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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 Economy Fuel Maintenance 104

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MARCH 3, 2014

A start-stop system is a standard feature. The new sports car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.2 seconds and reaches a top speed of 235 km/h (146 mph). Standard fuel consumption is 4.2 TDI meets the Euro 6 standard. seconds, and on up to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

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Audi Fuel Economy MPG Diesel 310

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DECEMBER 1, 2014

At the 2 nd International Conference Automotive 48 V Power Supply Systems , held last week in Düsseldorf, Germany, Controlled Power Technologies (CPT), a major sponsor of the event, together with leading car makers and Tier 1 suppliers, argued the need for an internationally agreed 48V electrical standard. Earlier post.).

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Standards International Vehicles Hybrid 257

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FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Additionally, this also allows increasing the top speed of all-electric operation from 79 mph to 83 mph. With these updates that prioritize enhanced efficiency, economy and performance, the 2021 Outlander PHEV achieves a combined 74 MPGe and 26 MPG. The Outlander PHEV’s main drive battery capacity also grows from 12.0

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PHEV Mitsubishi Batteries Battery 243

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Toyota projects fuel economy of 52 mpg city / 48 mpg highway / 50 mpg combined for the AWD-e model, and estimates that the AWD-e model—which is debuting at the LA Auto Show—could account for as much as 25% of annual US Prius sales. of carrying space with the standard 60:40 split rear seatbacks lowered as other Prius models.

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MARCH 16, 2012

The city and highway fuel economy ratings for the new Ford Police Interceptors (PI) have increased by 25% over the retired Crown Victoria. Fuel economy at idle improves 35% on the Police Interceptor sedan and 32% on the Police Interceptor utility vehicle. Fuel economy test results from the LA Sheriff’s Department 2012 evaluations.

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Fuel Economy Economy Tahoe Ford 231

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MARCH 16, 2012

The city and highway fuel economy ratings for the new Ford Police Interceptors (PI) have increased by 25% over the retired Crown Victoria. Fuel economy at idle improves 35% on the Police Interceptor sedan and 32% on the Police Interceptor utility vehicle. Fuel economy test results from the LA Sheriff’s Department 2012 evaluations.

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Fuel Economy Economy Tahoe Ford 225

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MARCH 25, 2015

Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 EGHR improves engine warm up and assures consistent fuel economy performance in cold weather. The MY 2015 Malibu features two powertrain offerings: the standard 2.5L

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Fuel Economy Malibu Hybrid MPG Volt 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 Economy Fuel Eaton 199

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Laboratory and in-use fuel economy comparison. higher fuel economy than the conventional tractors, resulting in a 12% reduction in fuel costs for the hybrids. higher fuel economy than the conventional tractors, resulting in a 12% reduction in fuel costs for the hybrids. mph), and stops per mile (1.9 Source: NREL.

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Fuel Economy Economy Diesel Hybrid 262

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NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Both Hybrid grades come equipped with an Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel-Drive System with intelligence (AWD-i) as standard. The RAV4 Hybrid will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 8.1 miles at lower speeds (below approximately 25 mph). seconds (nearly one second quicker than its gasoline counterparts).

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Fuel Economy MPG Toyota Hybrid 150

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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 4-cylinder Sprinter features a 7-speed automatic transmission with torque converter—the only 7-speed automatic transmission to feature in a van—is refined for maximum fuel economy.

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2014 Diesel Standards Exhaust 306

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liter engine offers an increase of 16 hp and 21 lb-ft of torque compared to the previous generation A3 1.8T, along with EPA-estimated combined cycle fuel economy of 29 mpg (8.1 System output is 186 hp and 221 lb-ft (300 N·m) of torque; the 2017 A3 sedan sprints from 0-60 mph in 6.6 The A3 sedan with 2.0-liter This new 2.0-liter

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Fuel Economy 2017 Audi Economy 150

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2012

Like all other model variants of the new BMW 1 Series, the new BMW 114d is also equipped as standard with BMW EfficientDynamics technology. Moreover, the new BMW 114d features the ECO PRO mode, which can be activated by means of the Driver Experience Control switch fitted as standard, facilitating both a relaxed and economical driving style.

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BMW Fuel Economy Diesel Emissions 225

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MAY 27, 2021

Paired with a virtual differential, the design achieves efficiency of up to 97%, compared to industry-standard 95%. Hyzon’s eAxle eliminates right-angle hypoid gears, and uses one motor per wheel with optimized performances both at low speed and high speed. mpge at full load over the CARB HHDDT drive cycle.

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Motor Motors Motoring Hydrogen 170

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AUGUST 15, 2013

ECO stop/start is standard. The engines are combined with a six-speed manual transmission or with the 7G-DCT dual clutch automatic transmission (standard for GLA 250, GLA 220 CDI and the 4MATIC models). Models with 4MATIC are equipped with DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) and an off-road transmission mode as standard.

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Fuel Economy Mercedes MPG SUV 259

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NOVEMBER 20, 2019

In addition to an ability to do 0-60 mph in a projected 5.8 liter gas V6 engine that reached 0-60 mph in 6.3-seconds—a seconds—a half-second slower than the RAV4 Prime—and a 21 combined MPG fuel economy rating. Toyota projects 0-60 mph acceleration in 5.8 The Toyota RAV4 Prime builds on the RAV4 Hybrid.

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Plug-in Miles Hybrid SUV 220

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MAY 3, 2013

The new 911 Turbo S handles the standard sprint to 100 km/h in just 3.1 At speeds up to 50 km/h (31 mph), when the front wheels are turned the system steers the rear wheels in the opposite direction. At speeds above 80 km/h (50 mph), the system steers the rear wheels parallel to the turned front wheels.

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Porsche Fuel Economy Economy Fuel 225

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Power is transferred to the front wheels via the standard seven-speed S tronic. The Audi A3 Sportback 30 g-tron is also a leader when it comes to economy, in part because of the favorable tax rate on natural gas and biomethane in Germany until 2026. The CNG model accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 Lower costs, lower emissions.

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Audi Gas Gas-Electric Gasoline-Electric 504

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NOVEMBER 3, 2012

l/100 km (39 mpg US) (when fitted with the optional 100 km/h (62 mph) speed limiter)—a reduction of 8% against its predecessor, and CO 2 emissions from 159 g/km—placing it on a par with a family passenger car such as the Ford S-MAX. Without the optional speed limiter, the model delivers fuel economy from 6.2

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Ford Europe MPH Fuel Economy 231

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DECEMBER 17, 2020

The body is lower, longer, and wider, with its bolder stance accentuated by standard 19-inch alloy wheels. In addition, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert is standard on the 2021 Mirai. The Mirai provides excellent everyday driving performance, for example accelerating from 25 mph to 45 mph in 2.8

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Toyota Design Electric Vehicles Fuel 448

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My biggest gripe was an intrusion of outside noise above 60 mph. I get it – sound deadening equals fuel-economy killing weight. suite of driver’s aids was standard and included pre-collision assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and safe exit assist. Once again, Toyota’s new infotainment system shines.

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Prius Toyota Fuel Economy Las Vegas 97

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FEBRUARY 27, 2013

Increasing the number of gear ratios from six to nine improves fuel economy and a correspondingly reduces CO 2 emissions. (ZF ZF suggests that the 9HP can provide fuel savings up to 16% compared to a standard 6-speed front transverse automatic transmission.) ZF says that in real-world testing at a constant speed of 120 km/h (74.5

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Land Rover Standards Fuel Convert 230

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JUNE 13, 2012

Acceleration from 0-60 mph is an estimated 6.2 Verano and the Regal luxury sport sedan are available exclusively with four-cylinder engines, while the LaCrosse luxury sedan comes standard with a four-cylinder engine paired with eAssist technology, which uses an electric motor and battery to boost both performance and fuel economy.

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Buick 2013 Fuel Economy Acura 231

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FEBRUARY 10, 2010

The standard six-speed manual transmission bumps the time for the sprint to 9.2 The 16-valve engine accelerates the A1 through the standard sprint in 10.8 mph) while consuming an average of 3.9 mph) and offers fuel economy of 3.8 A hill start assist that holds the A1 when starting on a hill is standard.

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Audi Standards Engine Energy 186

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NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Skyline delivers maximum power output of 268 kW (360 hp) and fuel economy of 18.4 With run-flat tires included as standard in every grade, the vehicle can travel around 150 km (93 miles) at 80 km/h (50 mph) even with completely flat tires. mpg US , 5.4 l/100km) on JC08 mode. Earlier post.).

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EPA-estimated fuel economy is 126 MPGe city, 109 MPGe highway and 119 MPGe combined (28 kWh/100 miles), making it one of the most efficient electric vehicles on the market (tied with the Chevy Bolt, second after the Hyundai Ioniq Electric). The 2017 e-Golf runs zero to 60 mph faster than its predecessor—now in 9.6

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2017 EPA Miles San Diego 150

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seconds and offering a top speed of 224 km/h or 149 mph. seconds and reaches a top speed of 210 km/h or 130 mph. Both the BMW 120i Coupé and the BMW 118d Coupé meet the EU5 emission standard; BMW now has 21 models complying with this requirement. The new BMW 120i Coupé is powered by a 2.0-liter L/100 kilometers (35.6

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BMW Standards 2010 Engine 150

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MARCH 28, 2012

In addition to serving as an energy accumulator for the electric motor, the lithium-ion battery is also connected via the voltage converter to the 12V on-board electrical system, which supplies power to standard power-consuming devices such as the headlamps and the comfort features.

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Hybrid Mercedes Diesel Fuel Economy 321

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seconds, and is expected to deliver a fuel economy rating of 65 MPGe. The advanced Plug-In Hybrid system is a key addition, providing a combination of exceptional fuel economy, crisp acceleration and strong electric-driving range. The rear-wheel drive sedan will accelerate from 0-60 in 5.2 Each electric motor produces 100 hp (74.5

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2017 Cadillac Plug-in Plug 150

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AUGUST 26, 2011

Hyper-miler Wayne Gerdes and his colleague Chris Bernius, driving a factory-standard 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid ( earlier post ), aim to set a new record for lowest fuel consumption in a gasoline hybrid car while driving an 8,000-mile route through all 48 adjoining states of the US.

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Kia Hybrid South Carolina Fuel Economy 225

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OCTOBER 20, 2016

liter engine, is half a second faster on the 0-60 mph sprint; nearly 500 pounds lighter; and up to 22% more fuel-efficient than the previous generation Q7 3.0T engine reaches 60 mph a half-second faster than the previous generation 2015 Q7 3.0T Fuel economy (comb.). Audi of America is offering a new 2.0-liter With the 2.0

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2017 Audi Available Engine 150

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

l/100 km) combined fuel economy (projected). suite of active safety systems comes standard on the hybrid. NORMAL mode: Allows the hybrid system to achieve an ideal combination of fuel economy and vehicle acceleration. All Corolla models come equipped with a standard backup camera. Earlier post.).

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MPG Toyota Hybrid Auto 306

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turbo engine offers 252 horsepower (188 kW) and can click off 0-to-60-mph in an estimated 7.2 It is complemented with the Equinox’s restraint systems and other standard and available safety features to manage energy in the event of a crash and help protect occupants. Fuel economy. For those looking for more power, the 2.0L

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2018 MPG Fuel Economy Dealers 170

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JANUARY 19, 2023

To get to 60 mph in 2.5 In case there was any question, Chevrolet didn’t even hint at any fuel economy improvement although some reports said the standard Vette’s city mpg might get a 1 mpg boost (but the 24 mpg highway numbers might suffer because of the added weight of the new battery and motor.

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Power Powered Chevrolet MPG 83

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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. MultiJet II 200 hp reaches a top speed of 127 mph (204 km/h).

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Jeep Diesel Europe MPG 150

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MARCH 14, 2010

An intelligently designed power transfer plays a major part in this: the unique AMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed sports transmission combines dynamism with economy, and includes a new stop-start function in the “Controlled Efficiency” driving mode. seconds, and has an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

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Downsizing Standards Fuel Mercedes 186