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Audi introducing 5-door A1 Sportback; fuel consumption as low as 62 mpg US for diesel versions

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All the engines follow the downsizing principle of substituting forced induction for displacement. lb-ft) of torque, a zero-to-100 km/h (62 mph) time of 7.0 seconds and a top speed of 227 km/h (141 mph). liter engine is available in two different versions, with 66 kW (90 hp) and 77 kW (105 hp). All versions except the 1.6

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Volkswagen Emphasizes Downsizing at 30th Vienna Engine Symposium; Highlights 1.2 TSI and 1.6 TDI

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Continuing to emphasize a downsizing approach, Volkswagen presented two new engines at the at the 30 th Vienna Engine Symposium (7-8 May): the 1.2-liter Both engines will be available to order for the new Polo and the Golf this year. Downsizing is rigorously being developed in the volume segments with the 1.2 Click to enlarge.

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Buick offering 2.0L direct-injection turbo option for 2013 Verano

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Acceleration from 0-60 mph is an estimated 6.2 More than 90% of the Verano Turbo’s peak torque—more than 234 lb-ft—is available between 1700 to 5500 rpm. The Verano Turbo will be available with a choice of a six-speed automatic transmission or a six-speed manual gearbox. Verano’s standard Ecotec 2.4L

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Volkswagen introduces Polo Blue GT with cylinder deactivation

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l/100 km (51 mpg US), equivalent to 107 g/km CO 2 ). mpg US), or 105 g/km CO 2. With a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph), the Polo Blue GT accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.9 With a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph), the Polo Blue GT accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.9 l/100 km (52.3

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Hyundai introduces hybrid version of new Sonata; 10% improvement in fuel economy over predecessor

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The 2016 Sonata Hybrid features a downsized 2.0-liter It is possible for Sonata Hybrid to operate solely on electric power at speeds up to 75 mph (120 km/h) by decoupling the gasoline engine from the rest of the drivetrain. Hyundai expects the 2016 Sonata Hybrid to improve fuel economy more than 10%.

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Peugeot Launches New Marque Plan with Downsizing, Hybrids and Plug-ins for Two-, Three- and Four-Wheeled Vehicles; Unveils SR1 Hybrid Concept

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Peugeot continues to improve engine efficiency with a downsizing strategy for its gasoline and HDi FAP diesel engines. Offering good response when starting off, excellent acceleration and a top speed of 130 km/h (81 mph), it is designed for the urban and suburban traffic of Europe’s large cities. 100 km (62 mpg US) and 99g of CO 2 /km.

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Downsized 4.0 TFSI for Audi S8 cuts fuel consumption 23% compared to predecessor; cylinder deactivation and start-stop

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liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (23 mpg US mpg). liters per 100 km (23 mpg US), the Audi S8 is significantly more fuel efficient than its competitors, according to Audi. mph), the new technology reduces the fuel consumption of the 4.0 It works with both of the available sound systems. The newly developed 4.0

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