The group of components in a vehicle that generate power and deliver it to the road surface, water, or air.(noun)
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Use "powertrain" in a sentence
"The body structure and panels are made of carbon-fiber and the powertrain is the same adopted on the Gallardo."
"This powertrain is expected to deliver an EPA-rated 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway in 4x2 configuration, aided by newly fitted electrically-assisted steering that replaces the hydraulic one across the line."
"With a weight of only 850 lbs, the powertrain is good for a 0-60 time of about 11 seconds, and a top speed of 95 mph (electronically limited)."