The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Jeep’s Grand Wagoneer got the Hurricane treatment for the 2023 model year – those engines have now found their way into the 2025 Ram 1500 , as well. liter, twin-turbocharged, inline-six-cylinder engines. Aside from a brief trip down a run-of-the-mill dirt path, I didn’t do any “off roading” with this Jeep. That’s … a lot.

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Jeep MPG Los Angeles Fuel Economy 105

The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The transition to an electrified future will be a multi-step process that includes shifting away from fuel-thirsty powertrain configurations in favor of more efficient turbocharged and hybrid engines. Some automakers are taking that step already, and a new report suggests that Jeep could be next.

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Jeep Dodge Fuel Economy SUV 89

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 1, 2017

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Jeep unveiled the 2018 Wrangler, with new mild hybrid (eTorque) and diesel options to be available. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler 2-door model is available in three different trim configurations: Sport, Sport S and Rubicon. liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engines join the Wrangler lineup, while the 3.6-liter

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Jeep 2018 Plug-in Hybrid 210

Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2016

UPS announced an update to 125 Workhorse E-GEN series hybrid electric delivery trucks that improve fuel economy as part of the company’s broader Rolling Laboratory approach. A compact, quiet-running 650cc 2-cylinder engine replaces the previous 2.4L The smaller engine will improve fuel economy, however.

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Fuel Economy Economy Engine Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 29, 2014

Consumer Reports fuel economy tests found the Honda Accord Hybrid delivered impressive overall fuel-economy of 40 mpg (5.88 However, Consumer Reports’ engineers cautioned that buyers expecting their car to deliver the EPA’s figure of 47 mpg posted on the window sticker might be disappointed. Earlier post.).

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy Honda 199

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Road Test: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve 4xe PHEV. The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe PHEV is the second electrified model from Jeep, following the Wrangler Rubicon 4xe PHEV, which Clean Fleet Report tested earlier this year. Jeep’s second electrified off-roader. liter turbocharged gasoline engine.

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Jeep PHEV Gasoline-Electric Plug-in 82

Green Car Congress

MAY 10, 2017

The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee mid-size SUV has become the second gasoline-driven, US-made, US-brand vehicle to qualify for Japan’s Eco-Car tax break. The 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk was first. Jeep is Japan’s top-selling US vehicle brand; sales hit a record high of 9,388 in 2016—a 31.7% Globally, the Jeep brand recorded 1.42

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Jeep Tax 2017 2016 150

Green Car Reports

MAY 10, 2018

The EPA has posted official ratings for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler and its turbocharged inline-4 engine. The Consumer Federation of America issued a new report declaring improved fuel economy helps offset the cost of modern.

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Fuel Economy Jeep Economy Fuel 64

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 11, 2022

Jeep global CEO Christian Meunier closed out 2021 by announcing his brand’s goal of becoming the “zero emission freedom brand,” with the Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid (PHEV) as its first example. This is exactly what the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe has to offer. The Jeep Wrangler 4xe PHEV is powered by two electric motors and a 2.0-liter

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Jeep Plug-in Gasoline-Electric PHEV 78

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2013

Among the many features of the new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee—introduced at the Detroit Auto Show—two in particular contribute to significantly improved fuel economy and driving performance: an optional new 3.0-liter liter EcoDiesel V-6 engine and a new eight-speed automatic transmission. Click to enlarge.

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Jeep MPG 2014 Fuel Economy 231

Green Car Reports

JANUARY 8, 2014

Diesel engines are now offered in a growing number of passenger vehicles on sale this year and next, especially crossovers and sport utilities. The 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel is one of two popular models this year that offer a good test of how attractive buyers find today''s modern diesels.

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Jeep 2014 Fuel Economy Diesel 133

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

liter Pentastar engine for MY 2016. Pentastar, first introduced in 2009 ( earlier post ), was the first of an all-new line of V-6 engines intended to improve fuel efficiency across the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge lineup. More than 5 million Penetastar engines are now on the road. liter Pentastar V-6 engine.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel 2016 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 12, 2015

The Jeep Cherokee in Europe is adding a new 2.2-liter 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.

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Jeep Diesel Europe MPG 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

The new Jeep Cherokee ( earlier post ) will make its European debut at the 84 th Geneva International Motor Show this year. The new Jeep Cherokee will be introduced in Jeep dealerships throughout Europe beginning the second quarter of 2014, with four engine choices: the efficient 2.0-liter liter Tigershark MultiAir I-4.

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Jeep Diesel Fuel Economy Russia 220

Green Car Congress

JULY 5, 2017

The defect leads to lower fuel economy, non EPA-compliant emissions levels, and costly and frequent vehicle repairs, the complaint charges. According to the lawsuit, RAM owners report that efforts to fix the faulty emissions system significantly affect engine performance and mileage, with miles per gallon dropping as much as 25%.

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Fuel Economy Chrysler Diesel Emissions 170

Green Car Reports

MAY 10, 2018

The new 2018 Wrangler is a big deal for Jeep, and in its redesign the company didn't leave its fuel economy stuck in the mud. In addition to the fuel-swilling V-6, the new Wrangler will be available with a more efficient turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, and the EPA has just revealed exactly how efficient it will be.

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Jeep 2018 EPA Plug-in 85

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 8, 2021

This new transmission will have the flexibility to be paired with internal combustion engines (ICE), as well as mild hybrid (MHEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) propulsion systems, for vehicles across the Jeep, Ram, Chrysler and Dodge brands. liter Global Medium Engine inline four-cylinder turbo.

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PHEV Indiana Durango Dodge 170

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 9, 2011

Following in the footsteps of Hyundai’s Tau V8 engine, the 1.6-liter liter GDI Gamma engine, which debuted on the all-new Accent ( earlier post ), has been named one of the Ward’s 10 Best Engines by WardsAuto World, and is the smallest displacement engine on this year’s list. TFSI Supercharged DOHC V-6 (Audi A6).

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Engine Hyundai Infinity Buick 210

Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 17, 2014

You read a lot about hybrids and electric cars these days, but fuel-efficient diesel engines will be coming in certain classes of cars this year and in the future The most recent crop of diesel launches has been in the crossover utility vehicle class, of which we''ve now driven three different models.

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Fuel Economy Mercedes Diesel Jeep 127

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

If you needed a more definitive marker for the imminent end of the internal combustion engine, look no further than Wards 27 th annual 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems. The list of powertrains (note we can’t say engines anymore) was fairly exhaustive—39 vehicles were evaluated with 18 of those electrified models.

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Engine Hyundai Plug-in F-150 68

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 10, 2019

FCA US will conduct an emissions recall to update emission control software in an estimated 100,000 model-year 2014-2016 Ram 1500 pickups and Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs equipped with 3.0-liter liter EcoDiesel V-6 engines. The software reflash does not affect average fuel economy, drivability, durability or refinement of the vehicles.

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Cost Of Diesel Emissions San Francisco 312

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

“We are focused on delivering improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions through smaller and optimized engines. Our engine mix is intentionally moving toward smaller, 4-cylinder engines.” Chrysler is also seeking to reduce electrical loads through application of higher efficiency fans and fuel pumps.

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Chrysler Light Hybrid Dodge 268

Green Car Reports

JUNE 30, 2013

Chrysler-Fiat took the wraps off its long-anticipated 2014 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel, the first light-duty pickup truck to be offered with a diesel engine in many years. liter turbodiesel V-6 already fitted to the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel utility vehicle. The new diesel pickup uses the same 3.0-liter

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2014 Fuel Economy Economy Jeep 123

Green Car Reports

MAY 10, 2016

You'd expect an engine named Hurricane to be fairly powerful. liter 4-cylinder engine since as far back as 2013. Now it appears that engine is getting closer to production—and could boast nearly 300 horsepower. DON'T MISS: Jeep Wrangler Diesel To Come Well.

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Chrysler Fuel Economy Economy Jeep 60

Teslarati

MAY 23, 2021

The Tesla Model S reached a range on par with internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles after logging 320 miles of range at 75mph during a highway fuel-economy test run. The range of the Model S Long Range Plus is comparable to the Mustang Shelby GT500, which has a 16-gallon fuel tank and the Jeep Renegade, which has a 12.7-gallon

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MPH Miles Gas Fuel Economy 145

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 12, 2017

The trend toward recommending or requiring higher-octane fuel continues to rise as manufacturers work toward meeting stringent CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) standards. When using premium fuel in these vehicles under these conditions, AAA tests found that: Fuel economy for test vehicles averaged a 2.7%

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Fuel Fuel Economy Gasoline Vehicles 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 28, 2017

FCA US has received a certificate of conformity from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and a conditional executive order from the California Air Resources Board (ARB), permitting the production and sale of FCA US 2017 model-year light-duty Ram 1500 and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0-liter liter diesel engines.

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EPA 2017 Diesel California 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2013

EcoTrac is featured on the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee (rear-axle disconnect). The result, says AAM, is the benefits of an all-wheel-drive system without the sacrifice to fuel economy and emissions. 2WD Economy Mode. Guys, AAM Vice President Product Engineering. Click to enlarge. AWD On-Demand Mode. —Philip R.

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Fuel Economy Economy Jeep Michigan 309

Baua Electric

MARCH 5, 2024

Courtesy of increasingly, absurdly powerful V-8 engines, the old Charger oozed testosterone, and affordable testosterone at that. Well, apparently you duplicate those latter qualities with cleverly engineered technical fakery—to make a high-performance EV sedan “feel right” to the American muscle bros. And the Daytona’s range?

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Dodge Charging Gasoline-Electric Exhaust 52

EV Central

JUNE 22, 2022

litre turbo-petrol engine and a front-mounted e-motor making a combined 133kW or 165kW depending on the model. No range or fuel economy numbers have yet been claimed for the 408 PHEVs. Both plug-in hybrids employ a 1.6-litre Maximum cumulative torque in both versions is set at 360Nm.

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Australia PHEV Dodge Jeep 92

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

That wild creature is now at your local Ford dealer where it will be taking on the Subaru Crosstrek , Mazda CX-30 and Jeep Compass and Renegade head-to-head. Two Engines, One Transmission. The all-new 2021 Ford Bronco has two EcoBoost gasoline engine choices. 2 engines to get you there. 4-cylinder with 250 hp and 277 lb.-ft.

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Ford Jeep MPG Fuel Economy 66

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

All have a 1.5liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engines producing 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. Fuel economy is EPA-rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the 4Motion rated at 25/32/28. Otherwise, the engine was smooth. In 371 miles we averaged 28.6

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 81

The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 22, 2024

This engine is a 1.4-liter Even most examples of the Jeep DJ Mail Dispatcher were slushbox-equipped when purchased by Uncle Sam. A seriously useful delivery van with great fuel economy and French seats. How about a Renault Modus with good title for just £695? It was rated at 67 horsepower and 118 pound-feet.

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2010 Cheap United Kingdom Denver 105

Green Car Congress

MARCH 26, 2022

liter, twin-turbo, inline, six-cylinder engine, named Hurricane, that delivers better fuel economy and fewer emissions than larger engines while at the same time generates more horsepower and torque than many competitors’ naturally aspirated V-8 and boosted six-cylinder power plants. Stellantis revealed its new, 3.0-liter,

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Fuel Economy Economy Emissions Fuel 259

Green Car Reports

JULY 5, 2010

In Europe, more than half of the new cars sold feature a diesel engine of some form. This is because modern diesel engines, especially in turbocharged form, offer similar performance to their gasoline counterparts but with much better fuel economy.

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Diesel Jeep 2011 Fuel Economy 80

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 30, 2021

Power and Torque and Fuel Sipping. liter Duramax turbodiesel engine. Stand next to the hood when the engine is at idle, and you will be amazed at how quiet it is. This means that when you are towing up a grade, it will pull strong and still deliver good fuel economy. Fuel economy for the 3.0-liter

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Sierra GMC Fuel Economy MPG 97

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

Escaping High Fuel Prices; a Natural Bridge to an EV. liter non-turbocharged, 4-cylinder engine that produces 165 horsepower by itself, but when adding-in the motor generator that number increases to 200 hp. The Environmental Protection Agency, EPA , rates fuel economy at 40 highway when running in gasoline mode only.

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 91