Sentences with phrase «engine economy cars»

Currently most cars are FF, including virtually all front - engine economy cars, though FR cars are making a return as an alternative to large sport - utility vehicles.

The Polish town made the rear - engine economy cars at its plant from 1973 to 2000.

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Those modifications include stop — start (idle - off) systems in which the engine shuts down when the car is stopped during driving; low rolling - resistance tires (which are harder and thus less flat, reducing friction); variable valve timing for engines, which increases gas consumption efficiency; and fuel economy computers or displays to encourage eco-driving, such as such as those in the Toyota Prius, which show miles per gallon averages for that moment, hour, week or month, or when riding downhill, so that drivers are more aware of how their driving impacts fuel efficiency.

Among other adjustments that could help double fuel economy are turbocharging with smaller, more efficient engines that produce the same level of power; advanced heat management and cooling systems, which reuse the heat produced in the engine for energy; weight reduction, including broader use of high - strength steel that is already in some cars today; better aerodynamics; more efficient air conditioners, transmissions and lighting devices (including headlights); and increased electrification leading to full hybridization with electric motor and regenerative breaking — all of which currently exist.

Friction is a drag: Acting inside car engines, it holds down fuel economy and wears out parts.

But the E320 is the vanguard of a new wave of diesel cars, SUVs and pickups that release far fewer air pollutants without compromising the engine's traditionally excellent fuel economy.

For example, some car engines already have variable valve lift and timing, which provides greater control over the flow of air into and out of the combustion chamber; until now automakers have employed this system primarily to boost horsepower, but it can also be used to increase fuel economy.

Opinion mining is not entirely new, but the team has demonstrated a strong proof of principle with their DFOC method on car design on characteristics such as engine power, fuel economy, safety, comfort, exhaust, sound system, interior design etc..

Volkswagen and EPA have not yet disclosed how the defeat software manipulated performance in VW engines, but it may have run cars richer on testing rigs, cutting NOx emissions and keeping regulators happy, while running lean on the road, improving fuel economy and keeping customers happy.

The 2014 Volkswagen Passat gains a new engine that will return considerably better fuel economy than the car's current base engine.

One downside of the old car's 6.2 - liter engine was that it was awfully thirsty on gas, returning EPA fuel economy ratings of 13/19 mpg city / highway, but the German automaker claims that the new C63's 4.0 - liter engine is about 32 percent more fuel efficient.

We'd hope to attract them with the great looks of the car, a new high - technology direct - injection six - cylinder engine, good fuel economy, all the standard equipment, and higher technology features.»

So the output will vary for what the engine was designed to do, small economy vehicle or muscle car.

Engine tweaks on the U.S. - spec model could boost EPA - rated fuel economy, but for now, we'll just have to wait and see the freshened - up car when it's revealed, likely at the Frankfurt show in September.

The diesel Bluetec engine does go a long way in making this car feel special, though, and it improves fuel economy tremendously.

Al Oppenheiser, GM's global rear - wheel - drive platform chief, is predicting that all Camaros will weigh in at about 3750 pounds, and V - 6 cars should achieve a combined fuel economy rating of 26 mpg (thirstier V - 8 engines require premium fuel).

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The 1.8 - liter turbo - four emits a dull drone as if it belongs in an economy car, and the engine occasionally surges in low - speed driving.

So whether you are driving a stock Acura, or a modified car, do not let poor quality spark plugs hinder your engine performance and fuel economy.

I am not sure on that exact model but generally the following things will keep the car engine from shutting off: Coolant Temp too high, or too low The engine has not ran for at least two minutes The AC is on and not in the economy mode Low Vacuum Battery charge low High current draw on the 12 volt...

In my opinion, replacing a dirty air filter will improve our car fuel economy by as much as 10 % and protect our car engine.

Toyota's Hybrid Synergy powertrain found in the 2015 Toyota Prius combines the benefits of an efficient gasoline engine and a clean, quiet electric motor to boast the best mileage of all the cars in this list, with super-efficient fuel economy of 51 mpg city, 48 mpg highway, and 49.3 mpg combined.

In «most newer cars» even standard engines have this «economy mode», I find it annoying, but it does turn the engine fully off.

There was no display to watch the energy flow amongst the engine, the battery pack, and the regenerative brakes (it's included with the navigation option, which this car didn't have), but I was able to monitor instant and average fuel economy via a readout in the gauge cluster; there's also a light that comes on to indicate when you're in EV mode.

Engine: 2.5 - liter, 16 - valve DOHC flat - 4 / 175 hp @ 5,800 rpm, 174 lb - ft @ 4,000 rpm EPA mileage: 26/36/30 mpg (city / highway / combined) The latest version of the Subaru Legacy midsize sedan bowed at the 2014 Chicago auto show, and brings fresh design, more technology, and improved fuel economy to the all - wheel - drive car.

Ford's EcoBoost - powered Interceptor has already won favor with some police departments thanks to its improved fuel economy compared to other squad cars with V - 8 engines; however, AN claims that police agencies generally prefer rear - wheel drive configurations, giving the Caprice a leg up over the front - or all - wheel - drive Ford Interceptor.

However as our team has found, real world economy is not obviously better than the old car's, with the turbocharged engines consuming considerably more in reality than the unrealistic European test cycles suggest.

With the engine up front, the battery in the middle, and the power going to the rear, Toyota says it's able to provide the performance of a genuine sports car while also offering the environmental friendliness of an economy car.

All three engines are transversely mounted in typical economy - car fashion, delivering power to the front wheels only.

The torquey engine and responsive transmission make the Cruze «feel» quite quick, yet the car still returns decent fuel economy (an indicated 27 mpg in primarily urban driving).

While he remained coy on specific details — Mazda hasn't released capacity, power, torque, fuel economy or other important data points for the engine, or even whether Mazda has turned to turbocharging or hybridisation, the message was very clear that Mazda intends to release a rotary - engined sports car in the not - too distant future.

Now that the transmission is the key to both performance and fuel economy in so many cars, we can't remember the last time we made a fuss about an engine.

The new Ferrari California wrapped around this engine is exactly the hot car we need to take our minds off a global economy on ice.

For a four - wheel - drive car, both engines return reasonable fuel economy and CO2 emissions figures, while the 181bhp model's 0 - 62mph time of just 7.8 seconds is pretty quick, too.

Edmunds.com's review says Thanks to its frugal and clean engines, spunky performance and reputation for excellent reliability and durability, the Honda Civic has been a consistent benchmark for the economy car class ever since its introduction..

Awards: * 2012 IIHS Top Safety Pick * 2012 KBB.com 10 Best Coolest Cars Under $ 18,000 * 2012 KBB.com 10 Best Sedans Under $ 25,000 * 2012 KBB.com Brand Image Awards Reviews: * Sporty driving dynamics; refined yet lively engine; high fuel economy; welcoming cabin; available luxury features.

ONE OWNER, CLEAN VEHICLE HISTORY... NO ACCIDENTS, SERVICE RECORDS AVAILABLE, IPOD PLUGIN, MP3, Fiesta SE Hatchback, Race Red.Awards: * 2012 IIHS Top Safety Pick * 2012 KBB.com 10 Best Coolest Cars Under $ 18,000 * 2012 KBB.com 10 Best Sedans Under $ 25,000 * 2012 KBB.com Brand Image Awards Reviews: * Sporty driving dynamics; refined yet lively engine; high fuel economy; welcoming cabin; available luxury features.

2014 Lexus RX450h Base price: $ 47,320 Price as tested: $ 56,445 Options on test car: Dual - screen rear seat DVD system, Navigation system, Backup camera & App suite package ($ 4,920), Heated and ventilated front seats ($ 640), Mark Levinson premium sound ($ 995), Premium Package ($ 2,570) Powertrain: 3.5 - liter V6 engine, 37 kWh Ni - MH battery pack and twin front electric motor units, continuously variable transmission, front - wheel drive — 295 combined system horsepower S: S: L - observed fuel economy: 28.2 mpg Lexus provided the vehicle for testing purposes and one tank of gas.

Vehicle Name: Toyota Corolla, Body Style: Sedan, Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive, EPA Classification: Compact Cars, Passenger Capacity: 5, Passenger Volume: 97.5, Base Curb Weight: 2840, Fuel Economy Est - Combined: 32, EPA Fuel Economy Est - City: 28, EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy: 36, Engine Order Code:, Engine Type: Regular Unleaded I - 4, Displacement: 1.8 L / 110, Fuel System: Sequential MPI, SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 132 @ 6000, SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 128 @ 4400, Trans Order Code:, Trans Type: 1, Trans Description Cont.: CVT w / OD, Trans Description Cont.

If you're seeking a small car that can also perform like a sports car, the Aveo's economy - minded engine and suspension may leave you wanting more.

The automaker announced in January that it would pursue the advanced cylinder deactivation technology for some of its SUVs, which could improve fuel economy by 15 percent in cars with engines with more than four cylinders.

For the ultimate in low carbon performance, Range Rover Evoque customers can specify a front - wheel - drive manual car with the high - economy eD4 variant of the engine, to deliver a class - leading sub 130g / km * CO2 (coupé bodystyle).

Being a relatively lightweight car with pretty efficient engines should make the MX - 5 cheap to run; during our real - world fuel economy test, the range - topping 2.0 - litre unit returned an incredible 47.9 mpg (up 7mpg on Mazda's official claimed figure).

100's of vehicles must go, sale ends Sunday Night NO Exceptions... 31/22 Highway / City MPG Awards: * 2013 IIHS Top Safety Pick (built after November 2012) * 2013 KBB.com 10 Best New Sedans Under $ 25,000 * 2013 KBB.com 10 Best Family Cars Reviews: * Strong acceleration and fuel economy for both engines; rewarding handling; smooth and quiet ride; comfortable front seats; user - friendly electronics; solid interior quality.

If you want to run a car with a 626bhp 12 - cylinder engine under its bonnet, any interest in fuel economy is likely to centre only around the driving range on a full tank.

Pros: Excellent economy, low company car tax, rear legroom is ok, not too bad a spec for an entry level BMW, I forgot IPod interface is good if you buy the # 8 ebay lead or the # 68 BMW one Cons: Noisy rough engine, If you have your hand on the gear shift when it restarts it will whip your wrist off, gutless even in sport mode, nothing as standard, if your used to a Ford or VW (no split seats, no ski slot, no heated mirrors, no leather wheel, no storage space, seat adjustment last seen on a Datsun 120y (yes I am that old) uncomfortable seats.

When one purchases a car or motorcycle; the buyer mainly looks into engine power, fuel economy, design, and space, but there is another entity in engine called torque which almost everyone neglects.

With each rundown, you can see how our Toyota models stack up against the competition in areas such as warranty, engine, fuel economy, suspension, cargo capacity, passenger space and safety, giving you the knowledge you need to choose the right car for your needs.

One of the benefits of the small turbocharged engine found in the test car was that the official fuel economy figure quoted by Hyundai is 56.5 MPG.

Some carmakers are moving away from manuals, offering an automatic as standard on some of their models or with some of their engines; this is often for reasons of economy, as the latest dual - clutch gearboxes can help cars use less fuel and produce less CO2 than those with a manual transmission.