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Volkswagen Taos SUV to use new version of the turbocharged EA211 engine that powers Jetta

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Volkswagen announced that the Taos compact SUV, which slots into the lineup below the Tiguan, will feature a new version of the EA211 turbocharged four-cylinder engine that currently powers the Jetta sedan. Making 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, the new engine increases in size from 1.4 Taos teaser image.

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Volvo Cars introduces EX30 small electric SUV

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Volvo Cars revealed its first premium small SUV, the all-electric EX30, in an event in Milan, Italy. Starting price for the EX30 is around €36,000—meaning customers get a premium all-electric SUV for a similar price as an internal combustion engine-powered equivalent.

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GM investing $500M+ in Arlington Assembly for future ICE SUVs

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General Motors plans to invest more than $500 million in Arlington Assembly to prepare the plant for production of future internal combustion engine (ICE) full-size SUVs, subject to successful discussions with local government officials. Power Customer Satisfaction Ranking of the top large SUVs. Initial Quality Study.

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Mazda expanding SUV lineup from 2022 on; electrification of all models by 2030; rotary engine as generator

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In Hiroshima, Mazda Motor Corporation announced plans to expand its SUV lineup globally starting from 2022. The Mazda CX-50 is a crossover SUV that will be added as a new core model to the lineup and be introduced in the US market, where a strong SUV presence as well as off-road performance are in high demand. Product group.

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BYD unveils Song PLUS mid-size SUV with new, more efficient 1.5L gasoline engine

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BYD has introduced the Song PLUS mid-size SUV at a launch event in Chengdu. The announced ICE versions of the SUV comes in four configurations, ranging from 115,800 to 143,800 CNY (US$17,133 to 21,263). The shift advantages and fine adjustments of the new 7-speed wet dual-clutch gearbox allows for remarkably smooth power outputs.

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Volvo Cars unveils flagship electric SUV EX90

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In Stockholm, Volvo Cars unveiled its new fully electric flagship SUV, the 7-seat EX90. The initially available twin-motor all-wheel drive version is powered by a 111 kWh battery and two permanent magnet electric motors together delivering—in its performance version—380 kW (517 hp) and 910 N·m of torque.

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Hyundai Motor unveils SEVEN concept electric SUV

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The concept is also engineered to achieve a target range of more than 300 miles. SEVEN has an aerodynamically pure silhouette instinctively divergent from a typical SUV. The seat arrangement is unlike traditional SUVs, with swiveling lounge chairs and a curved bench seat.

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