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Comparison of current federal subsidy to base case assumptions showing lifetime fuel savings (HomeEve charging scenario). An EPA estimate based on the Chevy Volt’s reported efficiency is also included for comparison. In all cases, HEVs and PHEVs save gasoline over conventional vehicles. Earlier post.).
liter Opposed-Piston Gasoline Compression Ignition (OPGCI) engine. A comparison between the 2.7L An Opposed-Piston Engine is 30-50 percent more fuel efficient than comparable diesel and gasoline engines, it is a no-excuses way to meet future efficiency and emissions standards. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Earlier post.)
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gasoline five cylinder; the 2.0L TSI turbocharged gasoline engine. The car exhibits significantly reduced fuel consumption and emission values compared to the previous model thanks to the switch to turbo-gasoline (TSI) and common rail turbodiesel direct injection engines (TDI). TDI Clean Diesel; and the 2.0L World engines.
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