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Ford’s redesigned Transit Connect Wagon gets 1.5L EcoBlue diesel option in US

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Ford unveiled the redesigned Transit Connect Wagon at the Chicago Auto Show. EcoBlue diesel to deliver an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of at least 30 mpg (7.8 l/100 km) highway; final EPA 2019 Transit Connect Wagon 1.5-liter EcoBlue diesel to deliver an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of at least 30 mpg (7.8

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Nissan introduces new 1.5L diesel in Juke in Europe; 56 mpg US

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liter dCi diesel engine in the Juke in Europe. l/100 km (56 mpg US)—an 11% reduction in consumption from the 4.72 mpg US) of the outgoing 1.5L In addition, a closed-loop low-pressure exhaust gas recycling (EGR) system has helped ensure the unit is compatible with forthcoming Euro6 emission regulations. l/100 km (49.8

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Jeep Cherokee in Europe gains new 2.2L MultiJet II diesel

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The Jeep Cherokee in Europe is adding a new 2.2-liter mpg US and CO 2 emissions of 150 g/km. mpg US), with 160 g/km of CO 2 emissions. mpg US) and 150 g/km. The design of the pistons, connecting rods and crankshaft is optimized to limit weight. diesel 140 hp manual version in the Cherokee line-up. The Cherokee 2.2

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Mercedes-Benz unveils new Sprinter; focus on connectivity; electric drive in 2019; realizing adVANce

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As the first fully connected integral system solution, the third generation of the Sprinter demonstrates the development of the division from purely a vehicle manufacturer into a provider of complete transport and mobility solutions, the company said. In Europe this is Euro 6/VI, for example. Mercedes-Benz is investing some €2.5

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Volkswagen introduces new 1L, 3-cylinder gasoline Golf; 54.7 mpg

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In Europe, Volkswagen has introduced the new Golf TSI BlueMotion featuring a new 1.0-liter, mpg US) (99 g/km CO 2 )—more efficient than any previous Golf with a gasoline engine. l/100 km (52 mpg). l/100 km (51 mpg). The aluminium pistons and forged connecting rods were weight-optimized such that the 1.0

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VW introducing 1.8L EA888 Gen 3 engine in 2014 Jetta, Passat and Beetle; driving impressions

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Key advances for Gen 3 are in weight reduction, friction reduction, and the internal exhaust cooling system. to conform to future emissions standards, particularly the stringent EU6 standard which will be mandatory in Europe in 2015. 100 km (41 mpg US ), or 134 grams CO 2 /km (216 g/mile). now can get up to 36 mpg (6.5

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Refreshed 2014 Toyota Yaris features revamped 1.0L engine with switching between Atkinson and Otto cycles; new hybrid

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Toyota’s refreshed 2014 Yaris for Europe offers a choice of four powertrains, including a thoroughly reworked 3-cylinder 1.0 mpg US), and CO 2 emissions reduced to 95 g/km in conjunction with a stop/start system. This year, to date, the Yaris Hybrid has accounted for 31% of total Yaris sales in Western Europe. A 4-cylinder, 1.33-liter

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