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Mercedes-AMG entry-level SL 43 features electric exhaust gas turbocharger from Formula 1 for the first time in production vehicle

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The SL 43 features an M139 in-line two-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine with an electric exhaust gas turbocharger—used for the first time in a production vehicle. The electric exhaust gas turbocharger is a fascinating example of the extensive transfer between Formula 1 technology and the development of production vehicles.

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Field test shows Volvo Buses’ plug-in hybrid reduces fuel consumption by 81% and energy consumption by 61%; 21 mpg

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The conventional hybrid offers up to 37% fuel savings compared to a diesel version and 40-50% lower exhaust emissions. The plug-in hybrid consumes less than 11 litres of fuel for every 100 kilometres [21 mpg US ]. The 4-cylinder, 5-liter Volvo D5F diesel engine produces 215 bhp and is installed vertically.

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2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers new 3.0L EcoDiesel V-6 and 8-speed for 30 mpg highway

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That powertrain delivers 30 mpg (7.8 liter Pentastar V-6 engine—now achieving up to 25 mpg highway and more than 600-miles driving range—and its 5.7-liter liter V-8, now achieving up to 21 mpg highway. Water-cooled exhaust-gas recirculation (EGR) for Tier II, Bin 5 and ULEV II compliance. New 8-speed.

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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. In an urban environment and in heavy traffic with frequent stops the savings could increase to as much as 10%. Fuel consumption (L/100km / mpg US). Urban. Extra-Urban. Combined. For the Ford Duratorq 1.6-litre

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2018 Toyota AYGO mid-lifecycle update features enhanced 1.0L engine; Euro 6d-TEMP-compliant; up to 61.8 mpg

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But we also had to take into account the increased number of competitors which make the A-segment an even more challenging environment. As a result, combustion efficiency is further enhanced, improving both fuel economy and exhaust gas performance. Through significant improvements to the 1.0-liter,

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Peugeot showcasing 208 Hybrid Air 2L Demonstrator at Paris show

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The 2L stands for two liters per 100 km, equivalent to 118 mpg US, and is based on a production version of the Peugeot 208 1.2-liter This method of driving does not consume fuel and gives off no CO 2 emissions, making it ideal for urban environments. liter PureTech 82 hp 5-seater Hatchback. liter gasoline engine.

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

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mpg US ) and 92 – 95 g CO 2 /km (EU test cycle figures, dependent on tire format selected). to 51 mpg US / 50.1 to 49 mpg US , respectively). liters)/100 kilometers, with CO 2 emissions of 133 – 136 g/km (122 – 125 g/km) and exhaust emission standard of EU6. mpg US / 45.3 mpg US / 63.6 liters/100 km (67.2