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New Toyota Highlander turbocharged engine offers more torque and fewer emissions

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The 2023 Toyota Highlander gas models are equipped with a new, higher-torque, high-efficiency turbocharged engine. liter V6 engine’s 263 lb-ft (357 N·m). Fuel efficiency is also improved for this higher-torque engine with an EPA-estimate of up to 25 MPG combined. The 265-horsepower, 2.4-liter

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VW introduces new, more efficient TSI engine generation; Miller cycle with higher compression and electric VTG turbo

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The first model in this future generation of spark ignition engines is the 1.5-liter The fuel-efficient and high-torque gasoline-fueled TSI engine is set to launch in late 2016, initially with outputs of 96 kW and 110 kW. The improvements in fuel economy take effect across a wide range of the engine map—i.e,

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Volkswagen Group’s MQB plug-in hybrid powertrain; foundation for Golf GTE, A3 e-tron, and more

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The first two mainstream plug-in hybrid electric vehicles from the Volkswagen Group—e.g., The new Mark 7 Golf, which is MQB-based, offers gasoline; diesel; natural gas; plug-in hybrid (the GTE); and battery-electric (the e-Golf) versions, all of which can be manufactured bumper-to-bumper on the same assembly line.

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Third-Generation VW Sharan Van Will Offer Fuel Consumption As Low As 5.5 L/100km (43 mpg US); Start-Stop and Battery Regeneration

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The new Sharan, which is larger than its predecessor, will offer a choice of two direct injection TSI gasoline and two TDI diesel engines that are up to 21% more fuel-efficient than the comparable engines of the outgoing model. This relieves engine load, which in turn reduces fuel consumption. TDI Engines.

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Toyota reduces fuel consumption and emissions across the new Auris range; 13% average reduction in CO2 compared to predecessors; gasoline, diesel and hybrid

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Aerodynamic improvements, weight savings and engine enhancements have reduced fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions across the range. Toyota anticipates a 1/3 full hybrid, 1/3 gasoline, 1/3 diesel engine mix. This has been achieved within the new Auris gasoline engine range through the use of high, 11.5:1

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More Details on the Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Powertrain; 42 mpg US Combined

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Lexus engineers have focused on enhancing both the environmental and driving performance of the full hybrid series/parallel system, as well as its low NVH levels. liter Atkinson Cycle Engine. liter Atkinson Cycle Engine. With a total system output of 134 hp (100 kW), the CT 200h will accelerate from 0-60 mph in 9.8

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Opel to launch 3 new engine families, 13 new engines by 2016

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Opel is launching three new engine families and 13 new engines between 2012 and 2016, renewing 80% of its engine portfolio. liter gasoline and diesel engines, together with next generation five- and six-speed gearboxes. liter gasoline and diesel engines, together with next generation five- and six-speed gearboxes.

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