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Audi’s mighty diesel: SQ8 TDI SUV coupé; 48V MHEV

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Audi’s sporty top model of the Q family, the SQ8 TDI SUV coupé, features a biturbo V8 TDI diesel that delivers 435 metric hp, 900 NN·mm (663.8 In the WLTP cycle, the large SUV coupe consumes an average of 7.8 System overview of the exhaust gas recirculation. lb-ft) of torque, and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1

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Audi’s performance SQ5 diesel features electric compressor with mild hybrid system

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The new Audi SQ5 TDI diesel features a powerful V6 engine with a mild hybrid systems and an electric powered compressor to ensure that maximum torque is available to the sporty SUV at just above idle. The V6 diesel accelerates the sports SUV to highway speed in 5.1 A sound actuator in the exhaust system gives the TDI a sonorous sound.

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Toyota introduces new 2020 Highlander and hybrid at New York International Auto Show; TNGA-K platform

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Toyota introduced the next-generation three-row 2020 Highlander SUV at the New York International Auto Show. Just as the first RAV4 launched the compact crossover SUV segment 22 years ago, the original Highlander redefined the midsize family SUV when it arrived in 2001.

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Ford Introduces 2011 Explorer SUV

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The 2011 Ford Explorer SUV. Ti-VCT allows precise, variable control of valve overlap, or the time when intake and exhaust valves are open concurrently. The unique turbocharger is optimally matched to the EcoBoost I-4 engine and SUV vehicle performance behavior. Click to enlarge. Ford has introduced the new 2011 Explorer.

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Road Test: Ford 2023 Escape PHEV

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The 2023 Ford Escape PHEV compact SUV is a fine example of not only being efficient but also versatile. liter non-turbo 4-cylinder engine that produces 163 horsepower by itself, but adding in the motor generator that number increases to 200 hp. The bumper, with a flat top and a skid-resistance surface, incorporates dual exhaust tips.

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Volkswagen brings diesel Alltrack Concept to New York; offroad ability with wagon versatility

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The company staged the world premiere of the new Passat Alltrack—a new wagon configuration that VW says closes the gap between the conventional Passat Estate and the Tiguan SUV—at the Tokyo Motor Show in November 2011. Earlier post.). The Alltrack concept on display in New York features Volkswagen’s 2.0-liter

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2015 Mitsubishi Mirage w/ 3-cylinder engine the most fuel efficient non-hybrid gasoline car in US; up to 40 mpg combined

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liter 3-cylinder DOHC engine that features the latest version of Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control (MIVEC) variable valve-timing system to maximize fuel efficiency and power output while minimizing exhaust emissions. An output-optimized engine oil pump circulates lower viscosity engine oil (0W-20 grade).