Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2013

As a comparison, in 2007, the first-generation Golf BlueMotion (Volkswagen’s most fuel-efficient version) was regarded as having sensational gas mileage at 52 mpg—4 mpg worse than the new GTD, which has 79 more horsepower and is 25 mph faster. By comparison, the earlier A6 Golf GTD posted 8.1 Variable valve timing.

Diesel 304

Diesel Exhaust MPH MPG 304

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

mpg, just a touch below membership in the magic 30 MPG AWD Club. coefficient of drag (C d ), which is a technical measure of how slippery the Atlas Cross Sport goes through the air, and the engine stop/start feature that turns-off the engine at a traffic light or stopped in rush hour traffic, then restarts when you release the brake pedal.

MPG 83

MPG SUV Fuel Economy Light 83

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

The rack and pinion electric power steering was too light for our liking, even though it was progressive, tightening (or becomes heavier) on the open road, While lighter in town. The front end has rounded edges with LED lighting on all trim levels (the SEL gets dynamic cornering headlights). Very European.

Fuel Economy 81

Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 81

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 27, 2021

Access to the cargo area, with tie downs, lights, a first aid kit and under-floor compartments, is through a power lift gate. The shelf-like LED rear tail lights continue the L-shape design cue, and end with F Sport unique larger exhaust ports. Comparison Test: 2019 Lexus UX 200 & 250h Hybrid. Classic Lexus Exterior.

Lexus 84

Lexus Fuel Economy Hybrid MPG 84

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

Note: For our purposes here, a continuously variable transmission (CVT) does not have gears, so is not part of this comparison. The grille is bordered by LED head and daytime running lights that sit above operational air scoops. Regardless, a DCT is the most efficient automatic transmission you can get. Sportier than expected.

Hyundai 69

Hyundai MPG Fuel Economy Clean 69