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VW introducing 1.8L EA888 Gen 3 engine in 2014 Jetta, Passat and Beetle; driving impressions

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100 km (41 mpg US ), or 134 grams CO 2 /km (216 g/mile). now can get up to 36 mpg (6.5 l/100 km) on the highway, up from 31 mpg (7.6 At the same time, the city mileage improves from 24 to 25 mpg (9.4 l/100 km), and the overall EPA estimated combined fuel economy is now 29 mpg (8.1 l/100 km) for the 2.5-liter

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New power-dense 2.0L GDI turbo with twin-scroll turbocharger and new combustion system offered in 2013 Chevrolet Malibu

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l/100 km) and 30 mpg (7.9 Increased efficiency in all of the new Ecotec engines is achieved in part through lower engine friction, which was reduced by up to 16% using new technologies such as a variable-displacement oil pump. Additional engine features include: A precision sand-cast engine block with cast-in-place iron liners.

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2018 VW Tiguan and new 2.0 TSI B-cycle engine gives VW a strong offering in compact SUV segment

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However, it is also more fuel efficient, picking up 2 mpg on the EPA combined cycle rating—an increase of 9% over the 2017 model. (As EPA-estimated fuel economy for front-wheel drive models rises to 22 mpg in city driving, 27 mpg on the highway and 24 mpg in combined driving. Select compact SUVs. 2018 VW Tiguan.

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Road Test: Ford 2023 Escape PHEV

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Running on 87 octane, the front wheels (all-wheel drive is not available) are driven through a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that has five driver selectable drive modes of Eco, Normal, Sport, Slippery and Snow/Sand. That number jumps to 105 MPGe, or miles per gallon equivalent, when combining electricity and gasoline.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD

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The “wet” part of a DCT means it uses oil to improve lubrication and cooling. A “dry” DCT does not use oil, but is the more fuel efficient of the two types. The EPA rated the Santa Cruz’ fuel economy at 19 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined. Imagine an arrow lying on its side, connected by a red reflector strip.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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Running on 87 octane, the front wheels (all-wheel drive is not available) are driven through a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) that has five driver selectable drive modes of Eco, Normal, Sport, Slippery and Snow/Sand. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.

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Road Test: 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Grand Touring AWD

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To maximize performance and efficiency there are five driver selectable drive modes of Conserve, Normal, Excite, Slippery and Snow/Sand. The Environmental Protection Agency rates the Corsair’s fuel economy at 33 mpg highway and combined when running in hybrid mode only. A capable and efficient engine. A family resemblance.

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