Diesel, Gasoline, Manufacturer and MPG

Chevrolet 2017 Cruze Diesel EPA-rated at 52 mpg highway, 37 mpg combined; Tier 3 Bin 125

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FEBRUARY 13, 2017

The 2017 Cruze Diesel Sedan ( earlier post ) fitted with the six-speed manual transmission offers an EPA-estimated highway mileage of 52 mpg (4.52 The six-speed manual model returns an EPA-estimated city mileage of 30 mpg (7.83 l/100 km), resulting in 37 mpg (6.35 l/100 km), resulting in 37 mpg (6.35

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MPG EPA 2017 Diesel

T&E concludes that diesel cars emit more CO2 on a full lifecycle basis than gasoline cars

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

A new analysis by the NGO Transport & Environment (T&E) concludes that diesel cars emit more CO 2 than equivalent cars on a full lifecycle basis—i.e., According to the T&E analysis, an average diesel car produces emits 3.65 According to the T&E analysis, an average diesel car produces emits 3.65 mpg US) and 7.1

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Gasoline Diesel CO2 Cars

DHL Express deploys nearly 100 new Lightning Electric delivery vans in US

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MARCH 24, 2021

Produced by Lightning eMotors, a designer and manufacturer of elelctric medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, the new electric vehicles are highly durable and capable of achieving 61 MPGe, compared to 13 MPG for similar gasoline-powered vans.

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Los Angeles Isuzu Colorado Ford

Volkswagen Millerized 1.5 TSI ACT BlueMotion gasoline engine offers diesel-like fuel economy; derivatives may be applied in hybrid systems

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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. l/100 km (49 mpg US). l/100 km/h (59 mpg US). Compared with other gasoline engines, the intake valves of the 1.5 The NEDC extra-urban figure drops as low as 4.0

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Gasoline Engine Economy

4-cylinder Ingenium diesel most efficient Jaguar diesel to date; up to 62 mpg US (3.8L/100 km) in new XE

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

Jaguar says that its new four-cylinder Ingenium diesel ( earlier post ) is its most efficient diesel to date; with the new Ingenium diesel engines driving the rear wheels, the aluminium-intensive XE ( earlier post ) is also the most fuel-efficient Jaguar yet, with CO 2 emissions as low as 99 g/km. liter Ingenium diesel.

Diesel

Diesel MPG Exhaust Engine

Mercedes-Benz investing ~€3B in new engine technology; new diesel family, particulate filters for gasoline engines

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MAY 27, 2016

billion) in engine technology to ensure further improvements in fuel consumption and emissions in gasoline and diesel engines in current as well as current vehicles, according to Prof. mpg US) on the NEDC, although the engine is more powerful than its predecessor (143 kW/195 hp compared with 125 kW/170 hp). Click to enlarge.

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Mercedes Gasoline Engine Diesel

UMTRI study finds total cost of ownership of diesels in US often much less than gasoline counterparts

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JULY 9, 2015

Though there are some exceptions to these positive results for some of the diesel versions of vehicles from a total-cost-of-ownership perspective, the overall direction of the results supports the idea that diesel vehicles are competitive within the U.S. Average diesel take rates. Belzowski 2015. Click to enlarge. Model year.

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Cost Of Gasoline Diesel Fuel Economy

ICCT working paper highlights benefits of current and emerging light-duty diesel technology; “promising pathway for compliance”

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JULY 11, 2017

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), one of the organizations at the root of uncovering the Volkswagen diesel emission scandal ( earlier post ), has published a new analysis of developments and trends in advanced diesel engine technology. mpg in model year 2025—equating to 54.5 Background. per year.

Diesel

Diesel Light Fuel Economy 2017

VW stages global launch for third generation of Beetle; for the US, two gasoline and one diesel engines

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APRIL 19, 2011

gasoline five cylinder; the 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel; and 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).

Gasoline

Gasoline Diesel Engine MPG

GM to double models with 40 mpg highway or better by 2017; ongoing manufacturing efficiency improvements

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JULY 12, 2013

Describing its product goals and tracking progress toward its 2020 manufacturing priorities in its 2012 Sustainability Report , General Motors reaffirmed its commitment to further reduce the energy used and the environmental impacts of building and operating an automobile. Manufacturing energy use and emissions. Earlier post.).

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GM MPG Manufacturer 2017

EPA annual trends report finds new vehicle fuel economy at record 24.1 mpg; new powertrain technologies rapidly gaining share

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OCTOBER 10, 2014

mpg increase over the previous year and an increase of nearly 5 mpg since 2004. The majority of the carbon and oil savings from current vehicles is due to new gasoline vehicle technologies, the report observed. The detailed data supporting the report were obtained directly from automobile manufacturers. mpg, which is 0.5

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy MPG Economy EPA

Chevy’s Cruze Diesel: a compact diesel contender in the US

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

The Cruze Diesel is identified by a discreet badge on the trunk. US buyers hunting for a non-premium diesel passenger car (i.e., Accordingly, Volkswagen of America (VoA) diesel sales to date in 2014 represent slightly north of 23% of all Volkswagen of America sales. Click to enlarge. of sales of the vehicle. Earlier post.)

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Diesel Fuel Economy MPG Economy

Beetle TDI diesel coupé priced from $23,295

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JUNE 12, 2012

is pricing the Beetle TDI Clean Diesel coupé starting at $23,295. liter turbocharged gasoline models, which launched in 2011. liter turbocharged, direct-injection Clean Diesel engine that produces 140 hp (104 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 N·m) of torque. Three trims are available with the TDI Clean Diesel powertrain.

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Diesel Price MPG Fuel Economy

Audi introducing four new TDI diesel models to the US market

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NOVEMBER 19, 2012

Audi of America is introducing four new TDI clean diesel models for the US market at the Los Angeles Auto Show. liter V6 TDI clean diesel models will include the Audi A8, A7, A6, Q5 and an updated Q7 TDI. Each TDI vehicle delivers up to 30% better fuel economy and 30% lower carbon dioxide emissions than gasoline engines.

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Audi Diesel Los Angeles Market

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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SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Toyota anticipates a 1/3 full hybrid, 1/3 gasoline, 1/3 diesel engine mix. The new Auris will be built at Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK (TMUK) alongside the Avensis. The launch of the Auris Hybrid in 2010 ( earlier post ) made Toyota the first manufacturer to offer a choice of three powertrains in the C-segment.

Gasoline

Gasoline Toyota Diesel Emissions

EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

Manufacturer-specific technology adoption over time for key technologies. EPA projects advanced transmissions (6+ speeds and CVTs), gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems, and turbocharged engines will be installed on at least 15% of all MY 2013 vehicles. mpg higher (+5.4%) than MY 2011. mpg, or 22%. Click to enlarge.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy 2012 Economy EPA

Honda 1.5L diesel Amaze launched in India

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MAY 20, 2013

Honda Cars India Limited (HCIL) recently launched the Honda Amaze for the Indian market, marking Honda’s entry into the diesel segment there. India is the first country to launch the Amaze with Honda’s latest i-DTEC diesel engine technology. The gasoline model of the Amaze will be equipped with an i-VTEC engine.

India

India Honda Diesel Gasoline

New diesel Ford Focus ECOnetic to debut at Amsterdam Motor Show; 67 mpg US

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APRIL 7, 2011

The new diesel ECOnetic, which will go on sale early next year, leverages a number of advanced technologies that Ford expects will make it more fuel efficient than any other compact vehicle on the road today in Europe, including conventional diesel-, gasoline- and hybrid-powered vehicles. liter TDCi engine.

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Diesel MPG Ford Motors

Additional details on Honda’s new 1.6L diesel

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NOVEMBER 16, 2012

liter i-DTEC diesel engine to be applied first in the Civic is the first engine from Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology series to be launched in Europe. This new engine offers 88 kW (120 PS, 118 hp) of power and 300 N·m (221 lb-ft) of torque at 2000 rpm with CO 2 emissions of 94 g/km (equivalent to 65 mpg US, 3.6 Click to enlarge.

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Diesel Engine 2000 Emissions

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

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JULY 24, 2018

liter diesel engine now available with Kia’s new eight-speed automatic transmission, and—in certain markets—48-volt mild-hybrid power ( earlier post ). liter diesel engine, employing the company’s new SmartStream efficiency technologies. liter diesel engine. liter, four-cylinder diesel engine. km/l (6.13

Diesel

Diesel 2018 Kia Hybrid

VW of America introducing the Golf SportWagen; increased cargo volume and fuel efficiency; up to 43 mpg highway with diesel

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MARCH 9, 2015

liter, 150-hp turbocharged and direct-injection four-cylinder TDI diesel ( earlier post ), fitted with a six-speed manual or a six-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission. city (mpg). The TSI gasoline unit is a member of the latest EA888 engine family and replaces the 2.5-liter liter Jetta SportWagen to 35 mpg (6.7

MPG

MPG Diesel America Fuel

Mercedes-Benz previews new GLA compact SUV; fuel economy as high as 54.7 mpg in diesel version

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AUGUST 15, 2013

liter gasoline engines will extend from 115 kW (156 hp) in the GLA 200 to 155 kW (211 hp) in the GLA 250. liter diesel variants. mpg US ) and 114 g CO 2 per kilometer (provisional figure). liters of gasoline per 100 km (33 mpg US ) and 151 g CO 2 /km—all provisional figures. The GLA will also offer two 2.2-liter

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Mercedes MPG SUV

The new MINI makes its debut; new architecture, new fuel-efficient engines, including 3-cylinder diesel

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NOVEMBER 18, 2013

The lowest fuel consumption and CO 2 levels comes in the MINI Cooper D with a 3-cylinder diesel: 3.5 – 3.6 mpg US ) and 92 – 95 g CO 2 /km (EU test cycle figures, dependent on tire format selected). billion) across three of its UK manufacturing facilities to launch production. to 51 mpg US / 50.1 mpg US / 45.3

Diesel

Diesel Engine Fuel MPG

Honda unveils new Civic Tourer with 1.6L i-DTEC diesel

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AUGUST 12, 2013

i-DTEC diesel engine from the Earth Dreams Technology series ( earlier post ) and the 1.8 i-VTEC gasoline engine with manual or automatic transmission. mpg US (3.6 It will be built at Honda’s UK manufacturing facility in Swindon alongside the hatchback variant and the CR-V and Jazz. Honda’s 1.6L i-DTEC engine.

Diesel

Diesel Honda Fuel Economy Engine

Audi banking on Gen 2 3.0L TDI diesel for US sales; calls for a “fair shot” for diesel

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AUGUST 23, 2013

Audi of America introduced four new TDI clean diesel models for the US market this year—the Audi A8, A7, A6, Q5—along with an updated Q7 TDI, all equipped with a second-generation 3.0L V6 TDI diesel engine. Not only is it more powerful and contains up to 30% better efficiency than traditional gasoline, etc.

Diesel

Diesel Audi Sale Fuel Economy

Land Rover unveils the diesel Range Rover Hybrid Long Wheelbase in Beijing; first diesel hybrids in China

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APRIL 23, 2014

Together with the Range Rover Sport Hybrid ( earlier post ), it will be the first diesel hybrid from any manufacturer to be offered in China. liter SDV6 diesel engine with a 35 kW electric motor, integrated with an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission. km) before the diesel engine seamlessly restarts. l/100 km (36.8

Land Rover

Land Rover Diesel Hybrid China

Tech: New Technology Reduces Diesel Emissions

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MAY 22, 2021

According to dozens of automotive story headlines, the internal combustion engine, running on gasoline or diesel, is dead or dying as customers, auto companies and investors flock to electric powertrains. A workhorse diesel gets cleaner and more efficient. Cummins and Tula Announce Tests Validating Reductions.

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Diesel Emissions Fuel Economy Yukon

Jaguar introduces Gen 2, aluminum-intensive XF; up to 60 mpg US with diesel Ingenium engine

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APRIL 2, 2015

The coupé-like design uses Jaguar’s aluminum-intensive (75% aluminum) architecture ( earlier post ) to enable weight savings of up to 190 kg (419 lbs)—making the 163PS diesel model 80 kg (176 lbs) lighter than the nearest competitor—plus an increase in torsional stiffness of up to 28%. liter gasoline automatic.

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Diesel Engine MPG Exhaust

The BMW-sourced 1.6L diesel in the Toyota Verso

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DECEMBER 17, 2013

Built exclusively at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Turkey, the current Verso has sold some 37,000 units since its launch in 2013, increasing the company’s C-MPV segment share to 4.8%. Diesel engine sales continue to dominate the European market in the C-MPV segment, and 1.6-liter l/100 km (52 mpg US) in the combined homologation cycle.

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Toyota Diesel BMW Turkey

Toyota introduces facelifted Auris; revamped powertrains including new Otto/Atkinson 1.2L gasoline engine

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MARCH 4, 2015

With the launch of the Auris Hybrid in 2010, Toyota became the first manufacturer to offer a choice of three powertrains (gasoline, gasoline-electric hybrid, and diesel) in the C-segment. liter turbo diesel has been replaced by a new 1.6 1.2T: an all-new direct injection turbo gasoline engine. 2015 Toyota 1.2T

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Gasoline Engine Toyota Gasoline-Electric

Mazda introducing 1.3L direct injection gasoline engine as first SKYACTIV-G unit

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MAY 18, 2011

liter gasoline engine. features a high compression ratio (for a regular gasoline mass production automobile engine) of 14.0:1 liter direct-injection gasoline engine to be equipped in a compact car manufactured in Japan. will achieve fuel economy of 30 km/L (71 mpg US, 3.33 direct-injection 1.3-liter

Mazda

Mazda Gasoline Engine Japan

Volvo to unveil XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept at Detroit show; system targeted for US and China markets

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JANUARY 4, 2012

At the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volvo Car Corporation will unveil the Volvo XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept. In February 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show, Volvo introduced the diesel-electric V60 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) to go on sale in Europe later this year. L/100 km, 102 mpg US).

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Gasoline-Electric Plug-in Volvo Gasoline

2014 Toyota Verso offering new 1.6L diesel from BMW, first stop/start system

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FEBRUARY 6, 2014

The 2014 Verso now features an expanded powertrain line-up of 4 diesel and 2 gasoline engines which introduces a new 1.6 D-4D (Direct injection – 4-stroke Diesel) engine—sourced from the BMW Group and mated to a Toyota 6-speed gearbox—to the range for the first time. mpg US) in the combined homologation cycle.

2014

2014 Diesel Toyota BMW

Chevrolet debuts 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel for US and Canada

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FEBRUARY 7, 2013

2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel engine. Chevrolet is entering the US and Canadian diesel car markets this summer with a 2.0L turbo-diesel version of the Cruze. Assembled in Lordstown, Ohio, the 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel has demonstrated an estimated 42 mpg (5.6 turbo-diesel engine is based on a proven 2.0L

Chevrolet

Chevrolet Diesel Clean Cleaning

2015 VW Jetta to debut at New York Show; new EA288 diesel version already LEV3/Tier 3 compliant

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APRIL 14, 2014

In addition to its three four-cylinder gasoline engines (2.0-liter liter diesel ( earlier post ). liter 150-horsepower (112 kW) EA288 TDI Clean Diesel engine offered in the 2015 Jetta already conforms to the upcoming LEV3/Tier 3 emissions standard ( earlier post ) in the USA. liter naturally aspirated and 1.8T Click to enlarge.

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New York 2015 Diesel Exhaust

Audi Sets US Pricing for 2010 MY A3 TDI Clean Diesel; Arrives in Showrooms in Late November 2009

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2009

Audi announced pricing for the 2010 A3 TDI, its second US clean diesel offering launched this year. Expected to begin arriving at US dealers in late November 2009, the 50-state certified A3 TDI delivers 42 mpg US (5.6 Audi launched its first TDI clean diesel model, the Q7 TDI, earlier this year. Earlier post.) L/100 km (50.0

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HS 250h Audi 2009 Clean

EPA Trends on EVs and PHEVs; beginning of a “measurable and meaningful impact” on new vehicle fuel economy and emissions

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OCTOBER 11, 2014

EPA obtains the detailed data supporting the report directly from automobile manufacturers; the agency has been collecting and maintaining these data since 1975. In the analysis, EPA uses overall fuel economy in mpg equivalent (mpge) and tailpipe CO 2 emission values. mpg, and reduces the overall CO 2 emissions by 3 g/mi.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy EPA PHEV Economy

New Mercedes-Benz C-Class drops weight, adds new engines, diesel hybrid, w/ plug-in to come; up to 20% cut in fuel consumption

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DECEMBER 16, 2013

Ordering for the C-Class sedan have begun in Europe, with the model range initially comprising the C180, the C200; and the diesel C220 BlueTEC. l/100 km/mpg US. A new small diesel engine with a displacement of 1.6 In addition to this new small diesel engine, an advanced version of the proven 2.2-liter Displacement (cc).

Mercedes

Mercedes Plug-in Diesel Engine

Continental puts first 48V hybrid assist system into production with Renault diesels

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OCTOBER 21, 2016

From the end of 2016, diesel variants of the Renault Scénic and Grand Scénic models will be equipped with Continental’s 48-volt hybrid drive—the first application of the 48V “Hybrid Assist” in production vehicles. liters of diesel per 100 km (67 mpg US).

Diesel

Diesel Hybrid Volt Production

Full lifecycle CO2 of new Mercedes C-Class 10% less than outgoing model

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MARCH 31, 2014

Over the entire lifecycle of the C 180, the lifecycle analysis yields a primary energy consumption of 521 gigajoules (corresponding to the energy content of around 16,000 liters of gasoline); an environmental input of approx. l/100 km (31 mpg US and 31.8 mpg) at the time of the market launch in 2007 or from between 6.4

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Mercedes CO2 2007 MPG

EPA annual report on CO2, fuel economy and technology trends finds 2012 heading for all-time best; rapid adoption of new technologies

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MARCH 15, 2013

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its annual report summarizing key trends in carbon dioxide emissions, fuel economy, and CO 2 - and fuel economy-related technology for gasoline- and diesel-fueled personal vehicles sold in the United States, from model years (MY) 1975 through 2012. Source: EPA. Click to enlarge.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy 2012 EPA Economy

Dacia Broadens Fuel Efficient and Low Emission Offerings With LPG and E85 Engines, new 1.2L Gasoline Unit

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FEBRUARY 3, 2009

Sandero and Logan will also be available with a new gasoline engine, the 1.2 LPG (90 hp / 67 kW) engines reduce CO 2 emissions by up to 12% compared with gasoline power, and offer lower emissions of criteria pollutants. LPG has a range of up to 1,200 km (746 miles) with a full tank of gasoline and a full tank of LPG.

Gasoline

Gasoline Emissions Engine Fuel

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

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AUGUST 29, 2013

100 km (41 mpg US ), or 134 grams CO 2 /km (216 g/mile). This is the first implementation of such a system in a turbocharged direct-injection four-cylinder gasoline engine, noted Lemke. now can get up to 36 mpg (6.5 l/100 km) on the highway, up from 31 mpg (7.6 now goes from 0 to 60 mph in a manufacturer estimated 7.3

2014

2014 Engine Exhaust Fuel Economy

Saab to Introduce New 9-5 at Frankfurt

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AUGUST 27, 2009

There is a choice of three fuels: gasoline, diesel and E85 bioethanol. liter turbo diesel with six-speed manual transmission diesel offers CO 2 emissions as low as 139 g/km and fuel consumption of 5.3 In addition to the 160 hp (118 kW) diesel, the 9-5 offers a 2.0-liter TiD Diesel. mpg US) FWD XWD.

Diesel

Diesel Gasoline MPG 2000

Chevrolet 2017 Cruze Diesel EPA-rated at 52 mpg highway, 37 mpg combined; Tier 3 Bin 125

T&E concludes that diesel cars emit more CO2 on a full lifecycle basis than gasoline cars

DHL Express deploys nearly 100 new Lightning Electric delivery vans in US

Volkswagen Millerized 1.5 TSI ACT BlueMotion gasoline engine offers diesel-like fuel economy; derivatives may be applied in hybrid systems

4-cylinder Ingenium diesel most efficient Jaguar diesel to date; up to 62 mpg US (3.8L/100 km) in new XE

Mercedes-Benz investing ~€3B in new engine technology; new diesel family, particulate filters for gasoline engines

UMTRI study finds total cost of ownership of diesels in US often much less than gasoline counterparts

ICCT working paper highlights benefits of current and emerging light-duty diesel technology; “promising pathway for compliance”

VW stages global launch for third generation of Beetle; for the US, two gasoline and one diesel engines

GM to double models with 40 mpg highway or better by 2017; ongoing manufacturing efficiency improvements

EPA annual trends report finds new vehicle fuel economy at record 24.1 mpg; new powertrain technologies rapidly gaining share

Chevy’s Cruze Diesel: a compact diesel contender in the US

Beetle TDI diesel coupé priced from $23,295

Audi introducing four new TDI diesel models to the US market

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

EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

Honda 1.5L diesel Amaze launched in India

New diesel Ford Focus ECOnetic to debut at Amsterdam Motor Show; 67 mpg US

Additional details on Honda’s new 1.6L diesel

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

VW of America introducing the Golf SportWagen; increased cargo volume and fuel efficiency; up to 43 mpg highway with diesel

Mercedes-Benz previews new GLA compact SUV; fuel economy as high as 54.7 mpg in diesel version

The new MINI makes its debut; new architecture, new fuel-efficient engines, including 3-cylinder diesel

Honda unveils new Civic Tourer with 1.6L i-DTEC diesel

Audi banking on Gen 2 3.0L TDI diesel for US sales; calls for a “fair shot” for diesel

Land Rover unveils the diesel Range Rover Hybrid Long Wheelbase in Beijing; first diesel hybrids in China

Tech: New Technology Reduces Diesel Emissions

Jaguar introduces Gen 2, aluminum-intensive XF; up to 60 mpg US with diesel Ingenium engine

The BMW-sourced 1.6L diesel in the Toyota Verso

Toyota introduces facelifted Auris; revamped powertrains including new Otto/Atkinson 1.2L gasoline engine

Mazda introducing 1.3L direct injection gasoline engine as first SKYACTIV-G unit

Volvo to unveil XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept at Detroit show; system targeted for US and China markets

2014 Toyota Verso offering new 1.6L diesel from BMW, first stop/start system

Chevrolet debuts 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel for US and Canada

2015 VW Jetta to debut at New York Show; new EA288 diesel version already LEV3/Tier 3 compliant

Audi Sets US Pricing for 2010 MY A3 TDI Clean Diesel; Arrives in Showrooms in Late November 2009

EPA Trends on EVs and PHEVs; beginning of a “measurable and meaningful impact” on new vehicle fuel economy and emissions

New Mercedes-Benz C-Class drops weight, adds new engines, diesel hybrid, w/ plug-in to come; up to 20% cut in fuel consumption

Continental puts first 48V hybrid assist system into production with Renault diesels

Full lifecycle CO2 of new Mercedes C-Class 10% less than outgoing model

EPA annual report on CO2, fuel economy and technology trends finds 2012 heading for all-time best; rapid adoption of new technologies

Dacia Broadens Fuel Efficient and Low Emission Offerings With LPG and E85 Engines, new 1.2L Gasoline Unit

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

Saab to Introduce New 9-5 at Frankfurt

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