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GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

Green Car Congress

Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 EGHR improves engine warm up and assures consistent fuel economy performance in cold weather. engine with start/stop. An 80-cell, 1.5

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Infiniti Q80 Inspiration concept hybrid delivers 550 hp with 42.8 mpg fuel economy

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The four-door fastback is powered by a hybrid electric powertrain that is expected to deliver 550 hp (410 kW) with fuel consumption of 5.5 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of about 129 g/km. liter V6 that is part of a new engine family which will be introduced within the next two years. L/100 km (42.8 Q80 Inspiration.

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Tesla Model S matches gas cars by going 320 miles at average speeds of 75 mph

Teslarati

The Tesla Model S reached a range on par with internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles after logging 320 miles of range at 75mph during a highway fuel-economy test run. During the run, the test driver drove the Model S Long Range Plus through a 100-mile stretch of interstate, involving an out-and-back loop at 75 mph in cruise control.

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These hybrids have AWD, top 40 mpg, cost less than $30,000

Baua Electric

If so, one of the market’s low-priced, high-mpg all-wheel-drive hybrids may be your best bet. Sure, Subaru produces a whole lineup of all-wheel-drive vehicles, but only a couple of its models top 30 mpg combined. Likewise, you can get a Nissan Altima with AWD for a tick under $30,000, but it doesn’t even hit 30 mpg combined.

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Tips: 6 Ways to Increase Your Fuel Economy

Clean Fleet Report

Saving Money on Your Way to Maximum MPG. But how can you increase your fuel economy? Surprisingly, the number of items you carry in your vehicle can have a meaningful impact on your fuel economy. Some parts of your car that especially affect your mileage include air filters, connectors and spark plugs.

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Volkswagen Millerized 1.5 TSI ACT BlueMotion gasoline engine offers diesel-like fuel economy; derivatives may be applied in hybrid systems

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Volkswagen has developed and deployed a gasoline engine that offers diesel-like fuel economy but is significantly cheaper to buy. TSI ACT BlueMotion delivers 96 kW / 130 PS with combined fuel consumption of 4.8 l/100 km (49 mpg US). l/100 km/h (59 mpg US). The NEDC extra-urban figure drops as low as 4.0

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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 l/100 km) combined fuel economy (projected). That makes the 2020 Corolla Hybrid the most fuel-efficient model to ever wear the model name that debuted more than a half-century ago.

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