Sentences with phrase «economical engine speed»

The diesel engine can therefore be driven in the most economical engine speed range and the additional torque avoids downshifts on hills, thereby saving fuel.

Not exact matches

The economical four - cylinder, Euro 5 emissions compliant turbo diesel engine produces enough power to propel the bus at freeway speeds, and with a 100 - litre fuel tank has a huge operating range between refills.

Both of these engines come as standard with Mercedes» latest nine - speed torque converter automatic gearbox, which is as smooth as you'd hope and presents a good mix of ratios for both strong performance and economical cruising.

I have the 120 bhp diesel engine so it is quick enough to accelerate out of trouble but the 6 speed gear box makes it economical on the motorway

As a economical commuter and a light hauler, it is well worth serious consideration.The least - expensive version of Chevy's S - 10 comes with a rugged - but - quiet 2.2 - liter, 118 - horsepower in - line four - cylinder engine that is mated to a five - speed manual transmission.

The truck's 2.7 - liter four - cylinder engine makes 159 horsepower and 180 lb - ft of torque, and it isn't especially economical, but it is paired with a standard six - speed automatic transmission and can pull up to 3,500 lbs.

The Hyundai Sonata is available with a range of engines from a 2.4 - liter 185 hp, 178 lb - ft, 6 - speed auto) to an economical turbocharged 1.6 - liter (178 hp, 195 lb - ft, 7 - speed dual clutch) and a range topping 2.0 - liter turbo (245 hp, 260 lb - ft, 8 - speed auto).

If the concept version of the X5 eDrive plug - in hybrid is any guide, the economical SUV will be able to drive on pure electricity for up to 30 km before the turbo - petrol engine kicks in, and at speeds of more than 100km / h.

Its wide gear ratio spread of 9.81 over the nine stages enables smaller gear steps, offering greater ride comfort and ensuring that the engine always runs in the most economical speed range.

Powered by an economical 1.5 - liter engine and a 4 - speed automatic, the 2015 Yaris SE starts at $ 17,620, which is a very good starting point for a nicely - equipped commuter car.

A driver - activated switch promotes economical and comfortable driving at low speeds by adjusting the engine mapping, throttle sensitivity, automatic gearshift points, where applicable, and the amount of power consumed by electrical ancillaries including climate control and heated seats.

Speed wasn't the only reason behind switching to turbochargers, however — they made the engine much cleaner and more economical than its predecessors.

An eight - speed automatic transmission and gasoline direct injection (GDI) work hard to make the 429hp V8 engine quick and economical.

The Cooper SD Clubman with four - wheel drive is much more economical, with its 187bhp diesel engine and standard 8 - speed automatic gearbox returning 58.9 mpg and emitting 126g / km - compared with 65.7 mpg and 114g / km in the standard version.

The compact Volkswagen Golf hatchback is available in 3 - door and 5 - door versions, all of which are powered by a 170 - horsepower 1.8 - liter turbocharged 4 - cylinder engine backed by either a 6 - speed automatic or slightly more economical 5 - speed manual transmission.

All that alone was enough to sell the car, dubbed the Protege5, but a taut suspension, sporting tires, a slick five - speed transmission and a willing but economical 2.0 - liter, 130 - horsepower four - cylinder engine make the car as much fun to drive as it is to sit in and look at.

The engine electronics maintain a constant vigil on engine speed, driving conditions and accelerator position to calculate the best gear for economical driving.

Mechanically, the V6 engine is more tractable and economical, while a new five - speed automatic transmission on the four - cylinder model delivers better performance and gas mileage.

This model sets itself apart with long list of standard features, Strong yet economical engines, responsive 6 - speed automatic, just - right size for most families, and comfortable interior Guaranteed financing for everyone, interest rates starting as low as 2.9.

This economical five - door subcompact comes with a 1.6 - liter four - cylinder engine that generates 108hp and, when accompanied by the standard five - speed manual transmission, gets 27 mpg city / 35 mpg highway.

If that wasn't enough pick»n' mixing»n' matching, as per most modern M cars there are also three independently adjustable modes for the power steering, engine / throttle map, dampers and gearshift speeds (from light to heavy, economical to responsive, cushiony to firm, gentle to ferocious — you get the idea).

More common trims will mate this engine to a nine - speed automatic, while Touring and Elite trims get a new ten - speed transmission, which should make those long Thanksgiving highway miles to Grandma's house a little more economical.