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Volkswagen continues to optimize its EA888 workhorse engine; fourth evolution in 2022 Golf GTI and R

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Volkswagen has continued to evolve its small displacement turbocharging technology with each new engine generation. In 2022, the fourth evolution of the EA888 pushes state-of-the-art turbocharged engine design further still; it is one of the most advanced Volkswagen engines ever built. liters (1,984 cc). 1 for the GTI.

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New Toyota Highlander turbocharged engine offers more torque and fewer emissions

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The 2023 Toyota Highlander gas models are equipped with a new, higher-torque, high-efficiency turbocharged engine. liter V6 engine’s 263 lb-ft (357 N·m). Fuel efficiency is also improved for this higher-torque engine with an EPA-estimate of up to 25 MPG combined. The 265-horsepower, 2.4-liter Highlander Hybrid.

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Toyota introducing Corolla Hybrid to US at LA Auto Show; at least 50 mpg

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The new hybrid version of Toyota’s all-time best-selling car series achieves at least 50 mpg (4.7 The model adapts the latest Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive from the new-generation Prius, already proven as an MPG winner. At mid-range and high engine loads, the preload differential functions as an open differential. The engine.

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New generation VW Polo features more fuel-efficient engines and advanced driver assistance; Polo TDI BlueMotion with 73.5 mpg

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Volkswagen is introducing its next generation of the supermini (B segment) Polo, featuring a range of new EU6 engines that are up to 21% more fuel-efficient and new driver assistance technologies. mpg US ), or 82 g/km CO 2. mpg US ) and 94 g/km CO 2. Gasoline engines. mpg US ) and 128 g/km CO 2 to 4.6 l/100 km (73.5

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Elio Motors unveils engine prototype for 84 mpg highway 3-wheeler

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Elio Motors, the start-up developing a $6,800, 84-mpg- (2.8l/100 100 km) three-wheeled vehicle with a target date of 2016, unveiled its engine prototype: a 0.9-liter, We are literally trying to reinvent the auto industry, so why go the conventional route and rework someone else’s engine? liter, 3-cylinder unit developed by IAV.

MPG 150
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Renault introducing three Energy engines in the Mégane Collection 2012; fuel economy up to 67 mpg US

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L/100km, equivalent to 67 mpg US. Renault is introducing three new Energy engines ( earlier post ) in its Mégane Collection 2012: the new turbocharged, gasoline direct-injection Energy TCE 115 di; the Energy dCi 130; and the Energy dCi 110, with NEDC fuel consumption of 3.5 liters/100 km (67 mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 90 g/km.

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2012 Chevy Sonic with 1.4L Turbo delivers 40 mpg on highway

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turbo delivers an EPA-estimated 40 mpg US (5.9 L/100km) on the highway with a six-speed manual transmission and city fuel economy of 29 mpg (8.1 L/100km), resulting in 33 mpg US (7.1 The Accent is EPA rated at 30 mpg city and 40 on the highway). Along with achieving 40 mpg, the 1.4L L/100km) and 35 mpg highway.

MPG 262