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Honda’s new 1.6L diesel i-DTEC Civic for Europe offers 65 mpg US

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The i-DTEC Civic, which will arrive in dealerships early next year, delivers fuel economy of 65 mpg US (3.6 liter i-DTEC offers maximum power output of at 4000 rpm, and 300 N·m (221 lb-ft) of torque at 2000 rpm). The new variant will be available in three trim levels. Honda is launching a Civic model equipped with a new 1.6-liter

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Orders beginning for Ford F-150 Diesel; best-in-class torque, towing, targeted EPA-est. 30 mpg

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The F-150 Power Stroke diesel features a targeted EPA-estimated 30 mpg (7.83 A common-rail fuel injection system precisely optimizes performance and fuel efficiency, while a high-pressure 29,000 pounds per square inch (2000 bar) injection calibration enables smoother, quieter operation with reduced emissions. The all-new 3.0-liter

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Buick offering 2.0L direct-injection turbo option for 2013 Verano

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turbocharged engine with direct injection and continuously variable valve timing that produces an SAE-certified 250 horsepower (187 kW) at 5300 rpm and 260 lb-ft (353 Nm) of torque at 2000 rpm. More than 90% of the Verano Turbo’s peak torque—more than 234 lb-ft—is available between 1700 to 5500 rpm.

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Mercedes-Benz introduces new Vito mid-size van; up to 41.3 mpg US, new front-wheel drive option

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The variety of diesel engines available in the new Vito is also unique in the model’s segment. This engine is available in two performance classes: 65 kW (88 hp) and 84 kW (114 hp). The new OM 622 is available with two power ratings: Vito 109 CDI, 65 kW (88 hp) at 3800 rpm, max. torque 230 N·m at 1500–2000 rpm.

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Honda CR-Z Hybrid Now On Sale in Japan; Targeting 1,000 Units Per Month

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The CR-Z represents the sixth unique version of Honda’s original IMA technology since the launch of the 2000 Insight, the first hybrid vehicle available in North America in December 1999. km/L (59 mpg US, 4.0 km/L (53 mpg US, 4.4 km/L (54 mpg US, 4.4 km/L (48 mpg US, 4.9 CR-Z combines a 1.5-liter

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Jeep Cherokee in Europe gains new 2.2L MultiJet II diesel

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liter MultiJet II diesel engine, available with 185 hp (138 kW) and 200 hp (149 kW) outputs, and offering a significantly wider spread of torque from low rpm, greater power, improved performance and better fuel economy than the out-going two-liter 170 hp automatic engine. mpg US and CO 2 emissions of 150 g/km. mpg US) and 150 g/km.

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New gen 2.0L diesel for BMW 220d Coupe, Active Tourer; coming 3-cylinder diesel

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mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 119 – 115 g/km). mpg US) and a CO 2 level of 115 to 107 grams per km. mpg US), with CO 2 of 107 and 99 grams respectively (figures as per EU-test cycle, depending on selected tire size). mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 104 – 99 g/km. l/100 km (52.3 - 53.5 liters/100 km (53.5 liters (57.4

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