I think maybe this is between the ears of the reporters...
The biggest power of petrol model is 85 kW/5600 r/min and the hybrid's 90 kW (116 and 122 hp)
Maximium torque in petrol C-HR is 185 Nm/1500 r/min and the hybrid's 142 Nm/3600 r/min,
I think here is the reason, petrol has more torque in low revs than hybrid.
Anyhow the hybrid is more economical in fast driving than petrol.
I don't mind the hybrid's engine noise under acceleration, it's only sporty :-D
The biggest power of petrol model is 85 kW/5600 r/min and the hybrid's 90 kW (116 and 122 hp)
Maximium torque in petrol C-HR is 185 Nm/1500 r/min and the hybrid's 142 Nm/3600 r/min,
I think here is the reason, petrol has more torque in low revs than hybrid.
Anyhow the hybrid is more economical in fast driving than petrol.
I don't mind the hybrid's engine noise under acceleration, it's only sporty :-D