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Toyota introducing new powertrain units based on TNGA; transmissions, engine, hybrid system, 4WD

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This new setup not only improves the efficiency of belt use, but also enables the adoption of wider gear ranges, thereby realizing a class-leading gear ratio range of 7.5 liter class. kWh NiMH pack with 180 cells (6.5 In line with the adoption of a launch gear, belt use is now specified for higher gear ratios. Ah, 212 V).

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More Details on the Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Powertrain; 42 mpg US Combined

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seconds; its EPA estimated fuel economy rating is 42 mpg US (5.6 The new Lexus full hybrid targets class-leading emissions and also generates significantly less NO x and particulate emissions than an equivalent diesel engine vehicle, Toyota points out. As a result, the exhaust temperature is lower than that of conventional engines.

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Prius c hybrid goes on sale in US with entry MSRP of $18,950; new transaxle, motor technology

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Ah NiMH battery and a variable-voltage system in which a boost converter boosts the operating voltage of the system to a maximum of 520 V DC. Estimated EPA fuel economy ratings are 53/46/50 mpg US city/highway/combined (4.4/5.1/4.7 Exhaust Heat Recirculation heats engine coolant using a newly designed heat exchanger.

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Volkswagen targeting 5% of Jetta sales in US with new sporty Hybrid model; expected 45 mpg combined

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Volkswagen, seeing the hybrid as complementary to the Jetta TDI diesel in attracting different, yet equally fuel-economy-conscious buyers, is initially targeting 5% of Jetta sales in the US for the new hybrid model. kWh Li-ion battery pack. The company anticipates EPA-rated combined mileage of around 45 mpg US (5.2 Earlier post.)

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