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JULY 16, 2013

Ford is boosting the on-road fuel economy performance of its 2013 model year hybrid vehicles in the US and Canada. Starting in August, the company will make calibration updates for owners at dealerships designed to improve on-road fuel economy of the 2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid, 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid and 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Consumer Reports’ own fuel economy tests of vehicles equipped with small turbocharged engines has found in many cases that the turbocharged cars tested by CR have slower acceleration and no better fuel economy than the models with larger conventional engines, the organization said. l/100 km) figures—i.e., Earlier post.).

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JANUARY 2, 2013

liter W12 combined with a close-ratio eight-speed ZF transmission to deliver a 15% improvement in fuel economy. Provisional EPA fuel economy ratings for the convertible are 12 mpg city, 20 mpg highway, and 15 mpg combined. The twin-turbocharged, 48-valve, W12 engine powers the new convertible to 60 mph in 4.1

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JUNE 9, 2012

The Freightliner Trucks 2014 Cascadia Evolution—powered only by the newly designed Detroit DD15 engine and featuring enhanced aerodynamic specs—delivered fuel economy of 10.67 mile closed-course track for 1,000 miles nonstop at an average speed of 60 mph, with a GCW of 76,000 lbs. mpg US (22 L.100km) Click to enlarge.

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JANUARY 17, 2013

Ford’s new Fusion Energi—its second plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and its third plug-in electric vehicle on the market—has an EPA-rated total range of up to 620 miles and an all-electric range of 21 miles. The Fusion Energi has a electric-only speed of 85 mph (137 km/h)—23 mph more than Toyota Prius plug-in.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

In the US, Volkswagen’s updated 2017 e-Golf now carries an an EPA-estimated range of 125 miles—a 50% increase over the previous model year. The 2017 e-Golf runs zero to 60 mph faster than its predecessor—now in 9.6 seconds—and its top speed increases to 93 mph.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2014

EcoBoost four-cylinder it replaces, with no compromise in fuel economy anticipated. It improves highway passing times 10% at speeds between 55 mph and 75 mph (89 and 121 km/h). While EPA results are not yet certified, Ford anticipates no sacrifice in overall fuel efficiency. Click to enlarge. liter EcoBoost engine.

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MARCH 16, 2012

The city and highway fuel economy ratings for the new Ford Police Interceptors (PI) have increased by 25% over the retired Crown Victoria. Fuel economy at idle improves 35% on the Police Interceptor sedan and 32% on the Police Interceptor utility vehicle. Fuel economy test results from the LA Sheriff’s Department 2012 evaluations.

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MARCH 16, 2012

The city and highway fuel economy ratings for the new Ford Police Interceptors (PI) have increased by 25% over the retired Crown Victoria. Fuel economy at idle improves 35% on the Police Interceptor sedan and 32% on the Police Interceptor utility vehicle. Fuel economy test results from the LA Sheriff’s Department 2012 evaluations.

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Fuel Economy Economy Tahoe Ford 225

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DECEMBER 6, 2012

Road testing by Consumer Reports has found the fuel economy on the 2013 Fusion Hybrid sedan and new C-Max Hybrid falling far short below Ford (and EPA) triple 47 mpg (5.0 Yes, the disclaimer on EPA fuel-economy labels notes that “your results may differ.” Consumer Reports has reported its fuel-economy results to the EPA.

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JULY 29, 2023

The team found that cold weather saps about 25% of range when cruising at 70 mph compared with the same conditions in mild weather. Another difference between ICE cars and EVs is that during constant cruising, an ICE car attains its best fuel economy. 4 exceeded their EPA rating on the warm day. 4, which is the heaviest.

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JUNE 10, 2013

Audi has now announced pricing and fuel economy figures for the 2014 A6, A7 and Q5 TDI models, expected to begin arriving at US dealers in late Summer 2013. EPA estimated fuel economy figures for the clean diesel introductions are as follows: Audi MY 2014 US diesel lineup. Earlier post.). The 2014 Audi A6 TDI starts at $57,500.

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OCTOBER 25, 2016

liter engine offers an increase of 16 hp and 21 lb-ft of torque compared to the previous generation A3 1.8T, along with EPA-estimated combined cycle fuel economy of 29 mpg (8.1 l/100km), compared to an EPA-rated 27 mpg (8.7 This new 2.0-liter l/100 km) from the 2016 A3 with the 1.8-liter liter engine (a 7.4% improvement).

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Fuel Economy 2017 Audi Economy 150

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MAY 22, 2014

liter ECOTEC engine, an addition that improves the vehicle’s city fuel economy by nearly 5%, or one mile per gallon. Impala with stop/start yields an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 22 mpg city (10.7 The technology helps improve the Malibu’s city fuel economy by 14%. engine with stop/start, and a premium 3.6L

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Rear-wheel-drive-equipped Explorer Limited Hybrid has an EPA-estimated rating of 27 mpg city /29 mpg highway/28 mpg combined, while a four-wheel-drive version has an EPA-estimated rating of 23 mpg city/26 mpg highway/25 mpg combined. liter-equipped model in 0-60 mph by 1.1 seconds and in the 0-100 mph run by 4.7

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JANUARY 13, 2015

Hyundai expects the 2016 Sonata Hybrid to improve fuel economy more than 10%. Sonata Hybrid’s Transmission-Mounted Electrical Device (TMED) delivers the same responsive, engaging driving characteristics Sonata owners expect while improving fuel economy through the use of the larger electric motor.

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MARCH 25, 2015

Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 EGHR improves engine warm up and assures consistent fuel economy performance in cold weather. engine with start/stop. An 80-cell, 1.5

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JUNE 25, 2012

Toyota anticipates the hybrid model will achieve an EPA-rating of 40 mpg US (5.88 The all-aluminum six-cylinder engine will produce 268 hp (200 kW) and 248 lb-ft (336 N·m) of torque, which will propel the new sedan to 60 mph in under seven seconds. L/100km) combined. The conventional 2013 Avalon will feature a proven 3.5-liter,

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MAY 3, 2013

Final US EPA label values will be calculated closer to the time the car is on sale in the United States. At speeds up to 50 km/h (31 mph), when the front wheels are turned the system steers the rear wheels in the opposite direction. At speeds above 80 km/h (50 mph), the system steers the rear wheels parallel to the turned front wheels.

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JANUARY 31, 2013

Despite the performance on offer--60 mph will flash by in only 6.4 Audi's A8 L may be a big vehicle, but with one of Audi's famed TDI engines under the hood, you know it's unlikely to drink fuel like a big vehicle. That TDI engine is a 3.0-liter liter V-6, developing 240 horsepower and a chunky 406 pounds-feet of torque.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid—unveiled earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show ( earlier post ) and the eighth hybrid in Toyota’s line-up—will receive EPA ratings of 34 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 33 mpg combined (6.9, The RAV4 Hybrid will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 8.1

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FEBRUARY 16, 2024

My biggest gripe was an intrusion of outside noise above 60 mph. I get it – sound deadening equals fuel-economy killing weight. Fuel economy is listed at 52 mpg across the board for city/highway/combined. Either way, good numbers though real-world fuel economy often falls short of the EPA rating, as it did here.

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DECEMBER 17, 2020

For 2021, Toyota has fully rebooted the Mirai, originally offered in 2016, as a premium rear-wheel drive sports-luxury fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) with striking design, cutting-edge technology, more engaging driving performance and a significantly longer EPA-estimated range rating. Luxury Car Chassis.

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JUNE 13, 2012

Acceleration from 0-60 mph is an estimated 6.2 Verano and the Regal luxury sport sedan are available exclusively with four-cylinder engines, while the LaCrosse luxury sedan comes standard with a four-cylinder engine paired with eAssist technology, which uses an electric motor and battery to boost both performance and fuel economy.

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JUNE 29, 2023

It equals the non-hybrid ES 250 in acceleration (0–60 mph in about 8 seconds) but roundly thumps it in fuel economy with an EPA-estimated combined rating of 44 mpg. A hybrid ES 300h pairs a 2.5L inline-four with electrified guts to produce a total system output of 215 horsepower.

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MARCH 17, 2015

liter EcoBoost engine returns EPA-estimated fuel economy of 42 mpg (5.6 liter EcoBoost, has a top speed of 154 mph (248 km/h) , yet still returns EPA-estimated fuel economy of 32 mpg (7.34 In its most efficient configuration, the 2015 Focus SFE with 1.0-liter l/100 km) highway. Focus ST, with its 252-horsepower 2.0-liter

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2011

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 The Accent is EPA rated at 30 mpg city and 40 on the highway). turbo Sonic can reach 60 mph in 8.2 manual delivers fuel economy of 26 mpg city (9.0 L/100km) combined.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Ford engineers also have made revisions to the Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) to make Focus feel more connected to the road and easier to drive. Active City Stop now operates for the new Focus at speeds of up to 50 km/h (31 mph), increased from 30 km/h (19 mph).

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MARCH 14, 2013

BMW 328d will be powered by a TwinPower Turbo 4 cylinder engine, delivering 180 hp (134 kW) and 280 lb-ft (380 N·m ) of torque, propelling the vehicle from 0 to 60 mph in about 7.2 seconds while getting fuel economy that could exceed 40 mpg (5.9 Official US EPA estimates will be available closer to the launch of the 328d.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

This can replenish three hours of driving at 60 mph in about half an hour, which is the convenience inflection point for travelers at a highway rest stop, according to Tesla. Model S comes with three battery options; the 85 kWh Model S has received a US fuel economy rating of 89 MPGe and an EPA-rated range of 265 miles.

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MARCH 23, 2012

turbo six-speed automatic delivers an EPA-estimated 37 mpg highway and 27 mpg in the city (6.36 The 6T40’s wide overall gear ratio spread provides everything from strong first gear acceleration to fifth and sixth gear overdrive gears for strong highway fuel economy. The Chevrolet Sonic’s Ecotec 1.4L The 2012 Chevy Sonic Ecotec 1.4L

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JUNE 21, 2017

turbo engine offers 252 horsepower (188 kW) and can click off 0-to-60-mph in an estimated 7.2 Fuel economy. Lower weight makes a difference in fuel economy, and the 2018 Equinox delivers EPA ratings of 32 mpg and 29 mpg highway, respectively, for the standard 1.5L For those looking for more power, the 2.0L turbo and 2.0L

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OCTOBER 20, 2016

liter engine, is half a second faster on the 0-60 mph sprint; nearly 500 pounds lighter; and up to 22% more fuel-efficient than the previous generation Q7 3.0T engine reaches 60 mph a half-second faster than the previous generation 2015 Q7 3.0T Fuel economy (comb.). Audi of America is offering a new 2.0-liter With the 2.0

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FEBRUARY 28, 2012

While in EV Mode, the Prius Plug-in is rated by the EPA to drive up to 11 miles. It’s also capable of traveling up to 62 mph (100 km/h) using electric power alone. In hybrid mode, it has an EPA combined mileage rating of 50 mpg. These grants are available when a vehicle is either purchased or leased for 36 months or longer.

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OCTOBER 7, 2016

The 2017 Prius Prime offers an EPA-estimated 133 MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent)—a substantial 26% enhancement over its predecessor model, the Prius Plug-in Hybrid, as a result of greater battery capacity and the improved hybrid system. The EPA-estimated all-electric range is up to 25 miles at up to 84 mph.

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DECEMBER 11, 2011

The 640i Gran Coupe can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 5.4 Top speed is electronically governed at 155 mph (250 km/h). EPA fuel economy ratings will be available closer to the on-sale date in the USA. The new BMW 650i Gran Coupe accelerates from 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100km/h) in 4.6 L/100km (30.2

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MARCH 11, 2014

fuel-efficiency gain at 65 mph and 9-12% when combined with ATDynamics-Transtex skirts and other minor trailer modifications, the company says. Addressing the low pressure suction drag at the back of tractor-trailers, which acts as a vacuum and significantly reduces fuel economy, is a key part of meeting the project goal.

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