Choosing the front - wheel - drive four -
cylinder model improves gas mileage to 25/33 mpg.
Not exact matches
Four -
cylinder models also include an «eco» button mounted on the console that alters the throttle mapping and gear selection for
improved fuel economy.
Numbers for the base
model haven't been announced but will surely
improve over the old six -
cylinder's 18 mpg, combined.
Over the previous
model, the high output valve timing contributes to the engine's output increase of 9 percent, while the added
cylinder deactivation reduces pumping losses by 66 percent to help
improve electrical regeneration capability by 1.7 times.
of torque (10 percent increase), with better fuel economy and increased refinement 6,000 - mile maintenance schedule for all gasoline engines
Improved steering linkage for 4x4 models Trailer Sway Control added to available Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system available 2007 MODEL YEAR YES ® Essentials Stain resistant, odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric incorporated into vehicles with cloth seats Power accessory delay E85 compatible 4.7 - liter V - 8 engine (Flexible Fuel Vehicle — FFV) Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Optional remote start One - touch, three - blink lane change feature 2006 MODEL YEAR Multi-displacement System (MDS) on 5.7 - liter engine is a fully functioning cylinder deactivation system on a pickup truck (first for segment) and enables fuel economy improvements of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four - speed automatic transmission (mated with 3.7 - liter V - 6 engine) results in improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and handling charact
Improved steering linkage for 4x4
models Trailer Sway Control added to available Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system available 2007
MODEL YEAR YES ® Essentials Stain resistant, odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric incorporated into vehicles with cloth seats Power accessory delay E85 compatible 4.7 - liter V - 8 engine (Flexible Fuel Vehicle — FFV) Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Optional remote start One - touch, three - blink lane change feature 2006
MODEL YEAR Multi-displacement System (MDS) on 5.7 - liter engine is a fully functioning
cylinder deactivation system on a pickup truck (first for segment) and enables fuel economy improvements of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four - speed automatic transmission (mated with 3.7 - liter V - 6 engine) results in
improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and handling charact
improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4
models) minimizes energy consumption and
improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4
models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4
models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and handling characteristics
The 6 -
cylinder model also sees fuel economy
improve by 10 percent or more, with new estimated ratings of 20 mpg city / 28 mpg highway / 23 combined.The new 2015 Legacy arrives in Subaru dealerships in summer 2014 with the 4 -
cylinder 2.5 i
model available in Standard, Premium and Limited trim lines, accompanied by the top - of - line 6 -
cylinder 3.6 R Limited.The 2015 Subaru Legacy is the best - equipped ever, with all trim lines adding new standard amenities.
That figure only
improves as you step up to the more rewarding 4 -
cylinder models.
As in the other Huracán
models, the LP 580 - 2 features
cylinder deactivation to
improve engine efficiency.
The global powertrain lineup for the new Focus will include a range of state - of - the - art Ford EcoBoost ™ four -
cylinder turbocharged direct injection (DI) engines — including the 1.6 - litre unit in Europe and a choice of advanced and
improved Duratorq TDCi common - rail diesel engines, all of which offer reductions in fuel consumption of between 10 and 20 per cent compared to the outgoing
models.
Economy of 30mpg and emissions of 214g / km are
improved over the previous
model thanks to
cylinder deactivation tech.
The sporty
model packs a 1.6 - liter four -
cylinder unit able to develop 121 horsepower and 154 Nm of torque, enough power to expect
improved figures over the 8,4 seconds acceleration time (0 - 100 km / h) of the standard
model.
Not about to rest on its laurels while Chevrolet releases a new - and -
improved version of the sixth - generation Camaro for 2019, Ford Motor Company has tweaked the four -
cylinder Mustang EcoBoost and V8 - powered Mustang GT for the new
model year.
Highlights: All - new redesign with new architecture and powertrainUnibody construction, lower weight and
improved fuel efficiencyStandard 3.5 - liter 6 -
cylinder engine and 6 - speed automatic transmissionAvailable 2.0 - liter, turbocharged 4 -
cylinder engineStandard front - wheel drive with optional all - wheel drive4WD
models offer Terrain Management SystemV - 6
models rated to tow 5,000 poundsAssembled in the United StatesAvailable in late 2010IntroductionThe midsized Ford Explorer sport utility vehicle replaced the Ford Bronco II for the 1991
model year.
Critical Knowledge: All - new design for 2009Larger in nearly every dimensionHigh - strength steel used in manufacturingExclusive new turbocharged 4 -
cylinder engineStandard quattro all - wheel drive (AWD) Engine sits behind front axle for better weight distributionAudi Dynamic Steering
improves steering feelHigh level of standard safety featuresNew electromechanically operated tailgateAvailable in Fall 2008IntroductionIntroduced in 1998, Audi's popular A4 Avant (station wagon)
model traces its lineage back to the Audi 80 Avant, a
model first launched in 1966.
The 1999 Miata is the first
model to feature significant changes from the original.Mazda did a superb job
improving the Miata without destroying the car's unique and wonderful spirit.The familiar 1.8 - liter, double - overhead - cam, four -
cylinder engine remains tucked neatly under the Miata's reshaped hood.
• New generation of engines with MINI TwinPower Turbo Technology; three
model variants available as of market launch: MINI Cooper with 100 kW / 136 bhp 3 -
cylinder engine, MINI Cooper S with 141 kW / 192 bhp 4 -
cylinder petrol engine and MINI Cooper D with 3 -
cylinder diesel engine (85 kW / 116 bhp); expansion of the
model program to include the entry - level variants MINI One D (3 -
cylinder diesel engine, 70 kW / 95 bhp) and MINI One (3 -
cylinder spark - ignition engine, 75 kW / 102 bhp); 6 - speed manual transmission as standard, with optional 6 - speed automatic transmission or sports automatic transmission, also newly developed; extensive MINIMALISM technology including automatic engine start / stop function likewise in conjunction with automatic transmission and optional GREEN mode;
improved driving performance figures and reduced fuel consumption; biggest efficiency advance in the MINI Cooper with automatic transmission: acceleration from zero to 100 km / h 2.6 seconds faster, average fuel consumption 27 per cent lower; lowest fuel consumption and CO2 levels in the MINI Cooper D: 3.5 — 3.6 litres / 100 km, 92 — 95 g / km (EU test cycle figures, dependent on tyre format selected).
Standard on Sport and Touring
models is a 187 - hp 2.5 - liter naturally - aspirated 4 -
cylinder, which is updated this year with
cylinder - deactivation technology for
improved fuel economy.
The base LE
model's 2.7 - liter 4 -
cylinder / 6 - speed automatic transmission powertrain is carried over, but the 3.5 - liter V6 on other Highlanders is revised for
improved horsepower and fuel economy.
But underneath its wholesomely familiar exterior is a range of new and / or
improved turbocharged four -
cylinder direct - injection gasoline and common - rail diesel engines as well as a contemporary steel - platform structure that, while helping to pare up to 220 pounds from its curb weight compared to the sixth - generation
model, provides it with added length and width, but reduced height.
It still features direct injection and continuously - variable valve timing, but now adds (on automatic
models) Active Fuel Management, which de-activates two
cylinders for
improved fuel economy in light - load driving.
Important engineering revisions markedly
improve fuel economy, particularly for four -
cylinder models, while updated suspension and steering designs maintain the Altima's reputation as one of the market's best - handling family sedans.
By shortening the bore pitch compared to the present engine
models and reducing the thickness of the
cylinder block and camshaft, engine weight is reduced by 15 % and fuel efficiency is
improved by 10 %.
The V6 also boasts
cylinder deactivation which
improves fuel economy to 20 City / 29 Highway for the front - wheel drive
model and 19/28 for the all - wheel drive
model.
The powertrain lineup in this round of updates — the third since the
model was fully redesigned in 2012 — adopts new technologies, including a
cylinder deactivation system for the SKYACTIV - G 2.5 - liter gasoline engine, to
improve superior fuel efficiency.
Four -
cylinder models get a new ignition system that does away with the distributor and an
improved fuel injection system.
Standard on both the base and GT
model is a newly -
improved 2.2 - liter four -
cylinder Ecotec engine producing 155 horsepower, driving a five - speed manual transmission or an optional four - speed automatic.
Built on GM's global small - car platform and considered an «entry - level»
model, the front - wheel - drive G5 comes in two trim levels, each sharing an
improved 2.2 - liter four -
cylinder engine, but with differing suspension setups.
After it received a few minor adjustments for the 2009
model year, the Mitsubishi Spyder continues to
improve for 2010: the four -
cylinder Eclipse Spyder GS adopts GT styling cues, including a two - tone front and rear bumper fascias and dual exhaust outlets.
2019 Jeep ® Cherokee: Authentic, Premium Jeep Design and New Advanced Global Turbo Engine Enhance Evolution of Renowned Mid-size SUV New, more premium design stays true to iconic Jeep ® styling All - new front fascia, hood, LED headlamps, daylight running lamps and fog lamps New lightweight, handsfree power liftgate Five new wheel designs, including premium 19 - inch wheel on Overland
models Open - air freedom with available dual - pane sunroof Premium, refined interior functionality and design with new Satin Chrome and Piano Black high - gloss accents
Improved rear cargo volume and more convenient storage space All - new 2.0 - liter direct - injection turbocharged inline four -
cylinder engine with 270 horsepower and 295 lb. - ft.
Unmatched capability with Command - Trac and Rock - Trac 4x4 systems, next - generation Dana axles, new Selec - Trac full - time two - speed transfer case, Tru - Lock electric front - and rear - axle lockers, Trac - Lok limited - slip differential and 33 - inch off - road tires Industry - leading ground clearance and approach, breakover and departure angles Unmatched crawl ratios Up to 30 inches of water fording A modern design that stays true to the original Instantly recognizable keystone - shaped grille pays homage to Jeep ® CJ
models Iconic round headlamps and square tail lamps provide distinctive Wrangler character Rugged - yet - distinguished design boasts
improved aerodynamics Convenient fold - down windshield for off - road purists More open - air freedom for the only true open - air 4x4 SUV with new easy - to - use Sky One - Touch powertop, two hardtops and premium soft top Dozens of different door, top and windshield combinations Lightweight, high - strength aluminum doors, hinges, hood, fenders, windshield frame, and magnesium swing gate help reduce weight and boost fuel economy Suspension tuned to optimize on - road handling and ride comfort without sacrificing off - road capability Advanced fuel - efficient powertrain menu: All - new 2.0 - liter turbocharged inline four -
cylinder engine with efficient eTorque technology 3.6 - liter Pentastar V - 6 engine with Engine Stop - Start (ESS) Diesel power in response to overwhelming consumer demand: 3.0 - liter EcoDiesel V - 6 with ESS coming in 2019 Two transmission offerings: new eight - speed automatic or six - speed manual Fourth - generation Uconnect system includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and the choice of 5.0, 7.0 - or 8.4 - inch touchscreens with pinch - and - zoom capability Packed with more than 75 available advanced safety and security features
Under the hood, the Picanto carries over with the 1.0 - liter three -
cylinder and 1.25 - liter four -
cylinder engines from the previous
model, but with upgrades for
improved efficiency and driveability.
Throw in variable sports steering, which returns just two turns lock to lock (there's almost three in the X3), performance control (which brakes the inside wheel in bends to
improve cornering ability) and, in six -
cylinder models, a sportier eight - speed auto, and the X4 30d is far more rewarding to drive than the equivalent X3.
In addition to the change in engine size, the Equinox» steering system on the 4 -
cylinder model is rack - mounted but electrically power - assisted, which has dramatically
improved efficiency.
Yet despite the 25 percent reduction in capacity and the loss of two
cylinders, the new BMW M division engine delivers 10 hp more than its predecessor, thanks to patented induction process that is claimed to provide vastly
improved levels of combustion efficiency, in the process preserving an illustrious 27 year tradition that has seen each incarnation of the M3, the ranks of which have now been reduced to a single four - door sedan
model alongside two - door M4 coupe and cabriolet
models, boast more firepower than its direct predecessor.
A five - speed manual transmission is standard on all four -
cylinder models, while an
improved four - speed automatic is optional on four -
cylinder cars and standard on V -6-equipped Accords.
The hybrid Toyota Avalon uses a 2.5 - liter four -
cylinder engine coupled to an electric motor for
improved fuel economy, but will cost about $ 5,000 more upfront than the base gas - powered
model.
The Spyder also includes new technical features of the 2016
model year Huracán family, including «
cylinder on demand» in combination with «stop start», and a new electronically controlled all - wheel drive set - up for even
improved driving behavior.
Thanks to TwinPower Turbo technology, the new supercharged 4 -
cylinder petrol engine with all - aluminium crankcase, already available in the BMW X1 xDrive28i, provides increased torque,
improved performance and much reduced fuel consumption and emission levels as compared to the existing 6 -
cylinder induction engine
model BMW Z4 sDrive30.