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New Toyota Highlander turbocharged engine offers more torque and fewer emissions

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Fuel efficiency is also improved for this higher-torque engine with an EPA-estimate of up to 25 MPG combined. The system seamlessly re-engages when AWD is needed to handle road conditions. The Highlander Hybrid, with its 36 combined MPG EPA-estimated rating, accounts for more than a quarter of Highlander sales in the US.

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More Details on the Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Powertrain; 42 mpg US Combined

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seconds; its EPA estimated fuel economy rating is 42 mpg US (5.6 Combined with a cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system, the adoption of the Atkinson Cycle offers significant gains in fuel efficiency and the reduction of emissions. As a result, the exhaust temperature is lower than that of conventional engines.

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New Ford Focus ECOnetic with Start-Stop Targets 62 mpg US, 99 gCO2/km

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100km (62 mpg US) with CO 2 emissions as low as 99 g/km. 100km (59 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 104 g/km. Smart Regenerative Charging. A Smart Regenerative Charging system increases the alternator output when the vehicle brakes or decelerates. The standard Focus ECOnetic offers combined cycle fuel consumption of 4.0L/100km

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Road Test: 2023 Maserati Grecale Modena Mild Hybrid

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The EPA rates fuel economy at 22 mpg city/29 highway/25 combined while running on 91 octane. mpg, with our overall economy coming in just above the EPA rating at 26.1 of torque produces an aggressive exhaust note with spirited acceleration. A Welcoming Interior You’re surrounded by luxury features Luxury and upscale?

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Toyota reduces fuel consumption and emissions across the new Auris range; 13% average reduction in CO2 compared to predecessors; gasoline, diesel and hybrid

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Average emissions for Auris—which is designed for the European market—have fallen steadily over the last years. 1 compression ratios, Valvematic, the refinement of intake port and combustion chamber design and piston cooling by oil jet. mpg US) with CO 2 emissions from 125 g/km, a reduction of 0.4 1.33l Dual VVT-i.

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Kia upgraded 2018 Sportage features new 1.6L diesel, 2.0L diesel 48V mild-hybrid technology

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The new turbocharger system, integrated into the cylinder head, recirculates hot exhaust gases more efficiently to balance performance and efficiency more effectively. If the battery has sufficient charge, the combustion engine turns off automatically during in-gear deceleration and braking. Idle Stop & Go (ISG) is also available.

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Eaton Highlights Range of New Products to Reduce Fuel Consumption and Emissions

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The all-new electronic limited slip differential, Ultra Posi is designed for front and rear-wheel drive vehicles, performs comparably to four-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive systems and provides up to a 10% savings in fuel economy, Eaton says. We’re focused on the customers’ most critical issue—smaller packaging.

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