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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 car has a top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph) and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 10.5 TDI ultra is now on sale in Germany, with delivery starting in September. Audi unveiled its most fuel-efficient production model, the A3 1.6 With 81 kW (110 hp) of power output, the Audi A3 1.6 TDI ultra consumes 3.2 The Audi A3 1.6
Volkswagen, seeing the hybrid as complementary to the Jetta TDI diesel in attracting different, yet equally fuel-economy-conscious buyers, is initially targeting 5% of Jetta sales in the US for the new hybrid model. The company anticipates EPA-rated combined mileage of around 45 mpg US (5.2
liters/100 km (84 mpg US), which corresponds to 65 g CO 2 /km emissions. Top speed is 250 km/h (155 mph); top all-electric speed is 140 km/h (87 mph). The Mercedes-Benz S 500 Plug-In Hybrid offers a combined system output of 325 kW (442 hp) and 650 N·m (479 lb-ft) torque; acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes 5.2
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced that as of the end of June, worldwide cumulative sales of the Prius gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle (generations I, II and III) passed the 3-million mark. The figure is based on worldwide cumulative sales through the end of May 2013 plus June sales in the US.) mpg US to 89.4
mpg US ), or 82 g/km CO 2. mpg US ) and 94 g/km CO 2. The new Polo will go on sale this spring, first in Germany, then in most other European countries. mpg US ) and 128 g/km CO 2 to 4.6 mpg US ) and 106 g/km CO 2. mpg US ) to 3.2 mpg US )—from 88 g/km CO 2 to 82 g/km). l/100 km (73.5
l/100 km (56 mpg US)—an 11% reduction in consumption from the 4.72 mpg US) of the outgoing 1.5L The unit’s overall power output and performance figures (109 mph maximum speed, 0-62 mph in 11.2 engine brings CO 2 emissions down to 109 g/km from 124 g/km, with fuel consumption on the combined cycle of 4.2
The new Audi A1 Sportback, which will go on-sale in 2012, is a five-door version of the compact 3-door A1. lb-ft) of torque, a zero-to-100 km/h (62 mph) time of 7.0 seconds and a top speed of 227 km/h (141 mph). US mpg) on average, which corresponds to 99 grams of CO 2 /km (159.3 Audi A1 Sportback. Click to enlarge.
mpg US)—equivalent to 88 g CO 2 /km in its three-door version, and 3.4 l/100 km (69 mpg US) and 89 g/km CO 2) in its five-door version. liters diesel per 100 km (67 mpg US) and emissions of 94 g/km CO 2. seconds; maximum speed is 177 km/h (110 mph). Click to enlarge. GM’s Opel has introduced a diesel Corsa 1.3
The GLA, which will go on sale in 2014, is Mercedes-Benz’ first entry into the fast-growing compact SUV segment. mpg US ) and 114 g CO 2 per kilometer (provisional figure). liters of gasoline per 100 km (33 mpg US ) and 151 g CO 2 /km—all provisional figures. Earlier post.) l/100 km (54.7 Pricing is still to be announced.
liters per 100 kilometers (60 to 51 mpg) and CO 2 emissions of 104 to 119 grams per kilometer (167 to 192 g/mile), the new ultra models from Audi are among the most efficient cars of their segment. mpg) with 4.6 Top speed km/h (mph). Fuel consumption (combined) l/100 km (US mpg). mpg/ 136.79 TDI ultra, Audi A5 2.0
When driven at a constant speed of 90 km/h (56 mph), such as during highway travel, the combination delivers fuel economy of 5.2 L/100 km (45 mpg US ). mpg US ), compared to the conventional powertrain model. variants in July, the new Buick LaCrosse has recorded sales of more than 10,000 vehicles. L/100 km (32.6
Consumer Reports fuel economy tests found the Honda Accord Hybrid delivered impressive overall fuel-economy of 40 mpg (5.88 l/100 km), tying the smaller Honda Civic Hybrid and falling below the top-performing and smaller Toyota Prius hatchback by only 4 mpg. Earlier post.). liter gasoline V6.
has begun sales of the all-new Grace hybrid sedan at dealerships across Japan. km/L (81 mpg US or 2.9 Honda’s monthly sales target in Japan is 3,000 units. mph), with a side curtain airbag system and a front seat i-side airbag system (variable capacity type) is available on certain types. Honda Motor Co., Earlier post.).
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.
To promote the soonest widespread use of PHEVs, TMC will analyze feedback regarding the initial release of the Prius Plug-in Hybrid, with an aim to begin sales in the tens of thousands of units to the general public in two years. km/L (72 mpg US) (76 g/km CO 2 ). km/L (134 mpg US) (41 g/km CO 2 ). 100 km/h (62 mph).
EV sales performance. According to the latest AID newsletter , electric vehicle (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) sales reached 20,558 units in Western Europe for the first 10 months of 2012. While the penetration of sales in the US stands at 0.6% l/100km (66 mpg US). Top speed is 45 km/h (28 mph).
It goes on sale in January 2015, with the first models going to customers towards the end of March 2015. The conquest sales rate for the CLA worldwide stands at around 50%. l/100 km (60 mpg US), with emissions of 101 g CO 2 /km. Earlier post.) CLA Shooting Brake. Click to enlarge. CLA 200 CDI. CLA 220 CDI. 4 in-line.
At the 2012 Los Angeles Motor Show in December, Audi of America announced the significant expansion of its diesel model line-up with the addition of A8, A7, A6, and Q5 TDI diesel models to the Q7 and A3 TDI already on sale in the US. 24 mpg 6.34 38 mpg 6.19 29 mpg 8.11 24 mpg 6.34 38 mpg 6.19 29 mpg 8.11
Lincoln’s premium hybrid is expected to deliver at least 41 mpg US (5.7 L/100km) in the city when it goes on sale this fall. The pure electric mode on the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid extends to 47 mph (76 km/h). The 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid uses Ford’s second-generation hybrid system, based on the 2.5-liter Earlier post.) Earlier post.)
GM Europe is launching the Chevrolet Spark ( earlier post ), providing more detail on the all-new mini car prior to its going on sale in Europe in the first quarter of 2010. The smaller of the two units is of 995cc displacement and produces 68 hp (50 kW) at 6,400 rpm, enough to power the car from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 15.5
Shortly after the new Zafira Tourer goes on sale in the fall, Opel will also offer a lower CO 2 ecoFLEX version of the seven-seat monocab. mpg US) in the combined cycle. Maximum speed is 193 km/h (120 mph) and the monocab reaches the 100 km/h mark in 11.4 CDTI ecoFLEX emits 119 g/km CO 2. Click to enlarge.
Accordingly, Volkswagen of America (VoA) diesel sales to date in 2014 represent slightly north of 23% of all Volkswagen of America sales. In August, Jetta posted 3,988 diesels sales (26% of Jetta sales, while Passat TDI sales were 2,767 units, representing 30.1% of sales of the vehicle. Earlier post.)
The Jazz e:HEV plays a key role in Honda’s commitment that 100% of its mainstream European sales will feature electrified powertrains by 2022. seconds and on to a maximum speed of 175 km/h (109 mph). l/100km (52 mpg US) (WLTP) on the standard model and 110 g/km (WLTP) and 4.8l/100km 100km (49 mpg US) (WLTP) on the Crosstar.
US mpg), which equates to CO 2 emissions of 114 grams of CO 2 emissions per kilometer (183.5 The top model breaks into the high-performance range, sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.9 seconds on its way to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). ft) of torque, the 2.0 It averages just 4.3
The production SUV will go on sale before the end of 2011. The concept car accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph in 4.4 seconds and reaches an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). liters of fuel per 100 km (107 US mpg) on average and emits just 59 grams of CO 2 per km (95 g/mile).
I can see combined Prius sales in the US leading Toyota by the end of the decade. The Prius c, like the v and the Plug-in, will add substantial incremental sales to Prius this year, with total family sales of about 220,000. Estimated EPA fuel economy ratings are 53/46/50 mpg US city/highway/combined (4.4/5.1/4.7
mpg (UK) (43.6 mpg US, 5.4 Accelerating to 62 mph takes 8.5 seconds; maximum speed is 140 mph (225 km/h). The new powertrain will feature in a future XF production car with specifications and an estimated on-sale date being announced at the New York Auto Show. The result is a 3dB reduction in cabin noise.
Lincoln’s new MKZ Hybrid ( earlier post ) will be priced the same as its conventional gas sibling when it goes on sale this fall, with an MSRP starting at $35,180, including destination and delivery. The 2011 HS 250h models go on sale this fall as well. The MKZ Hybrid can operate in electric vehicle mode at speeds up to 47 mph.
Since sales of the Chevrolet Volt began, owners have driven almost 1.5 mpg, Volt drivers have saved nearly 58 million gallons of fuel. The second-generation Volt is 220 pounds lighter than the first-generation and delivers 19% stronger 0-30 mph electric acceleration while providing 39% greater pure EV range.
The 2013 Honda CR-Z goes on sale 21 November with a number of powertrain, styling and feature upgrades, including a new Li-ion battery pack that replaces the NiMH pack in the MY 2012 CR-Z hybrid and delivers more power and improved fuel economy. On CVT-equipped models, the EPA city/hwy/combined rating is up 1 mpg city to 36/39/37 mpg (6.53/6.03/6.36
The new Golf—the seventh generation of a vehicle that has been on sale since 1974 with sales totaling 29.13 l/100km (48 mpg US), equivalent to 113 g/km of CO 2 —0.6 l/100km (49 mpg US), or 112 g/km CO 2. l/100km (49 mpg US), or 112 g/km CO 2. mpg US), or 144 g/km CO 2. mpg US), or 106 g/km CO 2.
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
US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions 166 – 163 g/km (267.2 – 262.3 Audi will offer the A4 model line with six turbocharged engines at sales launch in Europe. US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions 138 – 125 g/km (222.1 - 201.2 US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions 166 – 163 g/km (267.2 – 262.3 l/100 km (37.3 - 37.9 Audi S4 Avant TDI.
China is targeting the cumulative production and sales of more than 5 million new energy vehicles, including fuel cell vehicles, by that time as well. The scale of China’s automobile production and sales in the world, is expected to continue to grow. L/100km (40 mpg US) or less. mpg US) or less. L/100km (52.3
The result is 0-60 mph acceleration in 7.2 seconds and a top track speed of 135 mph (217 km/h). preliminary internal estimates, the Cayenne Diesel SUV will achieve a rating of 20 mpg city / 28 mpg highway / 23 mpg combined (11.7, confirmed closer to the start of sales later in 2012. Final figures will be.
seconds, while its top speed is 224 km/h (139 mph). liters per 100 kilometers (29 mpg US), NEDC combined. In conjunction with a five-speed automatic transmission, the E-Class accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.4 Fuel consumption in gasoline-driven mode has been reduced compared with the predecessor model by 1.2 liters to 8.1
—Bill Fay – Toyota Division Group VP & GM, Toyota Motor Sales USA. RAV4 front-wheel-drive models have received EPA-estimated fuel efficiency ratings of 24 mpg city/31 highway (9.8 l/100km, respectively), while all-wheel-drive models are EPA-estimated at 22 mpg city/29 mpg highway (10.7 l/100km, respectively).
The Impala comes standard with a four-cylinder engine, which currently accounts for more than 30% of Impala retail sales. A recent report from Navigant Research predicted worldwide sales of vehicles with stop/start technology (SSVs) will grow from 8.8 Impala with stop/start yields an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 22 mpg city (10.7
The revised CR-Z will go on sale in January 2013. The 0-62 mph sprint time falls from 9.7 sec and top speed is 124 mph (200 km/h). The combined consumption is 5 l/100 km (47 mpg US), with 116 g/km of CO 2. The CR-Z’s 1.5-liter
L/100 km (35 mpg US) on the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC), making it the most fuel-efficient Porsche yet. L/100 km (33 mpg US) (167 g/km CO 2 ). Official US EPA fuel economy estimates will be available closer to the car’s on-sale date. The Panamera S Hybrid accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 5.7
The Wuling N300, which went on sale in China last year, offers a more spacious cabin than traditional mini-commercial vehicles. liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers (43 mpg US) under a constant speed of 50 km/h (31 mph). The Wuling N200 entered the Chinese market in 2007. It consumes less than 5.5
In terms of technical enhancements, particular focus has been placed on the V6 TDI engines, as in Europe more than 90% of all Touareg sales are of models with one of the two V6 TDI engine capacities on offer. 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).
Volkswagen is organizing the e-mobility weeks to inform politicians and policy-makers; journalists; dealers; fleet managers (70% of sales in Germany are to fleets); and the general public about present and future e-technologies and e-vehicles, as well as to make the case that, as one presenter put it: “ e-mobility is at the heart of Volkswagen ”.
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