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Fiat 500L Living diesels average about 70.6 mpg on Turin to Paris run

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mpg US , 3.33 gallons US) of fuel, equal to more than 38 kilometers per liter (89 mpg US , 2.6 Fitted with a small fixed-geometry turbocharger, a variable-displacement oil pump and smart charge alternator, the 105 HP 1.6 A small fleet of Fiat 500L Living models, equipped with the 1.6

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Hyundai introduces 2015 Sonata Eco with 1.6L Gamma turbo; 32 mpg combined

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The powertrain helps Sonata Eco deliver an estimated 28 mpg city (8.4 l/100 km) and 38 mpg (6.2 The estimated 32 mpg (7.4 liter engine is EPA-rated at 29 mpg (8.1 liter engine) is rated at 38 mpg (6.2 liter engine is EPA-rated at 29 mpg (8.1 liter engine) is rated at 38 mpg (6.2 l/100 km) highway.

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Field test shows Volvo Buses’ plug-in hybrid reduces fuel consumption by 81% and energy consumption by 61%; 21 mpg

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The pantograph for rapid charging can be seen on the roof. The conventional hybrid offers up to 37% fuel savings compared to a diesel version and 40-50% lower exhaust emissions. The batteries are charged at the bus terminus via the B?sbaar Volvo Bus’ plug-in hybrid. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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Chevrolet Cruze Eco achieves EPA-rated 42 mpg on highway

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The non-hybrid 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco delivers an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway (manual transmission models), with city fuel economy of 28 mpg. The Cruze Eco carries an MSRP of US$18,895 (including destination charge). It goes on sale in January. —Chuck Russell, vehicle line director. Aerodynamics. turbo, auto 6).

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Volkswagen continues to optimize its EA888 workhorse engine; fourth evolution in 2022 Golf GTI and R

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The 2022 Golf GTI makes 241 horsepower and delivers an EPA-estimated 34 mpg on the highway. The 2022 Golf R adds all-wheel drive, delivers 315 horsepower, and achieves an EPA-estimated 30 mpg on the highway with the optional DSG dual-clutch automatic. liters (1,984 cc). 1 for the Golf R and 9.6:1 1 for the GTI.

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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. In the Corolla Hybrid, an exhaust heat recirculation system speeds up engine coolant warm-up.

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Audi presents plug-in hybrid TT offroad concept car at Beijing; wireless charging

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mpg US), a CO 2 equivalent of 45 grams per kilometer (72.4 in hybrid drive with the option of inductive charging is a major step toward the mobility of the future. The exhaust manifold is integrated into the cylinder head—the foundation for the high-performance thermal management system. Fuel consumption is 1.9

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