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Audi Sets US Pricing for 2010 MY A3 TDI Clean Diesel; Arrives in Showrooms in Late November 2009

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Audi announced pricing for the 2010 A3 TDI, its second US clean diesel offering launched this year. L/100km) highway cycle fuel economy—the highest highway fuel economy in the luxury car category, according to US Environmental Protection Agency estimates. L/100 km (50.0 Earlier post.).

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Lincoln to Price MKZ Hybrid at Parity with Gasoline Model

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As a comparison, the 2011 Lexus HS 250h Standard—which Ford uses as the MKZ Hybrid’s closest competition— carries an MSRP of $35,100; the premium model for 2011 carries an MSRP of $37,870. The 2011 HS 250h models go on sale this fall as well. The 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. Click to enlarge.

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Total Sales of Toyota and Lexus Hybrids Top 1M Mark in US

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Spring 2009 will mark the launch of the third-generation Prius, followed by the summer arrival of the second-generation 2010 Lexus RX 450h. The all-new RX Hybrid will feature an updated version of Lexus Hybrid Drive that will improve fuel economy by up to 20% while generating 27 more horsepower than its predecessor.

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Ford Introduces 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid; Projected 41 mpg City

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Ford notes that the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid’s projected fuel economy tops its nearest competitor—the 2010 Lexus HS 250h—by 6 mpg, while providing room for one more passenger and more standard luxury and segment-exclusive safety features. Earlier post.)

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Lexus Will Bring CT 200h Premium Compact Hybrid To US Market in Early 2011

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The sporty five-door will be on display 31 March through 11 April at the 2010 New York International Auto Show. The new CT 200h debuted at the 2010 Geneva Auto Show in early March and will join the HS 250h as Lexus’ second dedicated hybrid. Earlier post.). The CT 200h is powered by a 1.8L

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2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid EPA-Rated at 41 mpg City/36 mpg Highway; Most Fuel Efficient Luxury Sedan in US

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Lincoln’s 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid ( earlier post ) now officially carries an EPA-certified 41 mpg rating in city driving and 36 mpg on the highway, making it the officially the most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in the US. The 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid’s final fuel economy certification was completed this week.

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