Recognizing the growing market demand for Dedicated Hybrid Transmissions (DHTs) in A- and B-class vehicles, Punch Powertrain is strengthening its position as a leader in automotive propulsion innovation with the launch of a new entry-level hybrid transmission for global markets. The DHT120/150 stands out for its technological performance in the compact vehicle segment and is poised to establish a new market category—setting benchmarks in efficiency, advanced control systems, energy management, and affordability.
How the DHT120/150 stands out
The DHT120/150 is a dual-inverter, dual-motor hybrid transmission engineered to deliver high efficiency and seamless power transitions for sub-2L gasoline engines in both Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs). Its compact design, featuring the shortest axial length in its class and 5-axis architecture, positions it to lead a new segment in automotive transmissions for compact A- and B-class vehicles. This class of vehicles is critical in terms of pricing and while they still need to help bringing fleet CO2 emissions down, selling them as costly EVs is still challenging. However, adopting Punch Powertrain’s entry-level DHT, greatly helps the balance between emission reduction and affordability.
With a dual electric motor in a P1/P3 configuration, the DHT120/150 is designed for an input torque range of 150 to 250 Nm. The DHT120/150’s high-efficiency architecture includes a fully actively controllable lubrication system that reduces oil filling by 1L.
Key Features of the DHT 120/150
Features | DHT120 | DHT150 | Competing DHTs |
Compactness | 5-shaft architecture | 5-shaft architecture | 6-7 shaft architecture |
Weight | Total weight of 95 kg including oil | Total weight of 109 kg including oil | Total weight of 136 kg including oil |
Fuel Saving | 35% | 44% | < 30% |
Clutch | Electromechanical clutch: efficiency improvement of 1%. | Electromechanical clutch: efficiency improvement of 1%. | Wet hydraulic clutch |
Punch Powertrain’s latest innovation, the DHT120/150, is designed to provide a more sustainable and modular solution for hybrid vehicles, with a focus on the A and B segment.
Innovative product at an affordable cost
The DHT120/150’s compact architecture and reduced shaft count enhance its cost-efficiency, making it more affordable than competing solutions. To further increase cost advantages for OEMs, the Punch Powertrain team has developed key components—such as the dual inverter, digital controls, e-pump, and park lock system—in-house, significantly reducing parts and assembly costs.
Punch Powertrain’s latest innovation, the DHT120/150, is designed to provide a more sustainable and modular solution for hybrid vehicles, with a focus on the A and B segment. As the automotive industry moves toward a greener future, drastically reducing emissions and improving energy efficiency have become essential goals. With the introduction of the DHT120/150, Punch Powertrain reaffirms its commitment to sustainability and affordability.
