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BMW M introduces its first high-performance car with electrified drive system: BMW XM PHEV

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BMW M GmbH is introducing its first high-performance car with an electrified drive system. l/100 km [147 – 157 mpg US] in the WLTP cycle; combined electric power consumption of 30.1 – 28.9 liter unit features a cross-bank exhaust manifold and an optimized oil separation process. kWh of usable energy.

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New 3rd generation Audi TT diesel offers fuel economy of 56 mpg

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Audi is unveiling the third-generation of its TT compact sports car at the Geneva Motor Show. The new sports car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.2 seconds and reaches a top speed of 235 km/h (146 mph). liters per 100 km (56 mpg US), which translates into CO 2 emissions of 110 g/km (177 g/mile).

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2018 Toyota AYGO mid-lifecycle update features enhanced 1.0L engine; Euro 6d-TEMP-compliant; up to 61.8 mpg

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AYGO was not only Toyota’s first model in the compact city car segment, but also the result of a new joint-venture with PSA, with the cars specifically developed for Europe and produced at the new TPCA (Toyota Peugeot Citroën Automobile) factory in Kolin, Czech Republic. Through significant improvements to the 1.0-liter,

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2012 Chevy Sonic with 1.4L Turbo delivers 40 mpg on highway

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turbo delivers an EPA-estimated 40 mpg US (5.9 L/100km) on the highway with a six-speed manual transmission and city fuel economy of 29 mpg (8.1 L/100km), resulting in 33 mpg US (7.1 The Accent is EPA rated at 30 mpg city and 40 on the highway). Along with achieving 40 mpg, the 1.4L L/100km) and 35 mpg highway.

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Toyota introducing Corolla Hybrid to US at LA Auto Show; at least 50 mpg

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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. In the Corolla Hybrid, an exhaust heat recirculation system speeds up engine coolant warm-up.

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ORNL study quantifies fuel economy costs of common driver practices and vehicle alterations

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The results for the SUV pulling a 3,500 pound enclosed cargo trailer were significant, resulting in FE penalties ranging from 30%, for the city cycle, to 50% at 80 mph (129 km/h), at which point significant CO generation indicated protective enrichment due to high load. l/100 km) at 60 mph (97 km/h) to 33 mpg (7.1 Cars - Mech.

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Audi presents latest SQ5 TDI diesel; 48V MHEV & electric compressor

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An actuator in the exhaust system, as fitted to the first SQ5 TDI, gives the V6 a sonorous sound. This offers the advantage since exhaust gas cleaning responds more quickly. The exhaust manifold benefits from improved insulation; the exhaust gas reaches the optimum temperature more quickly after a cold start. l/100km (33.6

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