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MARCH 19, 2018

Volkswagen has developed and deployed a gasoline engine that offers diesel-like fuel economy but is significantly cheaper to buy. TSI ACT BlueMotion delivers 96 kW / 130 PS with combined fuel consumption of 4.8 Currently applied in the new Golf and Golf Variant ( earlier post ), the 1.5 l/100 km (49 mpg US).

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Gasoline Fuel Economy Fuel Gasoline-Electric 257

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AUGUST 28, 2021

But how can you increase your fuel economy? Surprisingly, the number of items you carry in your vehicle can have a meaningful impact on your fuel economy. While it does cost a bit to have your car checked over by a mechanic, regular maintenance will improve your fuel economy and help you catch problems before they occur.

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Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Gas-Electric 104

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MAY 29, 2014

Consumer Reports fuel economy tests found the Honda Accord Hybrid delivered impressive overall fuel-economy of 40 mpg (5.88 We’ve found that the EPA tests often exaggerate the fuel-economy of hybrids. —Jake Fisher, director of automotive testing at Consumer Reports. Earlier post.). liter gasoline V6.

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Fuel Economy MPG Honda Hybrid 199

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APRIL 10, 2018

The new Focus features a broad suite of Ford advanced driver assistance technologies and advanced EcoBoost gasoline and EcoBlue diesel engines offering a 10% fuel-efficiency improvement across the range. Steel pistons—used for the first time in a Ford diesel engine—for optimized dimensions and less expansion when hot.

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Ford Fuel Economy Fuel Diesel 186

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

Three new Audi TDI clean diesel models far exceeded their EPA fuel economy ratings in completing the “Truth in 48” cross-country efficiency drive that covered more than 2,850 miles between Southern California and New York. gallons of clean diesel fuel driving from coast to coast. Earlier post.).

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Audi Fuel Economy EPA MPG 230

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JANUARY 24, 2014

BMW will introduce the diesel-engined BMW 740Ld xDrive Sedan in the US. liter TwinPower Turbo diesel engine in the long-wheelbase 7 Series body and will include xDrive, BMW’s intelligent all-wheel drive system. The BMW 740Ld xDrive will accelerate from 0-60 mph in 6.1 Diesel Engines Fuel Efficiency'

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BMW Diesel Exhaust Fuel 294

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2012

Too, the BMW 320i EfficientDynamics Edition Sedan will be available as the first gasoline-driven model with additionally enhanced technology for reducing fuel consumption and exhaust emissions. In future, there will be a choice of four diesel and two gasoline engines for the new BMW 3 Series Touring. Average fuel consumption is 5.8

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BMW Diesel Fuel Economy Emissions 225

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AUGUST 12, 2015

liter MultiJet II diesel engine, available with 185 hp (138 kW) and 200 hp (149 kW) outputs, and offering a significantly wider spread of torque from low rpm, greater power, improved performance and better fuel economy than the out-going two-liter 170 hp automatic engine. diesel 140 hp manual version in the Cherokee line-up.

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Jeep Diesel Europe MPG 150

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MAY 9, 2012

Researchers from Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) and Eaton have demonstrated the application of downspeeding and supercharging a diesel vehicle, in conjunction with optimizing transmission gear ratios and the shift schedule, to deliver a greater improvement in fuel economy than a downsped and turbocharged configuration.

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Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Eaton 199

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JUNE 30, 2014

The new Ford Focus ST (in the new dark gray paint option) is offering a choice of an EcoBoost or diesel engine. TDCi diesel engine. The diesel Focus ST is the most fuel?efficient liter TDCi achieves 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.1 seconds, with fuel consumption of 4.4 liter TDCi achieves 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.1

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Diesel Ford MPH MPG 230

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JANUARY 11, 2015

Land Rover will offer the option of diesel powertrains in two 2016 model year luxury SUVs: the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport. The two new luxury diesel SUVs are making their debut at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit and go on sale Fall 2015. l/100 km) on the highway. seconds respectively, compared to 6.9

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Land Rover MPG Diesel Fuel Economy 150

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

Bentley Motors has introduced its first diesel model: the Bentayga Diesel SUV. of torque, the Bentayga Diesel hits a top speed of 270 km/h (168 mph) and can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds (0-60 mph in 4.6 At its core is an all-new, technologically advanced, triple-charged, 4.0-liter,

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Bentley Diesel Electric Electrical 150

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AUGUST 15, 2013

liter diesel variants. The GLA 200 CDI develops 100 kW (136 hp) and maximum torque of 300 N·m (221 lb-ft), with fuel consumption of 4.3 mph), and is able to prevent rear-end collisions at speeds of up to 20 km/h (12.4 Diesel Driver Assistance Systems Fuel Efficiency' Initially the power range of the 1.6

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Mercedes SUV MPG Diesel 259

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MARCH 30, 2013

BMW introduced the 328d Sedan at the New York International Auto, ushering in the next wave of BMW Advanced Diesel models in the US. liter TwinPower diesel 4-cylinder engine, which produces 180 hp (134 kW) and 280 lb-ft (380 N·m) of torque, available from 1,750 rpm. The 328d will feature BMW’s 2.0-liter Click to enlarge.

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MPG BMW Diesel Fuel Economy 273

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AUGUST 17, 2017

liter i-DTEC diesel engine will join the Honda Civic range in Europe from March 2018, offering a combination of performance and efficiency. i-DTEC result in fuel economy and CO 2 emissions starting from 3.7 The initial diesel RDE limit for NO x is 168 mg/km, which comes into force on 1 September 2017 for new vehicle types.

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Honda Diesel Europe Engine 170

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MARCH 28, 2012

Mercedes-Benz is introducing the new E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID; the luxury-class diesel hybrid offers fuel consumption of 4.2 L of diesel/100 km (56 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km. The E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID is based on the E 250 CDI, yet has a higher output and approximately 15% lower fuel consumption. in-line diesel.

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Hybrid Diesel Mercedes Gasoline 321

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JANUARY 5, 2015

Drive cycle fuel economy for PFI, CDC, and multi-mode RCCI operation. Among their findings were that multi-mode RCCI has the potential to offer greater than 15% fuel economy improvement over a 2009 gasoline PFI baseline over many light-duty driving cycles, despite the lack of complete drive cycle coverage for RCCI mode.

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Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Light 150

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JULY 16, 2013

Volkswagen has introduced a new version of the Golf GTD (“Gran Turismo Diesel”) in Europe, and plans to bring it to the US market, reportedly likely for the 2016 model year. diesel delivering 184 horsepower (137 kW), 280 lb-ft (380 N·m) of torque, CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km, and a NEDC combined fuel economy figure of 56 mpg US (4.2

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Diesel MPH MPG Emissions 304

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AUGUST 12, 2011

liter diesel in the 2011 Defender with a new EU5 2.2-liter liter diesel in the 2012 Defender. The smaller capacity engine delivers the same power, torque and economy as the outgoing engine, but makes this the cleanest Land Rover Defender yet produced. Performance remains similar too, with a 0-60 mph time of 14.7

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Land Rover Diesel 2012 MPH 218

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OCTOBER 2, 2014

Acceleration from 0-60 mph takes less than 4 seconds, and the top speed is limited to 155 mph (250 km/h). liter, four-cylinder turbo diesel engine, it delivers 170 hp (127 kW) of power and 400 N·m (295 lb-ft) of torque. Q80 Inspiration. Click to enlarge. Powered by a new 2.2-liter,

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Infinity MPG Fuel Economy Hybrid 281

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NOVEMBER 15, 2011

diesel from New York to Los Angeles, and averaged 52.4 The car maintained an average speed of 53 mph, while encountering a multitude of real-life scenarios including the busy roads exiting New York and, towards the end of the trip, entering Los Angeles, road works, high winds and a climb to 7,275 feet above sea level. mpg US (62.9

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MPG Diesel Los Angeles MPH 231

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APRIL 3, 2012

Porsche will offer the Cayenne Diesel in the United States market for the first time beginning with the 2013 model year. The third-generation 2013 Boxster, the first all-new design since its debut in 1996, is also on display at the New York International Auto Show along with the Cayenne Diesel. The Cayenne Diesel is powered by a 3.0-liter

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Cayenne Diesel Porsche 2013 218

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

liter four-cylinder diesel engines in the 5 Series which boost the output of the new BMW 518d and new BMW 520d by another 5 kW apiece. Average fuel consumption drops to as little as 4.1 Both diesels are members of the BMW Group’s new modular engine family. New BMW 518d sedan. Click to enlarge. l/100 km (57.4 l/100 km (52.3 – 57.4

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OCTOBER 7, 2014

In addition, its diesel version is the top selling passenger car diesel in the market here, with about 29% share, according to figures compiled by Baum & Associates and hybridcars.com. TDI Clean Diesel EA288 engine ( earlier post ) with an EPA-rated highway fuel economy rating of 46 mpg with the manual transmission (45 mpg automatic).

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Diesel 2015 Fuel Economy MPG 262

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APRIL 29, 2015

The Jaguar US lineup will expand in 2016 with the addition of the all new, aluminum-intensive Jaguar XE compact sports sedan in 20d (diesel) and 35t models each in Premium, Prestige and R-Sport trim levels and available in RWD or AWD. The fuel economy leader will be the Jaguar XE 20d, powered by the company’s new Ingenium 2.0

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Diesel 2016 MPH Land Rover 150

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JUNE 15, 2012

Audi has introduced the SQ5 TDI—the brand’s first S model with a diesel engine. The biturbo SQ5 TDI accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.1 seconds, with an average fuel consumption of 7.2 Innovative thermal management, a start-stop system and the regulated oil pump all contribute to the fuel economy.

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Audi Diesel MPG Fuel Economy 225

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JANUARY 11, 2011

Daimler staged the debut of the diesel-powered all-wheel-drive 2012MY S350 BlueTEC 4MATIC at the 2011 North American International Auto Show— the return of the diesel-powered S-Class sedan to the US market. A number of measures minimize the energy needed to turn the extra gears and shafts to help improve overall fuel economy.

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Diesel Power Powered MPH 210

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MARCH 14, 2013

In addition to other introductions, the automaker will also showcase the diesel-powered BMW 328d. BMW 328d will be powered by a TwinPower Turbo 4 cylinder engine, delivering 180 hp (134 kW) and 280 lb-ft (380 N·m ) of torque, propelling the vehicle from 0 to 60 mph in about 7.2 The Concept Active Tourer features a 1.5-liter

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MAY 6, 2013

The new MY2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van for the US now features a 2.1L, 4-cylinder diesel with a t-speed automatic transmission as standard. The familiar V6 diesel is available as an option. liter four-cylinder diesel engine produces 161 hp (120 kW) and 265 lb-ft (359 N·m) of torque at 1,400-2,400 rpm. 20 mph (32 km/h).

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Diesel 2014 Standards MPH 306

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AUGUST 28, 2022

The current inflation definitely didn’t only affect the price of our groceries—as diesel and gas became more expensive, too. Thankfully, by incorporating only a few habits into your daily life, you can increase your fuel economy. Your driving style can greatly affect fuel efficiency. Speed also kills fuel economy.

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MPG Cars Fuel Economy MPH 86

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JUNE 15, 2013

Launched as the latest generation of BMW’s sporty mid-size Coupe, the two-door model will be available from launch powered by a six-cylinder in-line gasoline engine in the BMW 435i Coupe, a four-cylinder gasoline unit for the BMW 428i Coupe and the four-cylinder diesel for the BMW 420d Coupe. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) takes 7.5

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BMW Gasoline Diesel Engine 207

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

liter TDCi diesel engine. Ford engineers have further optimized power, torque and fuel efficiency from the 2.0-liter Advanced new diesel engine technologies are available on both the 1.5-liter Paddle-shift controls will be available as an option with all automatic and PowerShift transmissions, both diesel and gasoline.

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Ford Fuel Fuel Economy Europe 218

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MAY 5, 2009

Calculated diesel equivalent fuel economy for each phase was: 21.35 Simulated test phases ranged from 7 stops per mile and a top speed of 20 mph during the central business district phase to 1 stop and a top speed of 40 mph during the commuter phase. mpg on the central business district phase, 17.55

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MPG Diesel Electric Electrical 239

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MARCH 4, 2013

ePower Engine Systems specializes in the retrofit and conversion of diesel-powered Class 8 trucks into series hybrid-powered units inspired by the diesel-electric drives in locomotives—i.e., the diesel engine powers a generator that in turn provides power directly to the traction motors. when accelerating or climbing.

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Diesel Batteries Battery Peterbilt 231

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FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Equipped with the EU6-compliant, four-cylinder Ingenium diesel ( earlier post) , the new Evoque will be the most efficient production Land Rover yet, with fuel consumption as low as 4.2 l/100km fuel consumption level, while the 180 PS (178 hp, 132 kW) unit offers 4.8 Quick performance specs, MY 2016 Evoque with Ingenium diesels.

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MPG Diesel Land Rover 2016 150

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APRIL 19, 2011

TDI Clean Diesel; and the 2.0L Volkswagen’s DSG 6-speed dual-clutch transmission will be offered on the TDI Clean Diesel and 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel engine produces 140 hp (104 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 N·m) of torque. Fuel economy values are also improved up to 10% over prior 2.5L The four cylinder 2.0L

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Gasoline Diesel MPG Engine 218

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MARCH 4, 2011

The Range_e development 4WD diesel PHEV. This development model features a plug-in hybrid diesel-electric powertrain that Land Rover expects to make available in future production models, following the scheduled launch of its diesel-electric hybrid in 2013. Click to enlarge. Using a parallel hybrid system with a 14.2

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