Sentences with phrase «auto fuel efficiency»

The decision in May 2009 to raise U.S. auto fuel efficiency standards 40 percent by 2016 will reduce U.S. dependence on oil far more than converting the country's entire grain harvest into ethanol could.

What are your specific views regarding auto fuel efficiency standards?

In my view, the auto fuel efficiency standards should be considerably higher than they have been set by the E.P.A. And, the higher initial car prices that result should not be seen as a «tax.»

I think there should be a post specifically on the auto fuel efficiency standards, and on the auto industry.

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Regulators have steadily added tough safety, emissions and fuel efficiency standards, and in the U.S., class - action lawsuits that have yielded big judgments is putting additional pressure on auto companies.

The EPA's recent move to roll back automobile fuel efficiency standards benefits almost no one except auto manufacturers, who save on R&D costs, and oil companies, for whom greater fuel consumption translates into more revenues.

The decision cited the auto industry's complaint that the popularity of larger vehicles makes hitting fuel - efficiency targets more difficult.

Low prices have emboldened many Americans to purchase vehicles with lower fuel efficiency such as trucks, vans and SUVs, which has been great for auto companies and lenders.

In a utopian world, Canadian auto workers would get huge raises, governments would lavish money on the industry, and cars would drive themselves as they met fuel efficiency and emissions standards effortlessly.

Mileage fraud is a violation of Japan's fuel efficiency law for autos because buyers are eligible for tax breaks if a vehicle model delivers good mileage.

WASHINGTON (CNN)- Help may soon be on the way to the struggling U.S. auto industry after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi backed off her opposition to using funds from a fuel - efficiency research program for a bailout, two congressional officials said Friday.

The Chinese government hopes to avoid an auto - driven environmental apocalypse both by mandating increasing fuel efficiency but also by pushing these domestic vehicle manufacturers for homegrown hybrid, electric and fuel - cell vehicles under its «863» program — deriving its name from its launch back in March 1986.

Fuel - cell - powered vehicles could offer more than twice the efficiency of today's autos.

A high - strength steel being developed at Missouri University of Science and Technology could help auto manufacturers in their quest to meet future fuel efficiency requirements.

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FARMINGTON HILLS, MI — Rieter Automotive Systems appears to be in the right place at the right time as the national debate over the size and fuel efficiency of big pickups and SUVs grows more impassioned and auto makers contemplate whether new - generation diesels are quiet enough for American ears.

Pricing and fuel - economy figures are not yet available (they'll be announced at the Detroit auto show in January), but figure low $ 60s for a base 540i M Sport and a fuel - efficiency bump of about 10 percent.

As it is, I settle for Sport — the best shift option if you're leaving the» box in auto mode (the normal setting slurs gears utterly imperceptibly and maximises fuel efficiency, which is impressive but a bit boring).

If you want to customize your used luxury car with auto parts and accessories to improve performance, fuel efficiency or style, we've got you covered.

(232 N • m) of torque coupled with a six - speed automatic transmission with Auto Stick delivers excellent performance and fuel efficiency, as well as smooth and quiet operation.

The high - profile sports car also utilizes a number of fuel - efficiency - enhancing technologies, such as auto start / stop that kicks in under moderate deceleration as you approach a stop.

Our certified auto service advisors and technicians are here to help drivers pick out a set of new tires that meet their needs, whether those lean to a longer tread life, more comfort, or greater fuel efficiency through rolling resistance.

The US auto industry offers very small options when it comes to competing with the Germans in the luxo sedan segment, and apart from the new Fusion hybrid, Japan's got us spanked in fuel efficiency.

Depending on the DNA mode set, new auto «box optimises fluidity, comfort and ease of driving in all environments, including around town, and further improves fuel efficiency and cuts CO2 emissions.

DETROIT — While many manufacturers are talking up their new fuel - efficiency strategies or upgraded electric powertrains, Ford wasn't ashamed to flex some muscle at its event here at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

This 2017 Toyota Corolla LE is proudly offered by Barry's Auto Group The 2017 Toyota offers compelling fuel - efficiency along with great value.

Strengths of this model include Sporty looks, affordability, reliability, fuel efficiency, and standard features Options: Abs Brakes (4 - Wheel) Adjustable Rear Headrests Air Conditioning - Air Filtration Air Conditioning - Front - Single Zone Airbags - Driver - Knee Airbags - Front - Dual Airbags - Front - Passenger Seat Cushion Airbags - Front - Side Airbags - Front - Side Curtain Airbags - Passenger - Occupant Sensing Deactivation Airbags - Rear - Side Curtain Audio - Antenna: Element Audio Auxiliary Input: Ipod / Iphone Integration Audio Auxiliary Input: Jack Audio Auxiliary Input: Usb Auto - Lock Body Side Reinforcements Side Impact Door Beams Braking Assist Cargo Area Light Center Console Front Console With Armrest And Storage Child Safety Locks Child Seat Anchors Latch System Clock Crumple Zones Front Crumple Zones Rear Daytime Running Lights Led Digital Odometer Driver Information System Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Emergency Interior Trunk Release Exterior Mirrors Manual Folding Exterior Mirrors Power External Temperature Display Floor Material Carpet Front 12V Power Outlet (S) Front Headrests Adjustable Front Seatbelts: 3 - Point Front Suspension Classification: Independent Front Suspension Type: Macpherson Struts Fuel Economy Display Mpg Fuel Economy Display Range Headlights Auto Delay Off Impact Absorbing Seats Dual Front Inside Rearview Mirror Manual Day / Night Mirror Color Body - Color Multi-Function Display Number Of Front Headrests 2 Number Of Rear Headrests 3 One - Touch Windows: 1 Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: 4 Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: Recline Power Brakes Power Steering Power Windows Reading Lights Front Reading Lights Rear Rear Bumper Color Body - Color Rear Seats 60 - 40 Split Bench Rear Seats Split Folding Safety Brake Pedal System Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retractors: Front Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retractors: Front And Rear Seatbelts Seatbelt Force Limiters: Front Seatbelts Seatbelt Pretensioners: Front Seatbelts Seatbelt Warning Sensor: Driver And Passenger Seatbelts Second Row 3 - Point Seats Front Seat Type: Bucket Security Engine Immobilizer Stability Control Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Audio Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Phone Steering Wheel Tilt And Telescopic Suspension Stabilizer Bar (S): Front Suspension Stabilizer Bar (S): Rear Tachometer Traction Control Trip Computer Trip Odometer 2 Vanity Mirrors Dual Warnings And Reminders Lamp Failure Low Fuel Engine Oil Coolant Windows Lockout Button Windows Rear Defofuel efficiency, and standard features Options: Abs Brakes (4 - Wheel) Adjustable Rear Headrests Air Conditioning - Air Filtration Air Conditioning - Front - Single Zone Airbags - Driver - Knee Airbags - Front - Dual Airbags - Front - Passenger Seat Cushion Airbags - Front - Side Airbags - Front - Side Curtain Airbags - Passenger - Occupant Sensing Deactivation Airbags - Rear - Side Curtain Audio - Antenna: Element Audio Auxiliary Input: Ipod / Iphone Integration Audio Auxiliary Input: Jack Audio Auxiliary Input: Usb Auto - Lock Body Side Reinforcements Side Impact Door Beams Braking Assist Cargo Area Light Center Console Front Console With Armrest And Storage Child Safety Locks Child Seat Anchors Latch System Clock Crumple Zones Front Crumple Zones Rear Daytime Running Lights Led Digital Odometer Driver Information System Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Emergency Interior Trunk Release Exterior Mirrors Manual Folding Exterior Mirrors Power External Temperature Display Floor Material Carpet Front 12V Power Outlet (S) Front Headrests Adjustable Front Seatbelts: 3 - Point Front Suspension Classification: Independent Front Suspension Type: Macpherson Struts Fuel Economy Display Mpg Fuel Economy Display Range Headlights Auto Delay Off Impact Absorbing Seats Dual Front Inside Rearview Mirror Manual Day / Night Mirror Color Body - Color Multi-Function Display Number Of Front Headrests 2 Number Of Rear Headrests 3 One - Touch Windows: 1 Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: 4 Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: Recline Power Brakes Power Steering Power Windows Reading Lights Front Reading Lights Rear Rear Bumper Color Body - Color Rear Seats 60 - 40 Split Bench Rear Seats Split Folding Safety Brake Pedal System Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retractors: Front Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retractors: Front And Rear Seatbelts Seatbelt Force Limiters: Front Seatbelts Seatbelt Pretensioners: Front Seatbelts Seatbelt Warning Sensor: Driver And Passenger Seatbelts Second Row 3 - Point Seats Front Seat Type: Bucket Security Engine Immobilizer Stability Control Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Audio Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Phone Steering Wheel Tilt And Telescopic Suspension Stabilizer Bar (S): Front Suspension Stabilizer Bar (S): Rear Tachometer Traction Control Trip Computer Trip Odometer 2 Vanity Mirrors Dual Warnings And Reminders Lamp Failure Low Fuel Engine Oil Coolant Windows Lockout Button Windows Rear DefoFuel Economy Display Mpg Fuel Economy Display Range Headlights Auto Delay Off Impact Absorbing Seats Dual Front Inside Rearview Mirror Manual Day / Night Mirror Color Body - Color Multi-Function Display Number Of Front Headrests 2 Number Of Rear Headrests 3 One - Touch Windows: 1 Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: 4 Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: Recline Power Brakes Power Steering Power Windows Reading Lights Front Reading Lights Rear Rear Bumper Color Body - Color Rear Seats 60 - 40 Split Bench Rear Seats Split Folding Safety Brake Pedal System Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retractors: Front Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retractors: Front And Rear Seatbelts Seatbelt Force Limiters: Front Seatbelts Seatbelt Pretensioners: Front Seatbelts Seatbelt Warning Sensor: Driver And Passenger Seatbelts Second Row 3 - Point Seats Front Seat Type: Bucket Security Engine Immobilizer Stability Control Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Audio Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Phone Steering Wheel Tilt And Telescopic Suspension Stabilizer Bar (S): Front Suspension Stabilizer Bar (S): Rear Tachometer Traction Control Trip Computer Trip Odometer 2 Vanity Mirrors Dual Warnings And Reminders Lamp Failure Low Fuel Engine Oil Coolant Windows Lockout Button Windows Rear DefoFuel Economy Display Range Headlights Auto Delay Off Impact Absorbing Seats Dual Front Inside Rearview Mirror Manual Day / Night Mirror Color Body - Color Multi-Function Display Number Of Front Headrests 2 Number Of Rear Headrests 3 One - Touch Windows: 1 Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: 4 Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: Recline Power Brakes Power Steering Power Windows Reading Lights Front Reading Lights Rear Rear Bumper Color Body - Color Rear Seats 60 - 40 Split Bench Rear Seats Split Folding Safety Brake Pedal System Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retractors: Front Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retractors: Front And Rear Seatbelts Seatbelt Force Limiters: Front Seatbelts Seatbelt Pretensioners: Front Seatbelts Seatbelt Warning Sensor: Driver And Passenger Seatbelts Second Row 3 - Point Seats Front Seat Type: Bucket Security Engine Immobilizer Stability Control Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Audio Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Phone Steering Wheel Tilt And Telescopic Suspension Stabilizer Bar (S): Front Suspension Stabilizer Bar (S): Rear Tachometer Traction Control Trip Computer Trip Odometer 2 Vanity Mirrors Dual Warnings And Reminders Lamp Failure Low Fuel Engine Oil Coolant Windows Lockout Button Windows Rear DefoFuel Engine Oil Coolant Windows Lockout Button Windows Rear Defogger

At the New York International Auto Show, Chrysler LLC introduced the first of an all - new line of V - 6 engines intended to improve fuel efficiency across the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge lineup by 8 % on average compared with previous Chrysler V - 6 engines.

The Mirage SE includes the great fuel efficiency of the ES trim and adds some convenient features such as Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and an advanced 6.5 - inch Smartphone Link Display Audio System that allows for seamlessly connectivity and easy access to all the music, apps, and smartphone features you know and love.

My least favorite feature is the auto - idle, which is designed to maximize fuel efficiency in stop - and - go situations.

Vehicle Stats Variant — Titanium Odometer reading — 8,396 km Positives of the report — Steering feel and response, dual clutch auto, throttle response Negatives of the report — No rear parking sensors, visibility, and low speed ride Fuel Efficiency — 10.5 kmpl

For Jeep Patriot customers seeking maximum fuel efficiency without a manual shift, an optional 2.0 - liter four - cylinder engine is mated to the CVT2 with Auto Stick to provide 158 horsepower (117 kW) and 141 lb. - ft.

In addition, you can opt for special technological features like the auto start stop function, which automatically switches off the engine at stops like traffic lights, saving you gas and optimizing fuel efficiency.

As a mid level option, the Ram 1500 is available in a 3.6 L, Pentastar V6 at 305 horsepower which continues the fuel efficiency theme by rating at 17 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway with 2 wheel drive and an 8 speed auto trans.

The significantly improved balance between the performance - focused M experience and the car's fuel consumption originates from the efficiency of the new V8 engine and from leading edge BMW EfficientDynamics technology including the Auto Start - Stop function in conjunction with the seven - speed M Double Clutch Transmission with Drivelogic.

Merc's flagship four - door just got a buncha upgrades at this year's Shanghai Auto Show, and while the German automaker puts fuel efficiency and a cylinder deactivation system at the top of its list, fear not — both models are still crazy fast.

35/24 Highway / City MPG Awards * 2016 IIHS Top Safety Pick * 2016 Best Auto Tech Award Finalist * 2016 16 Best Family Cars * 2016 10 Most Awarded Cars * 2016 Best Buy Awards Winner * 2016 10 Most Comfortable Cars Under $ 30,000 * 2016 10 Best Sedans Under $ 25,000 Reviews * Quiet cabin plenty of convenience and luxury features for the money excellent blend of fuel efficiency and performance with turbocharged 1.6 - liter engine.

The company displayed the new truck variant at the 2018 Auto Expo, with a never - before guarantee of best fuel efficiency or you get to return the truck.

With a focus on technology and fuel efficiency, the models at the exhibition hold much promise for auto enthusiasts.

Despite improvements in engine efficiency — e.g., with technologies such as direct fuel injection, variable valve timing, exhaust - driven turbochargers, brake energy regeneration and Auto Start Stop function — about 60 % of the generated energy is still lost, half of it being exhaust heat, with the remaining... Read more →

Our ever - changing new vehicle specials give drivers in and around Milwaukee the opportunity to snag a car with the following offerings: Excellent fuel - efficiency, Spacious seating and cargo area, Techy features like available Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Available Honda Sensing package.

The Touring trim features a new six - speed auto transmission that increases its EPA - graded fuel efficiency to 19 mpg in the city, one mpg improved than the older Odysseys.

This model sets itself apart with Roomy interior for a compact SUV, fuel - efficiency, excellent connectivity and audio systems, capable all - wheel - drive system, and safety features Options: Radio W / Seek - Scan Clock Speed Compensated Volume Control Steering Wheel Controls Voice Activation And Radio Data System Radio: Entune Am / Fm / Cd / Mp3 / Wma Playback W / 6 Spkers - Inc: 6.1 Touch - Screen W / Integrated Back - Up Camera Display Auxiliary Audio Jack Usb Port W / Ipod Connectivity And Control Vehicle Information W / Customizable Settings Hands - Free Phone Capability Phone Book Access And Music Streaming Via Bluetooth Wireless Technology Integrated Roof Antenna Body - Colored Front Bumper W / Black Rub Strip / Fascia Accent Auto Off Projector Beam Halogen Daytime Running Headlamps Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo Body - Colored Door Handles Black Power Side Mirrors W / Convex Spotter And Manual Folding Tires: P225 / 65R17h As Wide Vent Body - Colored Rear Bumper W / Black Rub Strip / Fascia Accent Fully Galvanized Steel Panels Liftgate Rear Cargo Access Fixed Interval Wipers Lip Spoiler Black Bodyside Cladding And Black Wheel Well Trim Laminated Glass Tailgate / Rear Door Lock Included W / Power Door Locks Deep Tinted Glass Steel Spare Wheel Chrome Side Windows Trim And Black Front Windshield Trim Clearcoat Paint Roof Rack Rails Only Wheels: 17 X 6.5 J - Inc: Caps Fixed Rear Window W / Fixed Interval Wiper And Defroster Body - Colored Grille W / Chrome Accents Driver Foot Rest Cargo Space Lights Engine Immobilizer Remote Releases - Inc: Mechanical Fuel Urethane Gear Shift Knob Full Carpet Floor Covering 3 12V Dc Power Outlets Interior Trim - Inc: Metal - Look Instrument Panel Insert Metal - Look Door Panel Insert And Metal - Look Interior Accents Full Cloth Headliner Outside Temp Gauge Rear Cupholder Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints Fabric Seat Trim Front Map Lights Carpet Floor Trim Front Bucket Seats - Inc: 6 - Way Adjustable Driver And 4 - Way Adjustable Passenger Seats 60/40 Split Reclining Fold - Flat Second - Row Seats W / Height - Adjustable Headrests And Center Armrest Hvac - Inc: Underseat Ducts Split - Bench Front Facing Rear Seat Fade - To - Off Interior Lighting Delayed Accessory Power Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors Trip Computer Day - Night Rearview Mirror Air Filtration Power Rear Windows And Fixed 3Rd Row Windows Cruise Control W / Steering Wheel Controls Gauges - Inc: Speedometer Odometer Engine Coolant Temp Tachometer Inclinometer Trip Odometer And Trip Computer Power 1St Row Windows W / Driver 1 - Touch Down Front Cupholder Cloth Door Trim Insert Manual Air Conditioning Glove Box Remote Keyless Entry W / Integrated Key Transmitter Illuminated Entry Illuminated Ignition Switch And Panic Button Manual Tilt / Telescoping Steering Column Front Center Armrest Power Door Locks W / Autolock Feature Cargo Area Concealed Storage 2 Seatback Storage Pockets Seats W / Cloth Back Material Analog Display Instrument Panel Bin Driver And Passenger Door Bins Full Floor Console W / Covered Storage Mini Overhead Console W / Storage And 3 12V Dc Power Outlets Double Wishbone Rear Suspension W / Coil Springs 15.9 fuel - efficiency, excellent connectivity and audio systems, capable all - wheel - drive system, and safety features Options: Radio W / Seek - Scan Clock Speed Compensated Volume Control Steering Wheel Controls Voice Activation And Radio Data System Radio: Entune Am / Fm / Cd / Mp3 / Wma Playback W / 6 Spkers - Inc: 6.1 Touch - Screen W / Integrated Back - Up Camera Display Auxiliary Audio Jack Usb Port W / Ipod Connectivity And Control Vehicle Information W / Customizable Settings Hands - Free Phone Capability Phone Book Access And Music Streaming Via Bluetooth Wireless Technology Integrated Roof Antenna Body - Colored Front Bumper W / Black Rub Strip / Fascia Accent Auto Off Projector Beam Halogen Daytime Running Headlamps Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo Body - Colored Door Handles Black Power Side Mirrors W / Convex Spotter And Manual Folding Tires: P225 / 65R17h As Wide Vent Body - Colored Rear Bumper W / Black Rub Strip / Fascia Accent Fully Galvanized Steel Panels Liftgate Rear Cargo Access Fixed Interval Wipers Lip Spoiler Black Bodyside Cladding And Black Wheel Well Trim Laminated Glass Tailgate / Rear Door Lock Included W / Power Door Locks Deep Tinted Glass Steel Spare Wheel Chrome Side Windows Trim And Black Front Windshield Trim Clearcoat Paint Roof Rack Rails Only Wheels: 17 X 6.5 J - Inc: Caps Fixed Rear Window W / Fixed Interval Wiper And Defroster Body - Colored Grille W / Chrome Accents Driver Foot Rest Cargo Space Lights Engine Immobilizer Remote Releases - Inc: Mechanical Fuel Urethane Gear Shift Knob Full Carpet Floor Covering 3 12V Dc Power Outlets Interior Trim - Inc: Metal - Look Instrument Panel Insert Metal - Look Door Panel Insert And Metal - Look Interior Accents Full Cloth Headliner Outside Temp Gauge Rear Cupholder Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints Fabric Seat Trim Front Map Lights Carpet Floor Trim Front Bucket Seats - Inc: 6 - Way Adjustable Driver And 4 - Way Adjustable Passenger Seats 60/40 Split Reclining Fold - Flat Second - Row Seats W / Height - Adjustable Headrests And Center Armrest Hvac - Inc: Underseat Ducts Split - Bench Front Facing Rear Seat Fade - To - Off Interior Lighting Delayed Accessory Power Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors Trip Computer Day - Night Rearview Mirror Air Filtration Power Rear Windows And Fixed 3Rd Row Windows Cruise Control W / Steering Wheel Controls Gauges - Inc: Speedometer Odometer Engine Coolant Temp Tachometer Inclinometer Trip Odometer And Trip Computer Power 1St Row Windows W / Driver 1 - Touch Down Front Cupholder Cloth Door Trim Insert Manual Air Conditioning Glove Box Remote Keyless Entry W / Integrated Key Transmitter Illuminated Entry Illuminated Ignition Switch And Panic Button Manual Tilt / Telescoping Steering Column Front Center Armrest Power Door Locks W / Autolock Feature Cargo Area Concealed Storage 2 Seatback Storage Pockets Seats W / Cloth Back Material Analog Display Instrument Panel Bin Driver And Passenger Door Bins Full Floor Console W / Covered Storage Mini Overhead Console W / Storage And 3 12V Dc Power Outlets Double Wishbone Rear Suspension W / Coil Springs 15.9 Fuel Urethane Gear Shift Knob Full Carpet Floor Covering 3 12V Dc Power Outlets Interior Trim - Inc: Metal - Look Instrument Panel Insert Metal - Look Door Panel Insert And Metal - Look Interior Accents Full Cloth Headliner Outside Temp Gauge Rear Cupholder Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints Fabric Seat Trim Front Map Lights Carpet Floor Trim Front Bucket Seats - Inc: 6 - Way Adjustable Driver And 4 - Way Adjustable Passenger Seats 60/40 Split Reclining Fold - Flat Second - Row Seats W / Height - Adjustable Headrests And Center Armrest Hvac - Inc: Underseat Ducts Split - Bench Front Facing Rear Seat Fade - To - Off Interior Lighting Delayed Accessory Power Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors Trip Computer Day - Night Rearview Mirror Air Filtration Power Rear Windows And Fixed 3Rd Row Windows Cruise Control W / Steering Wheel Controls Gauges - Inc: Speedometer Odometer Engine Coolant Temp Tachometer Inclinometer Trip Odometer And Trip Computer Power 1St Row Windows W / Driver 1 - Touch Down Front Cupholder Cloth Door Trim Insert Manual Air Conditioning Glove Box Remote Keyless Entry W / Integrated Key Transmitter Illuminated Entry Illuminated Ignition Switch And Panic Button Manual Tilt / Telescoping Steering Column Front Center Armrest Power Door Locks W / Autolock Feature Cargo Area Concealed Storage 2 Seatback Storage Pockets Seats W / Cloth Back Material Analog Display Instrument Panel Bin Driver And Passenger Door Bins Full Floor Console W / Covered Storage Mini Overhead Console W / Storage And 3 12V Dc Power Outlets Double Wishbone Rear Suspension W / Coil Springs 15.9 Gal.

While EPA figures aren't yet available in regards to fuel efficiency, MINI has equipped its Paceman with brake - energy regeneration and auto start - stop technology to help maximize fuel economy — though it's not clear if both will be offered in North America.

When you turn the Drive Performance Control switch to Eco Pro mode, the eight - speed auto gearbox shifts up earlier and the air - conditioning is also adjusted to boost efficiency, so you should be able to get close to the claimed 44.8 mpg fuel economy.

And for 2016, the Spark adds a new engine with extra power and fuel efficiency, extra infotainment tech (like Android Auto / Apple CarPlay smartphone integration), and extra driver - assistance technologies such as forward collision alert, lane departure warning and forward collision alert.

Further boosting the 2.7 - liter EcoBoost's fuel efficiency is the debut of standard Auto Start - Stop technology in the F - 150.

35/24 Highway / City MPG Awards: * 2016 IIHS Top Safety Pick + * 2016 KBB.com Best Buy Award Finalist * 2016 KBB.com Best Buy Award Winner * 2016 KBB.com 16 Best Family Cars * 2016 KBB.com Best Auto Tech Award Finalist Reviews: * Quiet cabin; plenty of convenience and luxury features for the money; excellent blend of fuel efficiency and performance with turbocharged 1.6 - liter engine.

What maximises the fuel efficiency number is the petrol Q3's «Efficiency» mode that is coupled with the auto - start - stop tech that switches the engine off when you come to a halt and restarts once you lift off the brefficiency number is the petrol Q3's «Efficiency» mode that is coupled with the auto - start - stop tech that switches the engine off when you come to a halt and restarts once you lift off the brEfficiency» mode that is coupled with the auto - start - stop tech that switches the engine off when you come to a halt and restarts once you lift off the brake pedal.

HERE»S WHAT I DO N'T LIKE: Loud wind noise (anytime I exceed 40 - 45 mph), makes it hard to hear the radio at normal volume; intrusive road noise, which I corrected by swapping out the standard Goodyear tires with Continental tires; lackluster acceleration for a V6 engine, CVT tends to lose momentum when you lift your foot off of the gas pedal — often jerky when accelerating and decelerating while in motion and when accelerating from a dead stop; as mentioned by another reviewer, accelerator hesitates before catching when shifting from reverse to drive; bumps in the road are not well absorbed (the 2016 model may have addressed this issue); no power to windows after you shut off the engine; no auto door locks; poor V6 fuel efficiency averaging around 24 MPGs combined; trunk lid's arms and safety feature makes it heavy and sometimes hard to lift open; Infotainment system does understand most voice commands; and Harmon Kardon speakers are sometimes crackly.