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Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid PHEV averages 4.4 l/100 km (53.4 mpg US) during test drives

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mpg US) averaged over all drives. l/100 km (84 mpg US). mpg US) for the PHEV, with accompanying CO 2 emissions (combined) of 71 g/km. mph), while the average speed in NEDC testing is just 33 km/h (20.5 seconds and has a top speed of 270 km/h (168 mph). l/100 km (53.4 l/100 km (75.9 miles) city driving, 9.2

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More Details on the Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Powertrain; 42 mpg US Combined

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With a total system output of 134 hp (100 kW), the CT 200h will accelerate from 0-60 mph in 9.8 seconds; its EPA estimated fuel economy rating is 42 mpg US (5.6 km) at speeds of up to 28 mph (45 km/h). To reduce mechanical losses, an electric system replaces the water pump drive belt. liter Atkinson Cycle Engine.

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2013 GS 450h EPA-rated at 31 mpg combined; 35% improvement over preceding generation

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Lexus’s 2013 GS 450h—the new generation hybrid version of the GS 350, introduced at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show ( earlier post )— offers EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 29 mpg US city, 34 mpg US highway and 31 mpg US combined (7.7, Acceleration from 0-60 mph in 5.6 L/100km, respectively).

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Volkswagen targeting 5% of Jetta sales in US with new sporty Hybrid model; expected 45 mpg combined

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The company anticipates EPA-rated combined mileage of around 45 mpg US (5.2 The Jetta Hybrid can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 8.6 seconds, and has a top track speed of 125 mph (201 km/h), electronically governed in the US. Volkswagen’s first gasoline-electric hybrid system—that for the Touareg Hybrid—combines a 3.3-liter

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Volkswagen Introduces BlueMotionTechnologies Umbrella Brand for Fuel-Efficient, Low-Emissions Technologies; Previews Touareg Hybrid

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The V6 TSI makes use of a switchable engine water pump that remains off during the warm-up phase, ensuring rapid achievement of fuel efficient operation. 100km (26 mpg US) for the full-size SUV—about a 25% improvement in city driving over a conventional gasoline SUV of the same size. Fuel consumption is expected to be less than 9.0L/100km

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Toyota Previews Generation III 2010 Prius Hybrid

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The Gen III Prius offers an EPA-rated combined cycle fuel economy of 50 mpg (now revealed to comprise 50 mpg city and 49 mpg highway). Nominal pack voltage of the nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery remains at 201.6 This is about a 10% improvement in EPA-rated combined cycle fuel economy over the older generation.

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Toyota introduces 7th generation Camry for 2012 with improved fuel economy and performance across all models; ~39% jump in EPA city cycle fuel economy for the hybrid

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The outgoing model carries a 31/35/33 mpg US EPA rating.). An electric water pump, a roller-rocker type valvetrain and a variable-output oil pump help to reduce internal friction, boosting economy. The pack comprises 34 NiMH modules, each 7.2 miles at lower speeds (below approximately 25 mph/40 km/h).In Click to enlarge.