vis-à-vis the 2005 emissions standards.
Examples[edit]
Examples of vehicles delivering SULEV emissions performance include:
- Honda Accord 2000-[when?][3]
- Honda Insight (CVT transmission models only)[4]
- Honda Civic Hybrid CVT transmission models only, AT-PZEV available in certain states[5]
- Honda Civic GX Natural Gas
- Honda CR-Z (AT-PZEV)
- Toyota Prius[1]
- Ford Focus SULEV[6]
- BMW SULEV 230i, i3 REx, 128i, 328i, 325i, 325Ci, and 325iT[7]
- Subaru PZEV Vehicles beginning with 2008 year models including Forester, Outback, Impreza and Legacy[8]
- Chevrolet Volt[9]
- Hyundai Elantra[10][irrelevant citation]
- Lexus CT200h
- Honda Clarity PHEV 2018 - LEV3-SULEV20
- Kia Forte
- Volkswagen Jetta[11]
- Mini Cooper Hardtop 4-Door[12]
- Toyota RAV4 Hybrid[13]
- Pontiac Grand Prix, 3800 V6 equipped vehicles beginning with the 2005 model year
- Toyota Highlander Hybrid[14]
- Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid[15]
- Volvo S80 PZEV[16]
Tax incentives[edit]
In California, manufacturers of SULEVs can be given a partial credit for producing a zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) and so a vehicle of this type can be administratively designated as a partial zero-emissions vehicle (PZEV). In order to qualify as a PZEV, a vehicle must meet the SULEV standard and, in addition, have zero evaporative emissions from its fuel system plus a 15-year/150,000 mi (241,402 km) warranty on its emission-control components.
In the case of hybrid vehicles this warranty is extended to the electric propulsion components (electric motor/generator/starter, battery, inverter, controls) and their mechanical interface to the driveline. However, the high-voltage battery warranty is limited to ten years (but still 150,000 miles).
See California AB 1493 [1].
See also[edit]
- US emission standard – Vehicle emission regulations
- Automaker – Organizations involved with motor vehicles
- California Air Resources Board – Clean air agency in California, United States
- Car dealership – Business which sells, buys, and trades new and/or used cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans
- Ultra-low-emission vehicle – vehicles that emit low levels of emissions
- Partial zero-emissions vehicle
- Zero-emission vehicle – Class of motor vehicle
References[edit]
- ^ a b "What is a Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle?". Treehugger. Retrieved 13 April 2024.
- ^ "Culture". CNET. Retrieved 30 July 2023.
- ^ "Honda Article".[dead link]
- ^ "InsightCentral.net - Knowledge Base - Honda Insight Emissions Standards". Archived from the original on 1 April 2003.
- ^ "Honda Worldwide | World News | News Releases | June 12, 2003". Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 9 February 2016.
- ^ Focus Specifications, ford.com [dead link]
- ^ "HowStuffWorks - Learn How Everything Works!".[dead link]
- ^ "It's What Makes a Subaru, a Subaru: Controlling Emissions - Part Two". Archived from the original on 25 April 2012. Retrieved 14 January 2012.
- ^ "Chevy Volt gets a Low Emissions Package for California; HOV lanes access". 17 November 2011. Retrieved 13 April 2024.
- ^ "New Car Reviews, Recalls and Sales: Sedans, SUVs and More". Good Housekeeping. Retrieved 30 July 2023.
- ^ "2021 Jetta from Volkswagen".[dead link]
- ^ "2016 MINI Cooper Hardtop 4 Door Pricing, Specs & Reviews - J.D. Power Cars". Archived from the original on 24 April 2016.
- ^ "2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Product Information". Retrieved 3 October 2016.[dead link]
- ^ "3 Things You Didn't Know About the 2018 Highlander Hybrid". www.smarttoyota.com. 24 May 2018. Retrieved 9 July 2018.
- ^ "Eligible Vehicles - Single Occupant Carpool Lane Use Stickers". www.arb.ca.gov. Retrieved 19 June 2019.[dead link]
- ^ "Volvo S80 Owner's Manual" (PDF). Retrieved 1 July 2020.
External links[edit]
- "University of California, Riverside Study Shows Accelerated Introduction of Super-Clean Cars Will Help Los Angeles Meet Federal Smog Standards by 2010" (Press release). University of California, Riverside. 23 September 2003. Retrieved 10 July 2011.
- "Climate Change Program". California Environmental Protection Agency. Retrieved 10 July 2011.
- "Los Angeles Green Vehicle List for Smog & Green House Gas Reductions - Updated December 2011" (PDF). Retrieved 5 January 2012.