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The Dodge EPIC was a Concept Car created by DaimlerChrysler under the Marque of Dodge . The EPIC was first shown at the 1992 North American International Auto Show . EPIC stands for ''Electric Power Inter-urban Commuter''. It was the first Hybrid Minivan .


ENGINE AND DESIGN

The EPIC uses an I4 engine which is powered by an emission-free powertrain. The powertrain features nickel iron batteries that can give up to 120 miles on only one charge. The EPIC uses a four-gear Automatic Transmission . The design was at the time more futuristic. Unlike any other Minivan , the EPIC had the modern oval-shaped body, which wasn't adapted into production minivans until about three years later. This vehicle was also one of the first signs of the Hybrid Vehicle s.


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