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Personal: One in a Million

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My lifetime tally is 231 mpg, which means I’ve used less than 80 gallons of gas over the car’s 42 months on the road. Interest appears to be peaking and prices are holding steady or dropping for all but the outrageous luxury models. The post Personal: One in a Million first appeared on Clean Fleet Report.

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Cadillac upgrades XT5 and XT6 in China with 48V Mild Hybrid System

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mpg US) while the fuel efficiency of the MY21 XT6 has been improved by 6% to 7.2 Besides the mild hybrid system, the two models will come with the latest version of the Cadillac User Experience with a new UI design as well as more personalized functions. As a result, the fuel efficiency of the MY21 XT5 has been improved by 5% to 7.0

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Personal: Chevy Volt—Still Electric After All These Years

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After 3 ½ years my mpg is well north of 200 mpg (the measurement tops out at 250 mpg, which is my goal). I passed on that opportunity because I really like the car and, if I was going to turn around and replace it with another car, I’d be faced with the same elevated prices. The Tesla adapter is a must in my neighborhood.

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In China, Wuling launches electric minivan, Chevrolet introduces 48V MHEV Monza

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Wuling is offering two variants to meet the differing needs of business and personal users. liters/100 kilometers (50 mpg US). They are available in six exterior colors and priced between RMB 108,900 and RMB 122,900 (US$15,400 to US$17,300). Rong Guang EV. As a result, the Monza’s fuel consumption is as low as 4.7

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Would You Rather? Honda CR-V vs Toyota RAV4

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However, the resulting MPG victory will typically come down to who is doing the driving. Without all-wheel drive, the Toyota nabs 27 city/35 highway whereas the Honda manages 28 mpg city/34 mpg highway. But the average car buyer will probably find the Honda a little more appetizing at that price point.

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EPA and DOE release annual Fuel Economy Guide with 2014 models

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The estimate is based on the vehicle’s miles per gallon (mpg) rating and national estimates for annual mileage and fuel prices. An online version of the guide, available through www.fueleconomy.gov , allows consumers to enter local gasoline prices and typical driving habits to receive a personalized fuel cost estimate.

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New Audi A3 sedan offers 48V MHEV, diesel powertrains

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US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions in g/km: 114 – 108 (183.5 – 173.8 US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions in g/km: 113 – 107 (181.9 – 172.2 US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions in g/km: 101 – 96 (162.5 – 154.5 Prices for the 35 TFSI with 110 kW (150 PS) start at €29,800 (US$32,000). The 35 TFSI, a 1.5-liter 47.0 – 50.0 48.0 – 50.0

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