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Toyota introducing Corolla Hybrid to US at LA Auto Show; at least 50 mpg

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The new hybrid version of Toyota’s all-time best-selling car series achieves at least 50 mpg (4.7 The model adapts the latest Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive from the new-generation Prius, already proven as an MPG winner. l/100 km) combined fuel economy (projected). As on the 2020 Corolla gas models, the Toyota Safety Sense 2.0

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Volkswagen’s 3rd-gen Golf TDI BlueMotion rated at 73.5 mpg US; 15% better than predecessor

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mpg US) on the NEDC—equivalent to 85 g/km CO 2. mpg US), or 119 g/km CO 2. mpg US), or 119 g/km CO 2. mpg US), or 99 g/km CO 2 —made its debut in autumn 2009. seconds from 80 to 120 km/h (50 to 75 mph). l/100 km (73.5 This represents a 15% improvement in fuel consumption compared to the previous model.

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Toyota anticipates 2016 Prius at 52 mpg combined, 56 mpg with Eco grade

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Toyota anticipates that the 2016 Prius ( earlier post ) will deliver fuel economy ratings of 54 MPG city / 50 MPG highway / 52 MPG combined. A new Eco grade model is expecting ratings of 58 MPG city / 53 MPG highway / 56 MPG combined thanks to lighter weight and further optimized aerodynamics.

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New 3.0L Diesel for Audi Q7 SUV Offers 32.7 mpg

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mpg US), equivalent to 189 grams CO 2 per km (304 g/mile). The crankcase and the cylinder heads have separate cooling water circuits; coolant is not circulated within the block while the engine is warming up. TDI offers 150 kW (204 hp) while consuming an average of 7.2 liters of diesel per 100 km (32.7 The new 3.0L

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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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A foamed rubber-type water jacket spacer has been adopted to optimize cylinder bore heat distribution, reducing piston-generated friction and improving fuel economy. seconds, and on to a top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph). mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 93 g/km. mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 93 g/km. l/100 km (57.3

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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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Audi launching new efficient Audi Q7 ultra 3.0 TDI quattro diesel in Europe; 42.8 mpg US

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in engine management, in particular, need-based adjustments were made to the water pump, oil cooler and combustion process. With up to 28 percent less fuel consumption than its predecessor, it achieves the best score in efficiency in the competition. The new Audi Q7 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 TFSI with 245 kW (333 hp) and the 3.0

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