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New 2019 Toyota Avalon hybrid boosts fuel economy 10% to 44 mpg combined

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The engine leverages the spectrum of Toyota’s advanced engine technologies: Dual VVT-i with VVT-iE (Variable Valve Timing intelligent system by Electric motor); D-4S (Direct injection 4-stroke gasoline engine Superior version) direct injection and laser-clad valve seats; longer stroke (4.07 inches; bore remains at 3.44

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Toyota announces expected fuel economy and pricing for RAV4 Hybrid: 33 mpg combined, entry at $28,370

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The RAV4 gasoline version comes in four grades: LE, XLE, Limited and the new SE. MSRP for the 2016 RAV4 gasoline models will range from $24,350 for the LE 2WD to $32,910 for the AWD Limited. The system varies power between the gasoline engine and electric motor, or combines both as needed, all seamlessly.

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2016 Prius c hybrid gets big safety boost with Safety Sense-C system

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Toyota’s hybrid technology integrates a gasoline engine, an electric motor within a Continuously Variable Transaxle, a nickel-metal hydride battery, a power control unit (inverter), a DC-DC converter, a step-up converter and a hybrid control computer. The Prius c’s SULEV (Tier 2 Bin 3)-rated 1.5-liter

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TNGA-based 2019 Toyota Avalon features new hybrid system

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Its eight gear ratios balance wide range and close ratios, therefore enhancing power application and fuel efficiency. A wider range, specifically at the increased 8 th gear ratio, allows for improved high-speed cruising fuel economy. Close ratios at the mid-range gears improve passing power. Avalon Hybrid. A new TNGA 2.5-liter

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Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD

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liter gasoline powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with the twin electric motors. Gas plus two electric motors The hybrid system automatically switches between the pure electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. Your numbers may differ.

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Lexus LS 500h performance luxury hybrid makes its world premiere at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show; Multi Stage Hybrid System

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liter V6 Dual VVT-i V6 gasoline engine matched to a 10-speed automatic transmission and two electric motors, together delivering maximum system power of 354 hp. Although the unit has four speeds, the D range has a simulated shift control pattern that delivers the feel of driving with a 10-speed gearbox.

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Toyota’s new conventional and hybrid powertrains for 2018 Camry deliver significant boost in efficiency

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liter inline-four-cylinder D-4S gasoline engine and a new 3.5-liter With its long-stroke and high compression ratio, multi-hole direct fuel injectors, variable cooling system and VVT-iE, this high-output powerplant takes the gasoline-powered internal combustion engine to an increased level of thermal efficiency. Powertrains.

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