# Boutique Hybrid Cars The Zenos E10 Lineup Packs Plenty of Power in a Hybrid Package By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-09-06 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenos-e10 References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/zenos-e10s-track/33677/) & [zenoscars](http://www.zenoscars.com/products/zenos-e10s/) The Zenos E10 and Zenos 10 S Track, manufactured by boutique British sports car company Zenos, are a pair of racing cars that take full advantage of [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-ford-mustang-gtd) [EcoBoost](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/troy-lee-designs) hybrid engine technology. Both cars are equipped with a Ford turbocharged 2.0-liter four cylinder EcoBoost engine that produces 250 horesepower at 7,000 rpm and 295 pounds-feet of torque. The gearboxes in the Zenos E10 and E10 S sports five speeds. The brakes are the same in both vehicles. Both these cars are designed to abuse race tracks. That being the case, Zenos offers a variety of hardcore racing options including a roll cage and plumbed-in fire extinguisher. The Zenos E10 will retail for $48,879 in the UK, with the E10 Track priced at $53, 767. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hybrid Sports Cars:** Expanding the use of eco-friendly technology in the sports car industry creates opportunities for disruptive innovation. - **Boutique Auto Manufacturing:** Boutique manufacturers have a chance to compete with established brands in the sports car industry by introducing unique designs and niche products. - **Racing Car Customization:** Offering customization options for racing cars creates opportunities for boutique manufacturers to differentiate themselves and provide tailored experiences to customers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can invest in eco-friendly sports cars to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Performance Auto Parts:** There is a market for performance auto parts that integrate eco-friendly technologies, such as hybrid engines, for sports car enthusiasts. - **Luxury Sports Cars:** Luxury sports car manufacturers can differentiate themselves and expand their market by introducing eco-friendly models that appeal to affluent consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Perforated Hybrid Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aurora-v12.md) - [Track-Ready Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpine-a290.md) - [Monstrously Powerful Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerful-hybrid-suv.md) - [Sleek Track-Inspired E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-136.md) - [Limited-Run Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ace-classic-electric.md) - [Japanese Electric Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-flagship.md) - [High-Performance Electric Hypercar Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-hypercar-prototype.md) - [Electrified Retro Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-sports-car.md) - [Hybrid Convertible Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artura-spider.md)