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We wanted to improve performance, as well as economy. Diamond-like Carbon (DLC) valve lifters and a twin-tank oil pan further contribute to reduced internal resistance. What was already one of the lightest engines of its type was made even lighter by fitting a cylinder head with a built-in exhaust manifold.

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MPG Engine Fuel Economy Toyota 287

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NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 Prius ( earlier post ) will deliver fuel economy ratings of 54 MPG city / 50 MPG highway / 52 MPG combined. A new Eco grade model is expecting ratings of 58 MPG city / 53 MPG highway / 56 MPG combined thanks to lighter weight and further optimized aerodynamics.

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MARCH 22, 2017

Starting from a baseline 26 mpg (9.04 l/100 km) in 2016, the The ICCT team assessed increased consumer label fuel economy (as opposed to the regulatory test fuel economy) to 35 mpg (6.71 l/100 km) in 2025 and to 42–46 mpg (5.6-5.11 Starting from a baseline 26 mpg (9.04 l/100 km) in 2025 and to 42–46 mpg (5.6-5.11

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Price 210

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JUNE 23, 2014

At the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Annual Merit Review meeting in Washington, DC last week, Michael Ruth from Cummins noted that the DOE program target for the project is a fuel economy (CAFE) target of 26 mpg (9.05 l/100 km), and as such would not meet the GHG requirement of 28 mpg (8.4 Exhaust system configuration.

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mpg US) (European cycle) and CO 2 emissions to 109 g/km; this marks a reduction in consumption and CO 2 emissions in the EU test cycle by as much as 0.4 mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 114–124 g/km. mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 109–119 g/km, depending on the tire format fitted. l/100 km (57.4 l/100 km (52.3 – 57.4 Steptronic.

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JUNE 24, 2014

liter Pentastar V-6, will experience estimated fuel-economy improvements of up to 3%, compared with the conventional vehicle-engine pairings. ESS accounts for a one-mpg city-cycle fuel-economy gain in the Ram, the most fuel-efficient truck in its segment. Chrysler 200 customers who opt for the 2.4-liter

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Fuel Economy Chrysler Jeep 2015 239

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JANUARY 14, 2013

Among the many features of the new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee—introduced at the Detroit Auto Show—two in particular contribute to significantly improved fuel economy and driving performance: an optional new 3.0-liter That powertrain delivers 30 mpg (7.8 liter V-8, now achieving up to 21 mpg highway. Click to enlarge.

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Jeep MPG 2014 Fuel Economy 231

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MARCH 26, 2015

The Cummins team not only surpassed all fuel-economy targets, but also achieved criteria emissions lower than the stringent Tier 2/Bin 2 levels. Test cycle fuel economy (mpg). The Highway Fuel Economy Test (HFET) and FTP-75 Test (city) cycles demonstrated fuel economy above 35 mpg (6.72 mpg (12.45

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MAY 5, 2009

Internal GM testing of the new 2010 Equinox indicates that the front-wheel drive models with the direct-injected 2.4-liter liter I-4 engine will offer an EPA estimated 32 mpg on the highway and 22 mpg city. The 2010 Equinox will likely carry a 32 mpg highway rating. GM expects final official EPA estimates shortly.

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Fuel Economy 2010 MPG Chevrolet 150

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The revised hybrid system boosts output to 134 hp (up from 121) and 156 lb-ft (212 N·m) of torque (up from 146 lb-ft / 200 N·m), while EPA-estimated combined fuel economy reaches 47 mpg. The EPA combined fuel economy rating is 44 mpg. The upgraded hybrid system improves acceleration and mid-range power.

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Hybrid Toyota Fuel Economy Economy 459

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FEBRUARY 4, 2014

liters per 100 kilometers (60 to 51 mpg) and CO 2 emissions of 104 to 119 grams per kilometer (167 to 192 g/mile), the new ultra models from Audi are among the most efficient cars of their segment. A highly efficient SCR system removes NO x from the exhaust, said Audi Head of Powertrain Development, Dr. Stefan Knirsch. mpg) with 4.6

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APRIL 4, 2012

Nissan staged the world debut of the 5 th -generation Altima Sedan at the New York International Auto Show. liter engine option has a targeted fuel economy of 27 mpg city / 38 mpg highway / 31 mpg combined (8.7, liter engine option has a targeted fuel economy of 27 mpg city / 38 mpg highway / 31 mpg combined (8.7,

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MPG 2013 Nissan Fuel Economy 230

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MARCH 4, 2010

TSCi combustion minimizes heat loss to the cylinder walls and in the exhaust. The TSCi injection system can also be supplemented by advanced thermal management, exhaust gas recovery, electronic valves, and advanced combustion chamber geometries. L/100km), with city testing being finalized this year, estimated at 47 mpg (5.0

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Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Engine 297

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JANUARY 11, 2011

Hyundai introduced its Veloster three-door coupe in a world debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. liter direct-injected four-cylinder engine mated to Hyundai’s first dual-clutch transmission and is estimated to deliver up to 40 mpg highway. The 2012 Veloster features a new 1.6-liter liter engine.

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Hyundai MPG Fuel Economy Tucson 210

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JUNE 7, 2013

The Corolla Eco-badged models will achieve an estimated highway fuel economy rating of more than 40 mpg (5.88 Valvematic offers a broader range of continuously variable valve timing (lift and phasing) to provide optimal intake valve (not on exhaust side) operation relative to engine demands. The 2014 Corolla offers two 1.8-liter,

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North America 2014 Toyota MPG 313

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FEBRUARY 7, 2014

liter, four-cylinder engine of the new CLA 250 is a member of the BlueDIRECT family of gasoline engines, and was first applied in combination with exhaust-gas turbocharging and external high-pressure exhaust gas recirculation in the E 250 Coupé introduced last year ( earlier post ). (It l/100 km (43.6 l/100 km (43.6 Source: Vent et al.

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Fuel Economy Mercedes Diesel Fuel 236

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JANUARY 15, 2013

Lexus unveiled the all-new 2014 IS sport sedan at the North American International Auto Show. The IS 300h, which will be available in Europe, Japan,and select international markets, will employ the Lexus Hybrid Drive powertrain, based on a newly developed 2.5L Click to enlarge. liter V6 gas engine. The IS 350 features a 3.5

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Lexus MPG Hybrid Japan 225

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

seconds; its EPA estimated fuel economy rating is 42 mpg US (5.6 Combined with a cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system, the adoption of the Atkinson Cycle offers significant gains in fuel efficiency and the reduction of emissions. As a result, the exhaust temperature is lower than that of conventional engines.

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Lexus Hybrid MPG Exhaust 225

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NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Utilizing technologies such as turbocharging, direct injection, twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) and six-speed transmissions, the upgraded powertrain portfolio will deliver more than 20% in fuel economy improvement to Ford’s passenger vehicle fleet in China by 2015 while reducing tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions by 20%.

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Fuel Economy China Economy 2015 236

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engine delivers 19 mpg US city/30 highway—a 19% improvement on city fuel economy and a 25% improvement on highway fuel economy compared to the 2010 model (16 mpg city/24 highway). With a six-speed manual, the 2011 Mustang delivers 18 mpg city/29 highway, up from 18 mpg city/26 highway on the 2010 model with manual.

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2011 Fuel Economy Exhaust MPG 230

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JULY 1, 2010

100km (43 mpg US), equivalent to 143 g/km CO 2. L/100 km (41 mpg US) with associated CO 2 of 151 g/km. Both TDIs are fitted with an SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) exhaust aftertreatment system. This substance is continuously sprayed into the exhaust gases upstream of the SCR catalytic converter.

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JULY 31, 2017

Toyota’s carbon fiber closure panels for the 2017 Prius Prime and Lexus LC500 ( earlier post ), and Faurecia’s Adaptive Valve for exhaust systems employed on the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado took the top honors for the module category. Weight reduction is a key contributor to improved fuel economy. 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. Earlier post.).

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Chrysler 2017 Toyota Minivan 150

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DECEMBER 2, 2009

Fiesta—available in four- and five-door bodystyles—will offer North American buyers a new choice of 15 class-exclusive technologies and projected highway fuel economy of 40 mpg, besting the Honda Fit, Nissan Versa and Toyota Yaris and Corolla. Our fuel economy leader is now a PowerShift automatic. The Ford Fiesta’s 1.6-liter

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Los Angeles North America Ford MPG 199

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Along with specific aerodynamic enhancements, it achieves 12% greater highway fuel economy than current models equipped with the 2.4L engine; GM estimates highway fuel economy of 37 mpg US (6.4 This power capability enables the battery to capture energy during regenerative braking for improved fuel economy.

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Chevrolet MPG 2012 Sale 225

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JUNE 5, 2013

TSI with automatic cylinder deactivation (ACT) ( earlier post ) received the “Best New Engine Award” at the 2013 International Engine of the Year Awards 2013 at Engine Expo in Stuttgart, Germany. litre TSI the most successful engine in the 15-year history of this international engine technology competition. TSI with ACT.

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Engine 2013 MPG Exhaust 319

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MAY 6, 2012

In the previous model, some of the gasoline engines were mounted with a forward tilt of 10 degrees, and their exhaust side faced the radiator grille, while the exhaust side of the TDI engine faced the bulkhead. The turbocharger was redesigned for the use of low-pressure exhaust gas recirculation. liters of fuel per 100 km (57.4

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Audi Engine Exhaust Oil 334

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

liter TDCi engines and include a lean NO x trap for cleaner exhaust emissions, while friction is reduced with microscopic applications of Diamond Like Coating (DLC); engine breathing is enhanced with a Variable Nozzle Turbocharger. liter EcoBoost is equipped with the integrated exhaust manifold technology first introduced with Ford’s 1.0-liter

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Fuel Economy Ford Europe Fuel 218

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APRIL 9, 2014

improvement in city fuel economy (24.5 mpg) and a 9.2% Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) announced preliminary test results of its Dedicated-Exhaust Gas Recirculation (D-EGR) demonstration vehicle ( earlier post ) at the SAE 2014 World Congress in Detroit. Hydrogen-enriched exhaust is routed to the intake. 2014-01-1190.

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Gasoline Emissions Diesel Exhaust 317

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Volkswagen is presenting the world premiere of the redesigned 2015 Jetta sedan at the 2014 New York International Auto Show. The Jetta TDI Clean Diesel with a manual transmission delivers a manufacturer-estimated 32 city/45 highway mpg (7.35/5.23 l/100 km); its combined fuel economy is projected to be around 37 mpg (6.36

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New York 2015 Diesel Exhaust 220

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JUNE 22, 2017

Toyota unveiled the 2018 Camry at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in January. With its long-stroke and high compression ratio, multi-hole direct fuel injectors, variable cooling system and VVT-iE, this high-output powerplant takes the gasoline-powered internal combustion engine to an increased level of thermal efficiency.

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2018 Hybrid Camry Hybrid MPG 150

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The Prius Prime plug-in hybrid, unveiled at the 2016 New York International Auto Show in March ( earlier post ), features a larger 8.8 In hybrid mode, the Prius Prime exceeds all competitors’ fuel economy ratings with EPA-estimated 55 city/53 highway/54 combined MPG. Pricing starts at $27,100.

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Citroën is introducing the first members of its new PureTech family of three-cylinder gasoline engines on the C3, DS3 and C-Elysée (for international markets) ranges. mpg US) and CO 2 emissions range from 99 to 107 g/km. Reduced internal friction. Top speed is up 7 mph (11 km/h), and fuel economy is also improved by up to 1.5

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Engine Gasoline Fuel MPG 281

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Cooling air is drawn from inside the truck and vented via the built-in cabin exhausters. The newest Pentastar V-6’s advanced technologies, such as wide-range variable valve timing and two-step variable valve lift, deliver an optimized blend of power and fuel economy, based on the driver’s demand. miles per gallon (mpg) on the highway.

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2019 Hybrid Fuel Economy Volt 240

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diesel delivering 184 horsepower (137 kW), 280 lb-ft (380 N·m) of torque, CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km, and a NEDC combined fuel economy figure of 56 mpg US (4.2 l/100 km)—also a marked improvement over the A6 GTD’s 43 mpg. l/100 km)—also a marked improvement over the A6 GTD’s 43 mpg. With a new 2.0L

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Diesel Exhaust MPH MPG 304

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Hyundai introduced its Nuvis concept crossover vehicle at the New York International Auto Show. To maximize fuel economy, all of the Theta II’s major driveline and cooling system components have been optimized to reduce friction, while the crankcase has been filled with low friction oil. L/100km) city / 35 mpg US (6.7

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Hyundai Hybrid Concept Power 199

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Direct injection improves fuel economy and performance by delivering the precise amount of gasoline right into the combustion chamber. The advanced fuel injection system works in concert with Ti-VCT, which adjusts the valve timing for optimum performance, helping Focus achieve an estimated 40 mpg highway (5.9 As a DOHC design, the 2.0-liter

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Engine 2012 Ford Fuel 220

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L/100 km (51 mpg US). L/100 km (48 mpg US) on average and emits no more than 129 g/km CO 2. L/100 km (56 mpg US) will be added to the range in spring 2010. L/100 km (43 mpg US)and does not emit more than 129 g/km CO 2. L/100 km (43 mpg US)and does not emit more than 129 g/km CO 2. The top-of-the-line 2.0

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