In 1998 the Orion VI became the first North American transit bus offered with a hybrid powertrain as a regular production option.
Lead trim: Hybrid
Orion Bus Industries Orion VI1995–2003
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FactIn 1998 the Orion VI became the first North American transit bus offered with a hybrid powertrain as a regular production option.
The Orion VI was a 40-foot low-floor transit bus and the first North American bus offered with a hybrid powertrain option, in 1998.
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Trims & Figures
2 published trims in the catalogue. A blank is a figure not recorded, not zero.
| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cummins M11 diesel | 1995–2003 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hybrid | 1998–2003 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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