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Mercedes-Benz 2014 E250 BlueTEC sedan estimated EPA rated at 45 mpg highway, 28 mpg city

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The Mercedes-Benz 2014 E250 BlueTEC sedan, the first diesel E-Class to be available with 4MATIC, achieves an estimated EPA rating of 45 mpg US (5.2 When equipped with optional 4MATIC all-wheel drive, its fuel mileage numbers are 42 mpg (5.6 When equipped with optional 4MATIC all-wheel drive, its fuel mileage numbers are 42 mpg (5.6

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Mercedes-Benz Buses Meet EEV Emissions Standard Without Diesel Particulate Filter

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Mercedes-Benz buses are now available in EEV (Enhanced Environmentally Friendly Vehicle) versions. Mercedes-Benz achieved the low emissions solely by means of internal engine measures and without an additional particulate filter in the case of the Mercedes-Benz BlueTec engines or a fuel economy penalty.

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Mercedes-Benz introduces new Vito mid-size van; up to 41.3 mpg US, new front-wheel drive option

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Mercedes-Benz introduced its new Vito model series for the mid-size van (2.5–3.2 Among the variants is the Vito 116 CDI BlueEfficiency, offering fuel consumption of 5.7 Emission control comes via exhaust gas recirculation, a diesel particulate filter and an oxidation catalytic converter. Click to enlarge. t GVW) segment.

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2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class in the US will offer new 4-cylinder diesel; new 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection engine in other markets

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Mercedes-Benz has introduced the updated 2014 E-Class Sedan and Wagon, featuring an array of new driver assistance systems in addition to new fuel efficient engines. This latest evolution of the seven-speed transmission offers benefits in terms of efficiency and ease of maintenance. Earlier post.). city/highway).

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Westport unveils proprietary enhanced spark-ignited natural gas system; up to 10% improvement in power and torque over diesel

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The new approach to natural gas combustion technology is designed to provide vehicle and engine original manufacturers (OEMs) with a “downsized” natural gas solution that is cost competitive while providing similar levels of power, torque, and fuel economy to a larger diesel engine. Mercedes-Benz 7.7L mono-fuel gas engine.

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Mercedes-Benz Showcases Diesel E 250 BlueTEC Concept for US

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At the New York International Auto Show, Mercedes-Benz showcased a concept E 250 BlueTEC designed for the North American market. When fitted to the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission, the E 250 BlueTEC offers fuel economy of 28 mpg US (8.4 The E 250 BlueTEC concept. Click to enlarge.

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Mercedes-AMG brings cylinder deactivation to 5.5L V8; 30% reduction in fuel consumption

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Mercedes-AMG has developed a new high-revving, naturally aspirated 5.5-liter V8, fuel consumption is about 30% less. liter V8 engine with AMG Cylinder Management and direct fuel injection will be applied exclusively in the 2012 SLK55 AMG, which will debut at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt/Main in September.

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