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Mazda unveils CX-60 crossover in Europe; e-Skyactiv PHEV, 48V MHEVs

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Mazda Motor Europe unveiled its new crossover SUV, the CX-60. liter in-line four-cylinder Skyactiv-G gasoline engine with a 100 kW electric motor and a 355V, 17.8 liter in-line four-cylinder Skyactiv-G gasoline engine with a 100 kW electric motor and a 355V, 17.8 kWh battery pack. kWh battery pack.

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Volkswagen introduces ID.5 electric SUV coupé in Europe

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In Europe, Volkswagen has launched a new ID. 5 Pro will be powered by an electric engine in the rear delivering 128 kW; the ID.5 5 GTX is powered by e-motors on the front and rear axles that deliver 220 kW, with a top speed of 180 km/h (111 mph). 5 GTX will launch in Europe in early 2022. Like the ID.3 4, the new ID.5

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BMW introduces iX3 electric SUV; destined for China and Europe

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The BMW X3 is the first model to be available with a gasoline or diesel engine, plug-in hybrid drive system or all-electric drive system. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h [62 mph] is 6.8 seconds), with a top speed (electronically limited) of 180 km/h [112 mph]. Market launch will begin in China later in 2020.

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New top-end diesel, gasoline engines for VW Tiguan in Europe

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In Europe, the new Volkswagen Tiguan can now be ordered with two new top engines: the new 2.0 TSI engine with output of 162 kW / 220 PS familiar from the Golf GTI. Both engines come with 4Motion all-wheel drive and a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox (DSG) as standard. seconds and reaches a top speed of 220 km/h (137 mph).

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Upgraded diesel engine joins Honda Civic line-up in Europe

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liter i-DTEC diesel engine will join the Honda Civic range in Europe from March 2018, offering a combination of performance and efficiency. Honda has made significant improvements to the engine and the exhaust system to maximize real world performance. A comprehensively revised 120 PS (88 kW) 1.6-liter l/100 km (63.6

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Ford introduces new Intelligent Speed Limiter in Europe

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Ford’s Intelligent Speed Limiter technology, being introduced in Europe, can automatically help prevent drivers from exceeding speed limits—both when driving in their own country, and while driving abroad. Maximum speed for Intelligent Speed Limiter can be set and then raised or lowered in 5 mph increments.

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Four engine variants of updated Audi A5 to be equipped with 12V and 48V mild hybrid systems

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At market introduction, four A5 engine variants will be equipped with a mild hybrid system (MHEV). With the four-cylinder engines, the MHEV system is integrated into the 12-volt electrical system and into a new 48-volt main electrical system in the S TDI models. TDI V6 engine. mph) in less than 5 seconds. Audi A5 Coupé.

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