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SEPTEMBER 26, 2014

The 2015 Impreza offers improved fuel economy, strengthening its position as offering the highest fuel economy of any gasoline All-Wheel Drive car offered in the US. Its EPA estimated ratings of up to 28 mpg city, 37 mpg highway and 31 mpg combined (8.4, 2015 Subaru Impreza. (As 2015 Subaru Impreza. Click to enlarge.

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MPG 2014 2015 Fuel Economy 218

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That’s different to today’s PHEV models, where the gasoline and electric engines work together to power the vehicle as needed, while the gasoline engine also charges the batteries.& In theory the vehicles would be charged often to minimize the gasoline used by the engine.& In 2014, that meant a $38,050 ($49,946 adj.)

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Silverado 2014 Gasoline-Electric PHEV 109

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OCTOBER 10, 2014

mpg increase over the previous year and an increase of nearly 5 mpg since 2004. The majority of the carbon and oil savings from current vehicles is due to new gasoline vehicle technologies, the report observed. Since 1975, half of car production has consistently been within several mpg of each other. mpg, which is 0.5

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy EPA 230

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JANUARY 7, 2016

mpg from the value for the vehicles sold in 2014, according to the latest monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). mpg from the revised value for November. mpg from the revised value for November. l/100km), down 0.1

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Fuel Economy 2014 2015 Economy 150

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

2014 Accord plug-in hybrid. Set to go on sale in early 2013, Honda’s 2014 Accord Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) Sedan ( earlier post ) will offer the ability to run in an all-electric mode for 10 to 15 miles and a calculated total driving range of more than 500 miles. Click to enlarge. Electric driving is supported by a 6.7

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Plug-in 2014 Honda Plug 345

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AUGUST 15, 2013

After re-labeling the 2013 C-MAX Hybrid with lower fuel economy, Ford is upgrading the 2014 C-MAX to increase fuel economy. 2014 mpg is not yet announced. EPA had received consumer complaints that the vehicle did not achieve its label values of 47 mpg US for city, highway, and combined driving (5.0 Change in mpg (%).

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Fuel Economy MPG 2013 EPA 259

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JANUARY 14, 2013

Among the many features of the new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee—introduced at the Detroit Auto Show—two in particular contribute to significantly improved fuel economy and driving performance: an optional new 3.0-liter That powertrain delivers 30 mpg (7.8 liter V-8, now achieving up to 21 mpg highway. Click to enlarge.

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Jeep MPG 2014 Fuel Economy 231

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FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Fiat is updating its 500L range for 2014 with two new turbocharged 120 hp (88 kW) engine options—the 1.6 T-Jet gasoline—and a dual fuel LPG/gasoline variant of the 1.4 l/100 km (34 mpg US) and 159 g/km of CO 2 respectively. mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 144 g/km. mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 144 g/km.

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Gasoline Diesel Engine 2014 218

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MARCH 27, 2013

2014 Jeep Cherokee. Chrysler introduced the new 2014 Jeep Cherokee mid-size SUV at the New York International Auto Show. Powered by the choice of two new engines mated to the nine-speed, the Cherokee features expected highway fuel economy ratings of up to 31 mpg US (7.6 Click to enlarge. The 16-valve, 2.4-liter 4x4 systems.

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Jeep 2014 MPG Chrysler 294

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MAY 21, 2014

Yesterday we reported on the delay getting range-extended versions of BMW''s 2014 i3 electric car to the market, pending the confirmation and fitment of their EPA-approved window stickers. The 2014 BMW i3 REx is rated at 117 MPGe on electric power (29 kWh/100.'

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2014 BMW MPG Gasoline 154

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NOVEMBER 5, 2015

mpg from September, according to the latest monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). They suggested the decline likely reflects the decreased price of gasoline in October, and the consequent increased sales of pickup trucks and SUVs.

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 150

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JUNE 3, 2016

mpg from the value for April 2016, according to the latest monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). mpg from the peak reached in August 2014, but still up 5.3 mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring).

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 150

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APRIL 3, 2014

mpg improvement from the revised value for February and the best mark yet, according to the monthly report from University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) researchers Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle. This improvement likely reflects, in part, the recent increase in the price of gasoline, they suggested.

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 268

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APRIL 3, 2015

mpg from February, according to the latest monthly analysis br. They sugested that this change likely reflects the increased gasoline prices from February to March. mpg from the peak reached in August 2014. mpg from the peak reached in August 2014. mpg since October 2007 (the first month of the monitoring).

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 150

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JUNE 4, 2015

mpg from April—according to the latest monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). They suggested the improvement likely reflects the increased price of gasoline in May. mpg from the peak reached in August 2014.

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 150

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OCTOBER 22, 2013

Turbo TwinAir 105 HP engine for the 2014 Alfa Romeo MiTo sport mini. The gasoline engine delivers 105 hp (72 kW) at 5500 rpm and maximum torque of 145 N·m (107 lb-ft) at 2000 rpm/min, with combined cycle fuel consumption of 4.2 l/100 km (56 mpg US ), equivalent to 99 g CO 2 /km. MiTo gasoline engines. 78 HP 1.4;

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2014 Gasoline 2000 Exhaust 299

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AUGUST 29, 2013

liter TSI four-cylinder engine in the 2014 Jetta and Passat, followed by the 2014 Beetle. In a presentation at Volkswagen of America’s 2014 line drive in St. 100 km (41 mpg US ), or 134 grams CO 2 /km (216 g/mile). now can get up to 36 mpg (6.5 l/100 km) on the highway, up from 31 mpg (7.6 Click to enlarge.

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2014 Engine Exhaust Fuel Economy 331

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DECEMBER 3, 2013

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) are releasing the 2014 Fuel Economy Guide, providing consumers with a resource to identify and choose the most fuel efficient and low greenhouse gas emitting vehicles that meet their needs.

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Fuel Economy 2014 EPA Economy 246

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

four-cylinder engine used in the 2014 Impala, due next year. It is the first of its kind for low-friction roller-type finger-follower valvetrains in gasoline engines, GM says. It is GM-estimated at 182 horsepower (134 kW) and 35 mpg (6.7 IVLC enables variable intake valve lift, duration and timing over a range of operation.

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GM MPG 2014 Fuel Economy 278

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OCTOBER 29, 2013

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has rated Ford’s 2014 1.0L EcoBoost-powered Fiesta sub-compact, arriving at dealers later this year, at 45 mpg (5.2 As an example, the 2014 Honda Insight achieves 44 mpg highway, while the 2014 Volkswagen Golf diesel with a manual transmission delivers 42 mpg highway.

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MPG EPA Fuel Economy Honda Insight 199

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MAY 1, 2014

Three years on from its debut, Nissan has refreshed its quirky offering for 2014--though fuel economy remains unchanged. liter turbocharged gasoline four-cylinder, producing 188 horsepower.' The Nissan Juke''s appearance in the compact crossover segment has spurred several other automakers into fielding their own entries.

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2014 Nissan MPG Fuel Economy 161

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MARCH 1, 2014

At the Geneva Motor Show, Fiat will introduce the MY 2014 Fiat 500, featuring a wide range of engines including the new two-cylinder 105 hp 0.9 l/100 km (56 mpg US), or 99 g/km of CO 2. and 85 HP TwinAir Turbo gasoline engines (both also available with Dualogic robotized gearbox), the 95 HP 1.3 dual-fuel (LPG/gasoline) engine.

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2014 Gasoline MPG MPH 262

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Peugeot is introducing new Euro 6-compliant versions of its three-cylinder PureTech gasoline and four-cylinder BlueHDI diesel engines. g/km, as measured at the end of May 2014. g/km, as measured at the end of May 2014. They made their debut on the Peugeot 308, voted 2014 Car of the Year. l/100 km (76 mpg US) and 3.2

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Gasoline Diesel Engine MPG 225

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APRIL 4, 2012

Chevrolet is unveiling its all-new 2014 Impala at the New York Auto Show; the redesigned full-size flagship sedan goes on sale in early 2013 as the model’s 10 th generation. The new Impala will offer a range of three direct-injected gasoline engines, including a 3.6L MY 2014 Impala powertrains. V-6, new 2.5L The Ecotec 2.5L

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2014 Chevrolet MPG Buick 225

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FEBRUARY 4, 2015

mpg from December, but still down 0.4 mpg from the peak reached in August of 2014, according to the monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring). l/100 km)—up 0.3

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 150

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MARCH 27, 2013

2014 Pathfinder Hybrid. Nissan introduced the 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid at the New York International Auto Show. Fuel economy is estimated at 26 mpg (9.0 Estimated city fuel economy is 25 mpg (9.4 l/100 km), while highway mileage is estimated at 27 mpg (8.7 Click to enlarge. liter V6 models. liter V6 models.

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Fuel Economy 2014 Economy Hybrid 255

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JUNE 23, 2014

At the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Annual Merit Review meeting in Washington, DC last week, Michael Ruth from Cummins noted that the DOE program target for the project is a fuel economy (CAFE) target of 26 mpg (9.05 l/100 km), and as such would not meet the GHG requirement of 28 mpg (8.4 Earlier post.). Source: Cummins.

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Fuel Economy Economy Gasoline Downsizing 357

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DECEMBER 27, 2012

The California Air Resources Board has approved the 2014 Honda Plug-in Hybrid Accord as the first car for sale in California that meets ARB’s LEV3/SULEV20 standard—the most stringent smog-emission standard to date. The 2014 Honda Plug-In Hybrid Accord produces only 20 milligrams of NMOG+NO x emissions per mile. Earlier post.).

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Honda 2014 Plug-in California 231

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JANUARY 9, 2014

Volkswagen of America will introduce the Passat BlueMotion Concept at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week. In this case, the Passat BlueMotion Concept has a manufacturer-estimated highway fuel economy of 42 mpg (5.6 l/100 km), best-in-class among non-hybrid, gasoline-engined mid-size sedans.

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MPG Detroit Concept Fuel Economy 285

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JUNE 12, 2013

Ford''s updated Fiesta SFE is offering even better fuel efficiency for the 2014 model year. liter gasoline engine, developing around 120 horsepower. With EPA-rated mileage figures of 30 mpg city, 41 highway and 34 combined, it uses less fuel than any other.' The Fiesta uses a 1.6-liter

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MPG 2014 Ford EPA 66

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

Audi’s new A3 Sportback features a lightweight design and an initial choice of one diesel (TDI) and two gasoline (TFSI) engines, with two additional diesel engines and one gasoline unit to follow. mpg US) when paired with the manual transmission. mpg US) and 111 grams CO 2 per km (179 g/mile). Audi A3 Sportback.

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Audi MPG Plug-in Diesel 281

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NOVEMBER 30, 2012

2014 Accord PHEV. The 2014 Accord Plug-in has been rated by the EPA with a maximum all-electric EV mode range of 13 miles (21 km) (Honda had earlier projected 10 to 15 miles), and a fuel-economy rating of 47/46/46 mpg city/hwy/combined (5.0/5.1/5.1 Click to enlarge. l/100km respectively). Electric driving is supported by a 6.7

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2014 EPA Honda PHEV 339

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JANUARY 28, 2014

mpg US ), or 82 g/km CO 2. The Polo TSI BlueMotion, available starting this autumn, also marks the first time that a Volkswagen with a gasoline engine is being marketed as an independent BlueMotion model. The Polo TSI BlueMotion, equipped with a 1-liter, three-cylinder turbocharged direct-injection gasoline engine, delivers 4.1

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MPG Engine Fuel Gasoline-Electric 333

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JULY 31, 2013

Ford will offer the 2014 F-150 with the ability to run on compressed natural gas, making Ford the only manufacturer in the US with an available CNG/LPG-capable half-ton pickup. The 2014 Ford F-150 with 3.7-liter The 2014 Ford F-150 with 3.7-liter The Ford F-150 averages 23 mpg on the highway (10.2 Click to enlarge.

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F-150 2014 Ford Gas 207

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

The BMW i8 goes on sale in the US in 2014. The i8—the first plug-in hybrid vehicle from the BMW Group—will have a manufacturer’s suggest retail price of $135,925 (including destination and handling) when it arrives in US showrooms in spring of 2014. Click to enlarge. The combination of a new 3-cylinder, 1.5-liter

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BMW Plug-in 2014 MPG 306

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JULY 16, 2014

2014 Yaris Hybrid. Toyota’s refreshed 2014 Yaris for Europe offers a choice of four powertrains, including a thoroughly reworked 3-cylinder 1.0 gasoline unit that is the first member of a new family of 14 highly efficient engines to be launched by 2015. liter gasoline engine and 1.4-liter The 1.33L gasoline and 1.4L

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2014 Engine Toyota Hybrid 273

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DECEMBER 17, 2012

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. Both the E-Class sedan and wagon offer a range of gasoline and diesel engines, all coming with the ECO start/stop system as standard equipment. Earlier post.).

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Gasoline Mercedes Engine 2014 231