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The new hybrid version of Toyota’s all-time best-selling car series achieves at least 50 mpg (4.7 The model adapts the latest Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive from the new-generation Prius, already proven as an MPG winner. suite of active safety systems comes standard on the hybrid. l/100 km) combined fuel economy (projected).

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Chevrolet’s 2015 City Express cargo van, the company’s first entry into the small van segment, will offer an EPA-estimated 24 mpg city and 26 mpg highway, resulting in 25 mpg combined (9.8, The vehicle’s 2.0L EcoBoost offers 25 mpg combined, with 22 mpg city and 30 mpg highway. feet (11.2

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JANUARY 18, 2018

Fabien Redon, Vice President, Technology Development at Achates, said they estimate that the OPGCI pickup will achieve 37 mpg (6.35 l/100 km) on the combined cycle—nearly five MPG better than the proposed CAFE 2025 requirements for a vehicle of a similar size. The OP engine produces 270 hp and 480 lb-ft (651 N·m).

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AUGUST 18, 2017

Audi’s two latest natural-gas alternatives in the midsize category—the new A4 Avant g-tron ( earlier post ) and the new A5 Sportback g-tron—are now available for order in Europe. Over the standard cycle the A4 Avant g-tron with S tronic uses 3.8 mpg US) and 126 grams of CO 2 per kilometer (202.8 mi) available.

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The EPA-rated 50 mpg (4.7 The 2014 Accord Hybrid, equipped with a two-motor hybrid system, also carries EPA ratings of 45 mpg highway and 47 mpg combined (5.2 The 2014 Accord Hybrid, equipped with a two-motor hybrid system, also carries EPA ratings of 45 mpg highway and 47 mpg combined (5.2

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Debuting a more powerful hybrid system and available Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive, the 2023 Corolla Hybrid also gains new safety and multimedia systems, updated styling and new paint colors. The XLE grade is now only available as a hybrid for 2023. The EPA combined fuel economy rating is 44 mpg.

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Hybrid Toyota Fuel Economy Economy 459

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JUNE 20, 2014

Hyundai announced the third powertrain available in the 2015 Sonata: the Sonata Eco. liter turbocharged Gamma four-cylinder engine ( earlier post )—already available in the Veloster—producing an estimated 177 horsepower (132 kW) and 195 lb-ft (264 N·m) of torque. l/100 km) and 38 mpg (6.2 2015 Sonata Eco.

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The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid LT ( earlier post ) will be available this spring with a starting price of $28,645. With an all-new, hybrid powertrain that uses a slightly modified drive unit and electric motors used in the 2016 Chevrolet Volt, the Malibu Hybrid offers a GM-estimated 48 mpg city, 45 mpg highway, and 47 mpg combined (4.9,

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Malibu Hybrid Chevrolet MPG 2016 150

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Toyota projects fuel economy of 52 mpg city / 48 mpg highway / 50 mpg combined for the AWD-e model, and estimates that the AWD-e model—which is debuting at the LA Auto Show—could account for as much as 25% of annual US Prius sales. The XLE and Limited grades include Standard Smart Key System on three doors.

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Mated with a responsive new transmission, the 2022 Rogue delivers improved power, best-in-class gasoline-engine fuel economy, most standard torque of any gasoline engine in its class and a more thrilling driving experience. Rogue also maintains the most standard safety technology in its class for 2022.

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Engine Fuel Economy Nissan Oil 417

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liter engine and next-generation Xtronic CVT with sub-planetary gear, offers combined fuel economy of 34 mpg (6.9 With the FE+ models, Sentra achieves up to 40 mpg (5.88 Other CVT-equipped models are rated at 39 mpg (6.03 All CVT models achieve a best-in-class EPA rated 34 mpg combined (City and Highway).

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Fuel Economy MPG 2013 Economy 231

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But at the same time, we didn’t want to resort to costly technology to reduce consumption, as this would have driven the vehicle price up too much. 85 N·m 63 lb-ft) of torque is available from as little as 2,000 rpm. New AYGO comes in both standard and Eco-versions. mpg US increasing to 57.4 for the Eco variant.

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MPG Engine Fuel Economy Toyota 287

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JUNE 23, 2017

A new report from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) estimates Consumer benefits of increased efficiency in 2025-2030 light-duty vehicles in the US. Those who finance their vehicles will see a net positive cash flow—again, specific to the additional cost of technology—starting immediately.

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Buick says this represents “the fluid movement of future vehicle design.” It’s revamped its portfolio to reflect a fresh new lineup of SUVs, including the 2025 Enclave, its flagship three-row vehicle. Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance technology is also available across all trims (a first for Buick).

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Buick MPG SUV Oregon 116

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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao announced that EPA intends to reconsider its final determination issued on 12 January 2017 which recommended no change to the greenhouse gas standards for light duty vehicles for model years 2022- 2025. Earlier post.)

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EPA Standards Light Gas 150

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Transit Connect Taxi , when equipped with available 1.5-liter liter EcoBlue diesel engine, is targeted to return an EPA-estimated Highway rating of at least 30 mpg. Final EPA-estimated ratings available early 2019. It is also available with School Bus Yellow paint. A low vehicle floor ensures easy step-ups and step-downs.

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Taxi Diesel Ford Transit Connect 247

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A 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is standard in HEV and PHEV. Improved cooling, friction and combustion technologies ensure maximum fuel efficiency, and Niro HEV returns a targeted 53 mpg combined and an estimated driving range of 588 miles. All Niro models are front-wheel-drive. The Niro HEV features a 1.6-liter

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PHEV Kia Hybrid Connected 425

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FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Audi unveiled the eighth generation of its successful A6 full-size sedan; all engines feature Audi’s 48V mild-hybrid (MHEV) system ( earlier post ) as standard equipment. mpg); combined CO 2 emissions in g/km: 161 – 151 (259.1 – 243.0 mpg); combined CO 2 emissions in g/km: 150 – 142 (241.4 – 228.5 g/mi)) is a 3.0 While the 3.0

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Audi Standards Hybrid MPH 210

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The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander goes on sale in the US this summer with three available powertrains across three grades: the 2.4L The gasoline powertrain has an EPA-estimated 24 combined MPG for XLE FWD; the hybrid an EPA-estimated 36 combined MPG for the XLE FWD and the HYBRID MAX with an EPA-estimated 27 combined MPG.

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The Q7, with standard seating for up to seven passengers and quattro all-wheel drive, is also 22% more fuel efficient, with an EPA-estimated 22 mpg city/highway combined. Available adaptive cruise control with stop & go automatically maintains distance from the vehicle in front, including braking and accelerating.

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2017 Audi Available Engine 150

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liter turbocharged engine with a 44kW motor to achieve up to 39 mpg (targeted). Active AWD is standard on EX and SX-Prestige trims, while LX is available with a choice of FWD and Active AWD. This Sportage’s electrified performance comes from a seamless hybrid powertrain combining a 1.6-liter

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Los Angeles Kia Hybrid Auto 413

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The footprint-based standard CO 2 curves for cars (left) and trucks (right). These are expected to result in a combined MY 2016 average vehicle emission level of 250 g CO 2 /mile (equivalent to 35.5 mpg if all improvements came from fuel economy) and 34.1 mpg US (6.9 mpg US (EPA). Final CAFE mpg US (NHTSA).

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The i-ELOOP equipped Mazda6 is EPA-rated at 28 city/40 highway/32 combined mpg US (8.4, Fuel efficiency when paired with the manual transmission for non-i-ELOOP cars is rated by the EPA at 25 city/37 highway/29 combined mpg (9.4, l/100 km) and increases to 26 city/38 highway/30 combined mpg (9.0, l/100km, respectively).

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MPG 2014 Mazda Fuel Economy 225

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Ultra” is Audi’s designation for more efficient mobility that is fully available for everyday use. 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. mpg) with 4.6 mpg/ 136.79

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MPG Audi Diesel Miles 225

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l/100 km (60 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 104 g/km (European combined cycle with standard diesel SKYACTIV-D 2.2 Most are available with i-ELOOP as well as i-stop. Mazda’s engineers determined that a typical vehicle deceleration phase lasts only about 10 seconds. Standard Power. Standard Power. High Power.

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MPG Diesel Gasoline-Electric Fuel Economy 311

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NOVEMBER 26, 2014

The CLA Shooting Brake (length/width/height: 4630/1777/1435 mm) will initially be available with a choice of two diesel and three gasoline engines—all equipped as standard with the ECO start/stop function and Euro 6-compliant—as well as with 4MATIC all-wheel drive. l/100 km (60 mpg US), with emissions of 101 g CO 2 /km.

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Mercedes MPG Diesel 2015 210

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In March, EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao announced that EPA intends to reconsider its final determination issued on 12 January 2017 which recommended no change to the greenhouse gas standards for light duty vehicles for model years 2022- 2025. mpg in MY 2021. Earlier post.)

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Standards Fuel Economy Economy Climate Change 150

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APRIL 10, 2014

Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have quantified the fuel economy effects of some common driver practices and vehicle accessories or alterations—including underinflated tires, open windows, and rooftop and hitch-mounted cargo. l/100 km) at 60 mph (97 km/h) to 33 mpg (7.1 l/100 km) at 60 mph to 22.9 l/100 km).

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Fuel Economy Economy Cost Of Fuel 313

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Stop/start technology will be standard on the 2015 Impala base 2.5-liter liter ECOTEC engine, an addition that improves the vehicle’s city fuel economy by nearly 5%, or one mile per gallon. The Impala comes standard with a four-cylinder engine, which currently accounts for more than 30% of Impala retail sales. million in 2022.

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Fuel Economy 2015 Chevrolet Economy 210

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Many of these new features will be offered in Lightning eMotors’ Class 4, 5, 6 and 7 vehicles in 2021. Assembled electric powertrains ready for installation into Lightning Electric Transit 350HD vehicles. The Lightning Electric Transit Van is available for order now, with deliveries starting in the second quarter of 2021.

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Batteries Battery Fuel Electric 448

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MMNA) announced pricing and availability of the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) crossover. The 2021 Outlander PHEV is available at Mitsubishi dealers now. Starting MSRP remains the same as the 2020 model, just $36,295 before available state and federal tax incentives.

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engines are available. The Sail 3, built on Shanghai GM’s new-generation small car architecture, is the first model in its class that comes standard with a start-stop system, which reduces fuel consumption by 3-5% in heavy traffic. The Sail 3 complies with G0 global vehicle durability test standards for emerging markets.

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Standards GM Chevrolet Fuel Economy 199

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All versions are available with a stop-start system and a regenerative braking mode. mpg US ), or 82 g/km CO 2. The Polo TSI BlueMotion, available starting this autumn, also marks the first time that a Volkswagen with a gasoline engine is being marketed as an independent BlueMotion model. mpg US ) and 94 g/km CO 2.

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MPG Engine Fuel Gasoline-Electric 333

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JANUARY 17, 2018

BMW ensures maximum effective reduction of diesel NO x emissions from its larger vehicles by using an SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) system. In the new BMW X3 xDrive25d, a particularly powerful four-cylinder diesel engine will be coupled with the standard 8-speed Steptronic transmission and intelligent four-wheel drive technology.

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Diesel BMW Standards Engine 199

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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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Prius MPG 2016 Toyota 150

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Fuel efficiency is also improved for this higher-torque engine with an EPA-estimate of up to 25 MPG combined. The new engine, standard across all gasoline grades, is also more environmentally conscious, with more than a 50% reduction in NO x and NMOG compared to the outgoing V6 engine. Highlander Hybrid.

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Highlander Engine Emissions Toyota 195

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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 seconds), 7.9

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