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vehicle fuel economy. Calculated vehicle fuel economy is available going back to 1923. The graph below shows the changes in actual vehicle fuel economy from 1966 through 2017. mpg for both years). This is the latest of my occasional updates on retrospective, long-term trends in U.S. gallons per 100 miles to 5.09

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Fuel Economy 2017 Economy Light 397

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AUGUST 14, 2014

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. EcoBoost and a 2.5L

MPG 210

MPG 2015 Transit Connect Connect 210

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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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F-150 Gasoline MPG Engine 305

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This extension is valid for all new model year 2020 Toyota hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fuel cell electric vehicles. Toyota’s 2020 lineup includes seven hybrid models and one fuel cell model: Fourth-generation Prius with available AWD-e features a combined EPA-estimated 50 MPG.

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2020 Plug-in Toyota Hybrid 191

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MARCH 8, 2014

l/100 km (65 mpg US), equating to CO 2 emissions of 95 g/km (provisional). The Golf Sportsvan TDI BlueMotion is available in Trendline and Comfortline trims. The new Golf Sportsvan TDI BlueMotion will be available in Germany this summer. The new 5-seater diesel Golf Sportsvan offers combined cycle fuel consumption of 3.6

MPG 325

MPG Germany Available Diesel 325

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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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MPG 2015 Hyundai Alabama 239

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

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. This mode is useful for operating the vehicle in parking lots or indoor parking garages, for example.

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MPG Hybrid Toyota Auto 306

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2012

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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AUGUST 7, 2012

The Ford C-MAX Hybrid ( earlier post ) is now officially EPA-certified at 47 mpg city, 47 mpg highway and 47 mpg combined (5.0L/100km), 100km), bettering the fuel economy of the Toyota Prius v by 3 mpg on the city cycle and 7 mpg on the highway (5 mpg combined). C-MAX Energi.

MPG 312

MPG Plug-in MPH Plug 312

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FEBRUARY 13, 2012

The average fuel economy of new vehicles sold in the US. mpg US (10.2 mpg from December, according to figures from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). The EDI takes into account both vehicle fuel economy and distance driven (the latter relying on data that are published with a two-month lag).

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Fuel Economy Economy MPG Fuel 231

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MARCH 18, 2020

The 2021 Elantra showcases Hyundai’s latest ambitions, including a Sensuous Sportiness design identity, hybrid-electric vehicle technology, and segment-first wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. The first Elantra Hybrid to be brought to market offers more than an EPA-estimated 50 mpg combined cycle. Engine performance.

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Hyundai Hybrid EPA MPG 243

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APRIL 7, 2022

The SL 43 features an M139 in-line two-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine with an electric exhaust gas turbocharger—used for the first time in a production vehicle. As a result, the Mercedes-AMG SL 43 has a rated output of 280 kW (381 hp) at 6750 rpm and a maximum torque of 480 N·m available between 3250 rpm and 5000 rpm.

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Exhaust Gas-Electric Mercedes Gas 408

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MARCH 24, 2021

Following a successful initial pilot program using nine Lightning Electric Ford Transit 350HD electric vans in the US late last year, DHL Express plans to deploy the remaining 89 electric vehicles this year in New York and California. Earlier post.).

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Los Angeles Isuzu Colorado Ford 545

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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

2014 268

2014 MPG Honda Hybrid 268

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

Auto Start-Stop technology will be available on 70% of Ford’s North American vehicle lineup by 2017, the company said. Rated at 45 mpg EPA highway (5.2 By making Auto Start-Stop available on more vehicles, we are working to be part of the solution to environmental sustainability with effective, fuel-saving technologies.

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Available Ford 2017 America 351

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mpg US]; CO 2 emissions combined: 162 – 146 g/km in WLTP cycle) to produce maximum output of 160 kW/218 hp (developed by the combination of the combustion engine with up to 150 kW/204 hp and the integral electric motor with up to 14 kW/19 hp). This enables the four-cylinder BMW X1 xDrive23i (fuel consumption combined: 7.2 – 6.5

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BMW All-Electric PHEV MPG 448

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AUGUST 2, 2018

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and US Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released their long-expected notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to adjust the Congressionally-mandated Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) and Light-Duty Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards.

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Fuel Economy Economy EPA MPG 186

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The 2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel 4x2 scored 32 mpg highway and 29 mpg highway for 4x4 models. The 2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel was available in all models and configurations, including a first-time offering in the Ram Rebel. liter V-6 available in the 2023 Ram 1500. The EcoDiesel 3.0-liter —Mike Koval Jr.,

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Production MPG Diesel 2020 195

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JULY 5, 2012

Ford projects that its upcoming C-MAX Hybrid ( earlier post ) will achieve an EPA-rated 47 mpg city (5.0 L/100km) and 44 mpg highway (5.3 L/100km)—higher fuel economy than the Toyota Prius v (44 mpg / 5.3 L/100km city and 40 mpg / 5.9 L/100km highway) and at a $1,300-lower base price.

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MPG Hybrid Ford Prius 252

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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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SEPTEMBER 7, 2013

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will introduce the Caddy BlueMotion light commercial vehicle at the Frankfurt Motor Show. liters per 100 km (52 mpg US ) in the commercial version. l/100 km (51 mpg US ). The new Caddy BlueMotion is the most fuel-efficient Caddy yet with fuel consumption of 4.5 Caddy BlueMotion.

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MPG Light Commercial Fuel 210

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JULY 21, 2017

In China, SAIC-GM-Wuling officially launched the Baojun E100, the brand’s first fully-electric vehicle. Available in two variants, it is priced as low as RMB 35,800 (US$5,290) after national and local subsidies. More than 5,000 people registered for the first 200 vehicles. The all-new Regal will also be available as a hybrid.

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Buick Available GM China 150

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AUGUST 15, 2017

The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox offers an EPA-certified 39 mpg (6.03 l/100 km) on the highway (FWD model) with the available 1.6L GM expects that number to top the segment in highway fuel economy, with greater highway mileage than the 2017 Toyota RAV4 hybrid (30 mpg) and Nissan Rogue hybrid (35 mpg FWD). turbo-diesel engine.

MPG 150

MPG Diesel EPA Exhaust 150

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MARCH 5, 2014

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. mpg US increasing to 57.4 mpg US), which translates into a 7 g/km drop in CO 2 emissions to 95 g/km.

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MPG Engine Fuel Economy Toyota 287

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JULY 5, 2013

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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JANUARY 28, 2014

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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NOVEMBER 12, 2015

The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado two-wheel drive with the Duramax turbo-diesel ( earlier post ) will be the most fuel efficient pickup in the US, offering an Environmental Protection Agency-estimated 31 mpg (7.58 The EPA-estimated highway fuel economy for 2016 Colorado four-wheel drive diesel is 29 mpg. l/100 km) and 25 mpg (9.4

Colorado 150

Colorado MPG EPA Diesel 150

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MARCH 23, 2012

turbo engine will now be available with either manual or automatic transmission. turbo six-speed automatic delivers an EPA-estimated 37 mpg highway and 27 mpg in the city (6.36 L/100 km), while the manual gets 40 mpg on the highway and 29 mpg in the city (5.88 The Chevrolet Sonic’s Ecotec 1.4L The Hydra-Matic 6T40.

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Available MPG Fuel Economy Economy 199

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OCTOBER 20, 2016

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. Transmission.

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2017 Audi Available Engine 150

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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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Prius MPG 2016 Toyota 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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MAY 29, 2014

Consumer Reports fuel economy tests found the Honda Accord Hybrid delivered impressive overall fuel-economy of 40 mpg (5.88 l/100 km), tying the smaller Honda Civic Hybrid and falling below the top-performing and smaller Toyota Prius hatchback by only 4 mpg. Earlier post.). liter gasoline V6.

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy Honda 199

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OCTOBER 19, 2022

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 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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Light MPG Vehicles Fuel Economy 170

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JULY 29, 2023

NHTSA currently projects that the proposed standards would require an industry fleet-wide average for passenger cars and light trucks of roughly 58 miles per gallon (mpg) in MY 2032 and an industry fleet-wide average for HDPUVs of roughly 2.6 gallons per 100 miles in MY 2038. The proposal also models a range of additional alternatives.

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Standards Fuel Fuel Economy Light 283

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The non-hybrid 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco delivers an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway (manual transmission models), with city fuel economy of 28 mpg. —Chuck Russell, vehicle line director. Cruze engineers looked at all aspects of the vehicle’s construction, including hundreds of weld flanges on the vehicle.

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MPG EPA Chevrolet Altima Hybrid 247

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JUNE 14, 2018

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