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This latest A3 is not only the most efficient Audi, it is also the brand’s first model designated as “ultra”. The ultra designation expresses Audi’s commitment to systematic sustainability concerning production and products. The car has a top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph) and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 10.5
mpg US), equivalent to 85 gCO 2 /km. The 81 kW / 108 hp Golf BlueMotion is a five-seater that is capable of 202 km/h (125 mph). l/100 km (62 mpg US) ( earlier post ); first deliveries of the production version of this Golf BlueMotion were made in October of the same year. This Golf concept, powered by another new 1.6-liter
The new sports car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.2 seconds and reaches a top speed of 235 km/h (146 mph). liters per 100 km (56 mpg US), which translates into CO 2 emissions of 110 g/km (177 g/mile). seconds, and on up to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). quattro drive.
mpg US) with 97 g/km CO 2 in the NEDC combined cycle. liters diesel per 100 km (60 mpg US) in the NEDC test procedure (New European Driving Cycle)—up to up to 8% less than the 1.7-liter mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 97 g/km. Top speed is 200 km/h (124 mph) and the notchback even reaches 205 km/h (127 mph).
mpg US ), or 82 g/km CO 2. mpg US ) and 94 g/km CO 2. mpg US ) and 128 g/km CO 2 to 4.6 mpg US ) and 106 g/km CO 2. A newly designed engine cover and special oil pan facing shell contribute towards further reducing acoustic emissions. mpg US ) to 3.2 mpg US )—from 88 g/km CO 2 to 82 g/km).
EOLAB delivers NEDC combined cycle fuel consumption of 1 liter/100 km (235 mpg US), equivalent to 22g of CO 2 /km. To achieve such low figures, the designers focused their efforts on three main areas: minimizing weight; leveraging aerodynamics with active systems; and using the “Z.E. Carefully designed rear body panels.
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. liter inline four-cylinder engine was designed specifically for a hybrid application. The engine. The 2ZR-FXE 1.8-liter
The A3 Sportback e-tron, with 50 kW (204 hp) of system power and 350 N·m (258 lb-ft) of system torque, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.6 seconds on its way to a top speed of 222 km/h (138 mph). liters of fuel per 100 km (157 mpg US), which corresponds to CO 2 emissions of 35 grams per km (56 g/mile).
261 mpg US), will go into limited production at the company’s Osnabrück factory in Germany. This gives it the ability to cruise on the road at a constant speed of 100 km/h (61 mph) using just 6.2 With a top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph), the XL1 can accelerate to 100 km/h in 12.7 Click to enlarge. l/100 km (approx.
The company anticipates EPA-rated combined mileage of around 45 mpg US (5.2 The Jetta Hybrid can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 8.6 seconds, and has a top track speed of 125 mph (201 km/h), electronically governed in the US. This design generates maximum torque of 184 lb-ft (249 N·m) at 1600 rpm. Hybrid module.
liters per 100 km (214 mpg US ) (NEDC), with corresponding CO 2 emissions of 27 g/km. A central acoustic capsule unites design themes from the world of combustion engines and electric motors; the electric elements are coded in the color blue. accelerates up to 60 km/h (37 mph) in 8.8 Phantom views of the twin up! The twin up!
mpg US to 35.6 mpg US); this equates to a reduction in CO 2 from 184 g/km to 173 g/km. mpg US) to 6.6 l/100 km (34 mpg US). Meanwhile, at higher speeds—140 km/h (87 mph) and above—the air suspension automatically lowers the vehicle’s body. liters of diesel per 100 km (from 33.6 l/100 km).
US mpg) fuel economy, equivalent to CO 2 emissions of 59 g/km (94.95 A lightweight design strategy also plays a major role in the car’s dynamic performance. The hexagonal single-frame grille also offers an outlook on future design of the sporty production models. The center locking wheels have a five twin-spoke design.
At the Los Angeles Auto Show this week, Marc Lichte, Head of Design, is presenting the Audi prologue concept car. US mpg), which equates to CO 2 emissions of 199 grams per kilometer (320.3 Lichte is giving the Audi brand a new styling direction in the large coupe. Earlier post.). The V8 accelerates the two?door
Toyota projects fuel economy of 52 mpg city / 48 mpg highway / 50 mpg combined for the AWD-e model, and estimates that the AWD-e model—which is debuting at the LA Auto Show—could account for as much as 25% of annual US Prius sales. The Prius AWD-e models offer the same 65.5
mpg US) (European cycle) and CO 2 emissions to 109 g/km; this marks a reduction in consumption and CO 2 emissions in the EU test cycle by as much as 0.4 mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 114–124 g/km. mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 109–119 g/km, depending on the tire format fitted. l/100 km (57.4 l/100 km (52.3 – 57.4 seconds), 7.9
liters per 100 km / 94 mpg (US) along with an AWD driving experience with torque distribution geared towards optimized dynamics. BMW designed the i8 from the start as a plug-in hybrid sports car boasting agile performance attributes and extraordinary efficiency. The BMW i8 accelerates from 0 – 100 km/h in 4.4 Click to enlarge.
The new MINI features an all-new vehicle architecture, an evolutionary design and a range of new fuel-efficient engines. mpg US ) and 92 – 95 g CO 2 /km (EU test cycle figures, dependent on tire format selected). to 51 mpg US / 50.1 to 49 mpg US , respectively). seconds), top speed is 235 km/h (146 mph).
This mode is active up to 70 km/h (43 mph). l/100 km (81 mpg US ) (69 g of CO 2 /km). Applied in the Cactus, the Hybrid Air system delivers fuel consumption of under 3 l/100 km (78 mpg US ), and features a 45% reduction in fuel consumption in urban driving. Gasoline power. This mode is used primarily outside urban areas.
This design provides both maximum performance and amazing efficiency, and it is designed and built with heavy-duty performance and demand in mind. Using the SPORT or SPORT S+ settings, for example, the i-FORCE MAX powertrain makes use of the electric motor’s instantaneous responsiveness.
The lightweight XL1 (795 kg, 1,753 lbs) delivers NEDC fuel consumption of 261 mpg (0.9 The XL1 has a top speed (electronically controlled) of 160 km/h (99 mph); cruising at a constant 100 km/h the XL1 uses only 8.3 In all-electric mode, the XL1 requires less than 0.1 kWh to cover more than 0.6 miles (one kilometer), based on the NEDC.
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.
liters/100 km [35 – 39 mpg US]; CO 2 emissions combined: 178 – 160 g/km in the WLTP cycle), with a six-cylinder in-line diesel engine boosted by 48V mild hybrid technology. liters/100 km [181 – 235 mpg US]; electric power consumption combined: 26.0 – 23.7 The new BMW M760e xDrive accelerates from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.3
mm) is an entirely new engineering development that was systematically designed for low efficiency losses. The oil pump, with its two-stage control, is designed for energy efficiency. Acceleration from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) takes 8.6 seconds; acceleration tops out at 216 km/h (134 mph). liters of fuel per 100 km (57.4
100 km (41 mpg US ), or 134 grams CO 2 /km (216 g/mile). Designed to be lighter and more efficient, the new EA888 Gen 3 turbocharged and direct-injection four-cylinder powerplant features a number of refinements, including a novel cylinder-head-integrated exhaust manifold with exhaust gas cooling. now can get up to 36 mpg (6.5
Starting in August, the company will make calibration updates for owners at dealerships designed to improve on-road fuel economy of the 2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid, 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid and 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. Ford is boosting the on-road fuel economy performance of its 2013 model year hybrid vehicles in the US and Canada. Earlier post.).
Rear-wheel-drive-equipped Explorer Limited Hybrid has an EPA-estimated rating of 27 mpg city /29 mpg highway/28 mpg combined, while a four-wheel-drive version has an EPA-estimated rating of 23 mpg city/26 mpg highway/25 mpg combined. liter-equipped model in 0-60 mph by 1.1 liter EcoBoost engine.
GM introduced the 2014 Cruze Diesel in early summer 2013 in the US with an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 27 mpg city, 46 mpg highway and 33 mpg combined (8.7, At that time, the MY2014 Cruze Diesel was going up against the MY2014 Jetta with fuel economy of 30 mpg city, 42 mpg highway, 34 mpg combined (7.8,
l/100 km (56 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km. l/100km (49 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions from 125g/km. l/100km (49 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions from 125g/km. l/100km (30 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 181g/km. Top speed mph (km/h). mph and 19 mph (1.8 The all-aluminium 2.0-liter The all-aluminium 2.0-liter
Launched in 2005 for Europe, the first generation Toyota AYGO was designed to attract young, urban-based customers, and to bring a greater sense of playfulness to the Toyota brand. 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.
Elio Motors, the start-up developing a $6,800, 84-mpg- (2.8l/100 As the team began to dive into some of the details and changes to meet the desired Elio targets, it found that the Geo Metro engine would not meet the fuel efficiency targets to enable the vehicle fuel economy goal of 84 mpg highway. Current prototype of the Elio.
The show car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.2 seconds and reaches an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). mpg US), a CO 2 equivalent of 45 grams per kilometer (72.4 The show car is also designed for use with Audi Wireless Charging technology for contactless inductive charging.
At the recent 2013 SAE World Congress, engineers from Bosch and AVL presented papers on progress in the ACCESS project, describing the design, combustion development and controls development for a resulting 4-cylinder gasoline turbocharged direct injection (GTDI) engine with part-load HCCI capability. FTP75 (mpg). HWY (mpg).
Maximum system torque is 600 N·m and top speed is reached at 250 km/h (155 mph), while a speed of 140 km/h (87 mph) is possible in purely electric operation. The set-up is designed for dynamic performance, and the gearshift program is sporty.
mpg, or 28%, with an average annual improvement of about 0.5 mpg per year. mpg, or 28%, with an average annual improvement of about 0.5 mpg per year. Vehicle weight and power are two important design parameters that help determine a vehicle’s CO 2 emissions and fuel economy. mpg and truck SUVs reaching 22.2
mpg US) (99 g/km CO 2 )—more efficient than any previous Golf with a gasoline engine. seconds and goes on to a top speed of 204 km/h (127 mph). l/100 km (52 mpg). l/100 km (51 mpg). The Volkswagen EA211 engine series served as the foundation for designing the new 1.0 l/100 km (54.7 Golf Comparisons.
Combining eight-speed automatic transmission with the electrification of Mazda’s 48V mild hybrid system, M Hybrid Boost, all three units are designed to significantly improve power delivery and driving pleasure, while at the same time enhancing environmental performance. l/100 km (157 mpg US), and WLTP combined CO 2 emissions of 33g/km.
In short, Volkswagen met its design target; the e-Golf drives like a Golf that happens to have a battery-electric powertrain, rather than a battery-electric vehicle that is labelled a Golf. Key atributes of the e-Golf are its design for “everyday practicality, just like every other Golf” and its engineering for large-scale production.
Toyota anticipates that the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid—unveiled earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show ( earlier post ) and the eighth hybrid in Toyota’s line-up—will receive EPA ratings of 34 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 33 mpg combined (6.9, The RAV4 Hybrid will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 8.1
seconds, has a top speed of up to 280 km/h (174 mph), yet offers fuel consumption of just 2.0 l/100 km/h (118 mpg) on the NEDC cycle for plug-in hybrid vehicles. The Golf GTE Sport sprints to 50 km/h (31 mph) in 1.8 seconds, and the maximum speed permitted in Austria, i.e. 130 km/h (81 mph), in 6.5 Two-seater race car.
liters per 100 kilometers (147 mpg US) as well as by 41 to 36 grams per kilometer*. l/100 km (118 mpg US); combined power consumption: 15.4 – 15.0 The top speed of both models is 235 km/h (146 mph). BMW Live Cockpit ConnectedDrive with its fully digital display design is also available as special equipment.
Mercedes-Benz has launched its new C-Class, featuring a lightweight design concept with weight savings of up to 100 kg (220 lbs); excellent aerodynamics and new, economical engines along with a hybrid model. l/100 km/mpg US. liters will be added, featuring reduced weight, compact design and low specific fuel consumption.
With acceleration from 0 to 62 mph in 5.9 seconds, and a top speed of 147 mph (237 km/h), the CrossBlue Coupé has a combined fuel consumption of 79 mpg (3.0 l/100 km (34 mpg US) of fuel. In boosting—i.e., The CrossBlue Coupé can deliver as much as 415 hp (309 kW). l/100 km) in the new European driving cycle (NEDC).
The new Tiguan is well-designed, -engineered and -built, and is packed with content; driving is a pleasure, even when the road and traffic are not. However, it is also more fuel efficient, picking up 2 mpg on the EPA combined cycle rating—an increase of 9% over the 2017 model. (As Third, the EA888 2.0TSI Gen.3 2018 VW Tiguan.
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