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OCTOBER 8, 2013

l/100 km (59 mpg US ). Enabling technologies include high-pressure direct fuel injection; an ultra-compact turbocharging system; continuously variable valve timing; and a lightweight aluminum construction with a cylinder head-integrated exhaust manifold. As a result of this focus on refinement, the 1.0 Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 23, 2013

Belzowski also presented preliminary results from a survey of powertrain experts—from automotive manufacturers, suppliers, government, NGOs, academia and consulting—asking for their predictions of powertrain penetrations for 2016, 2020, and 2025. Advanced diesel will increase to 23% in 2025 from 17% in 2016. lbs (4 kg).

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2015

Land Rover will offer the option of diesel powertrains in two 2016 model year luxury SUVs: the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport. The Range Rover Td6 and Range Rover Sport Td6 SUVs will deliver 25 mpg (9.4 l/100 km) combined, a 32% improvement over the supercharged V6, and reach a high of 28 mpg (8.4 l/100 km) on the highway.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2013

Volkswagen has introduced a new version of the Golf GTD (“Gran Turismo Diesel”) in Europe, and plans to bring it to the US market, reportedly likely for the 2016 model year. diesel delivering 184 horsepower (137 kW), 280 lb-ft (380 N·m) of torque, CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km, and a NEDC combined fuel economy figure of 56 mpg US (4.2

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 20, 2015

The company is targeting a launch date of late 2016 for the enclosed vehicle that is expected to deliver to 84 mpg and retail for a targeted base price of $6,800. seconds, have a top speed of more than 100 mph and get up to 84 mpg on the highway. The P5 is the company’s first prototype to feature the 0.9-liter, Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2015

Elio Motors, the start-up developing a $6,800, 84-mpg- (2.8l/100 100 km) three-wheeled vehicle with a target date of 2016, unveiled its engine prototype: a 0.9-liter, The Elio engine uses a cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system. liter, 3-cylinder unit developed by IAV. Current prototype of the Elio. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2019

After adding a third row, the Highlander not only grew in size, but is also now the best-selling retail model in the segment since 2016. The gas engine employs Variable Valve Timing-intelligent system by Electric motor (VVT-iE) on the intake camshaft, and VVT-i on the exhaust camshaft.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 22, 2017

Starting from a baseline 26 mpg (9.04 l/100 km) in 2016, the The ICCT team assessed increased consumer label fuel economy (as opposed to the regulatory test fuel economy) to 35 mpg (6.71 l/100 km) in 2025 and to 42–46 mpg (5.6-5.11 l/100 km) (under three scenarios) by 2030.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 26, 2016

increase in efficiency for optimized fuel economy, and up to an EPA fuel economy rating of 29 city / 38 highway / 33 combined mpg (for the Elantra SE with 6-A/T). liter Kappa turbocharged GDI four-cylinder engine equipped on the Elantra Eco trim, available in Spring 2016. All of this results in up to a 2.2% Other features of the 1.4L

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 25, 2016

In a paper presented at the 2016 SAE World Congress, Tula Technology, developer of Dynamic Skip Fire (DSF) cylinder deactivation technology, reported significant fuel economy gains of up to 18% over a conventional GM 6.2-liter mpg at DSF versus 17.34 mpg at V8 mode. Eisazadeh-Far and Younkins (2016). Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 7, 2016

The Prius Prime plug-in hybrid, unveiled at the 2016 New York International Auto Show in March ( earlier post ), features a larger 8.8 In hybrid mode, the Prius Prime exceeds all competitors’ fuel economy ratings with EPA-estimated 55 city/53 highway/54 combined MPG. Pricing starts at $27,100. 1, yet runs on regular-grade gasoline.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 10, 2017

The 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk was first. Jeep is Japan’s top-selling US vehicle brand; sales hit a record high of 9,388 in 2016—a 31.7% Other features of the engine include: Cooled exhaust-gas recirculation (EGR) delivers greater efficiency and enables knock-free operation at higher, real-world loads. mpg US, 10.4

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Extensive changes to the transaxle, engine and combined hybrid system, generate an expected improvement in EPA estimated MPG on core models of up to 10% (i.e., up to ~55 mpg US combined), with an Eco model that will achieve an even greater improvement. Although the new 2016 Prius retains the established 1.8-liter

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OCTOBER 5, 2010

liters per 100 km (124 mpg US), according to the NEDC certification driving cycle. The next step would be [around] 2016, 2017, 2018. liters per 100 km (124 mpg US), according to Volvo. Carbon dioxide emissions will average out at 49 g/km, with fuel consumption of 1.9 Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 23, 2016

Toyota unveiled the new Prius Prime plug-in hybrid (PHEV) at the 2016 New York International Auto Show. In hybrid mode, the Prius Prime is targeting a hybrid MPG equal to or better than the Prius liftback. Toyota also expects the Prius Prime, equipped with an 8.8 kWh battery pack, to offer an estimated 22 miles (35.4

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Green Car Congress

JULY 28, 2015

Chevrolet has introduced the diesel version ( earlier post ) of its 2016 Colorado midsize pickup truck. Duramax turbo-diesel, the Colorado’s maximum trailering capacity rises to 7,700 pounds (3,492 kg) on 2WD models, with estimated fuel economy projected by GM to top the already segment-leading efficiency of the gas models (27 mpg (8.7

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Green Car Congress

JULY 5, 2017

When the computer in an affected Dodge RAM 2500 or 3500 is flashed, it causes the truck’s MPG to decline significantly, the lawsuit says. The mechanic also told him that upwards of 25% of the fuel is being diverted through the exhaust system to heat up the emissions, according to the filed complaint.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2016

mpg US), corresponding to CO 2 emissions of 194 grams per kilometer (312.2 Two exhaust-gas turbochargers are activated selectively according to the concept of sequential charging, since exhaust gas only flows through one turbocharger at low and intermediate load. The newly developed 4.0-liter seconds; top speed is 250 km/h (155.3

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 27, 2016

The Colorado is currently the most fuel-efficient pickup truck in America, with an EPA-estimated 31 mpg highway when equipped with the diesel engine. of total sales in the 2016 calendar year. As such, for the new V-6 and eight-speed combination we focused on improving everyday driving performance.

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Colorado 2017 Chevrolet Fuel Economy 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2015

Chevrolet introduced the all-new 2016 Cruze—larger, lighter, and more efficient than its predecessor. The new Cruze will be offered in more than 40 global markets and goes on sale first in North America in early 2016. turbocharged direct injection engine (for North America) helps enable a General Motors-estimated 40 mpg (5.88

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2017

liter OPE will deliver nominal power of 270 hp and max torque of 650 N·m (479 lb-ft); the vehicle will achieve 37 mpg—12% above the 33 mpg fully phased-in CAFE 2025 requirement for a full-size, light-duty pick-up truck (65-70 sq. That works out to an estimated window-sticker label rating of 28 mpg combined.).

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Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2016

mpg US); the corresponding CO 2 emissions are 154 – 149 g/km. Another new feature not present in the outgoing engine is exhaust gas recirculation for the low-pressure stage of the turbocharging system as well as the high-pressure stage. The BMW 750d xDrive and BMW 750Ld xDrive will be available from July 2016.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 12, 2015

With a sportier design and an entirely new drive system ( earlier post ), the 2016 Volt electric car features a higher capacity battery pack and 50 miles of all-electric range (MY 2015 = 38 miles); greater efficiency; and stronger acceleration. The 2016 Volt goes on sale in the second half of 2015. The 2016 Volt will use an 18.4

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2015

mpg (19.26 The Freightliner SuperTruck features a low-back-pressure, next-generation aftertreatment system that efficiently removes NO x from the exhaust stream. The aftertreatment system features additional insulation to retain maximum heat energy in the exhaust. The truck chassis was redesigned as well.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 21, 2016

From the end of 2016, diesel variants of the Renault Scénic and Grand Scénic models will be equipped with Continental’s 48-volt hybrid drive—the first application of the 48V “Hybrid Assist” in production vehicles. The technology is a particularly cost-efficient solution to reduce fuel consumption and exhaust emissions.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 28, 2021

with the 10-speed automatic smoothly accelerating through the gears while making a pleasant rumble from the twin exhaust. Such horsepower and torque numbers can mean so-so fuel economy, but that was not the case with the EPA rating at 21 mpg city/29 highway/24 combined. Road Test: 2016 Acura ILX. powered models).

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 29, 2015

US mpg) in the A4 Sedan, resulting in CO 2 emissions of 114 grams per kilometer (184 grams per mile). Below it, the exhaust manifold is integrated into the cylinder head—a key element of efficient thermal management. US mpg) and emits 129 grams of CO 2 per kilometer (208 grams per mile). seconds and 210 km/h (131 mph).

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Audi Gas Engine MPH 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Making 103 horsepower, the new engine marks the first combination of the Atkinson Cycle, cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), GDI and a long-stroke-narrow-bore specification to maximize efficiency. Niro is targeting a combined fuel efficiency rating of 50 mpg (4.7

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). Overall, the number of hybrid models on sale in the US has declined (from 47 in 2015 to 31 in 2016), but average sales per model has increased (up to 11,194 in 2016).

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Fuel economy for the Stinger GT-Line is EPA rated at 22 mpg city/32 highway/25 combined. mpg, and 33.0 mpg on a 140-mile freeway run using the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. The rear fascia houses quad, chrome exhaust tips. Road Test: 2016 Nissan Maxima. Road Test: 2016 Lexus GS F.

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JANUARY 25, 2022

at 24 mpg city/32 highway/27 combined while running on 87 octane. The twin, chrome exhaust tips balance out the rear design. Road Test: 2016 Honda Accord. First Drive: 2016 Nissan Altima. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2016

Less fuel-air mixing time is available with GDI engines compared to PFI engines, in which fuel mixes with the air intake upstream of the exhaust cylinder. mpg (10.99 Evans (2016) “Assessing the Climate Trade-Offs of Gasoline Direct Injection Engines” Environmental Science & Technology doi: 10.1021/acs.est.6b01800. 6b01800.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Clean Fleet Report spent a week exploring Southern California in the front-wheel drive XT5 Premium Luxury, which the EPA rates at 19 mpg city/26 highway/21 combined mpg. We were surprised to cross the 30 mpg mark for this 3,915-pound, five-passenger midsize SUV. Road Test: 2016 BMW X5 xDrive40e Plug-in Hybrid.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 28, 2021

at 23 mpg city/31 highway/26 combined. This engine, with cylinder deactivation, is rated at 26 mpg city/35 highway/29 combined. The rear features LED taillights, a chrome eyebrow framing the trunk lid, and twin bright exhaust tips. First Drive: 2016 Nissan Altima. The EPA rates the Mazda6 2.5T Road Test: 2021 Kia K5.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 5, 2023

The BRZ is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined mpg. mpg, which we thought was great considering how much fun we had whipping through the gears while seeking out every twisty road we could find. Road Test: 2016 Dodge Challenger. In our week driving through Southern California we averaged 24.7

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). Overall, the number of hybrid models on sale in the US has declined (from 47 in 2015 to 31 in 2016), but average sales per model has increased (up to 11,194 in 2016).

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 15, 2016

Featuring an advanced second-generation two-motor hybrid powertrain, the 2017 Accord Hybrid midsize sedan delivers peak total system output of 212 hp, best-in-class EPA fuel economy ratings of 49/47/48 mpg US (4.8/5.0/4.9 Through the end of April of 2016, Accord is the outright best-selling midsize car in America with sales up 13.2%

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