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We did a fuel economy test on the mean city streets, but we also spiced things up with a drag race at an abandoned air strip.

Not exact matches

The 2018 Nissan Rogue, which I also tested recently, costs just $ 24,800 and is remarkably similar in terms of what you can load in the back, the overall feel on the road at least in terms of wind noise (a crossover is literally a cross between a full - size SUV and a car, but tends to drive more like an SUV), and even the fuel economy (around 33 highway for the Rogue, 28 highway for the Stelvio).

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.

Wells Enterprises Inc. advertised time - machine test - drives tomorrow, it'd be tempting to hop in and twist the dial back 35 years to the end of the Motor Trend reviews the 2011 Nissan Sentra where consumers can find detailed information on specs, fuel economy, transmission and safety.

While we're on the subject of frugality, it also boasts the best EPA fuel economy ratings, and in our rigorous testing (we drove like animals) used by far the least fuel.

PRICE AS TESTED: $ 23,235 The Mazda 3 presents a lively, sporting personality that sets it apart from its competition, and this all - new version also now offers a more spacious cabin, a calm, supple ride on the highway, and impressive fuel economy.

MSRP (with destination): $ 31,970 PRICE AS TESTED: $ 37,805 ENGINE: 3.6 - liter DOHC V - 6 Horsepower: 285 hp @ 6400 rpm Torque: 260 lb - ft @ 4800 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5 - speed automatic DRIVE: Four - wheel WHEELS AND TIRES: 18 - inch aluminum wheels 255 / 70SR -18 Bridgestone Dueler A / T tires FUEL ECONOMY (city / highway / combined): 16/20/18 mpg CURB WEIGHT: 4294 lb CAPACITIES: Doors / Passengers: 4/5 Cargo (rear seats up / down): 46.4 / 86.8 cu ft Legroom (front / rear): 41.0 / 37.2 in Headroom (front / rear): 41.3 / 40.4 in Towing: 2000 lb EXTERIOR / INTERIOR COLOR: Black / Black STANDARD FEATURES: 6 - speed manual transmission Stability and traction control Hill start assist Roll mitigation Part - time four - wheel drive 3.21 rear axle ratio Transfer case and fuel tank skid plates Cruise control 115V auxiliary power outlet Air conditioning 7 - speaker Infinity audio system w / subwoofer Auxiliary audio jack SiriusXM satellite radio w / one - year subscription Tilt steering wheel Temperature gauge and compass Leather - wrapped steering wheel w / audio controls Height - adjustable driver's seat 60 / 40 - split folding rear seats Rear compartment covered storage OPTIONS ON THIS VEHICLE: Altitude Edition - $ 2995 18 - inch painted aluminum wheels Black Jeep grille badge Front and rear bumper body - color appliques Gloss black interior accents Red interior stitching accents Altitude floor mats and hood decal Heated front seats Body - color 3 - piece hardtop Mopar fuel filler door Freedom panel storage bag Rear window washer, wiper, and defroster Connectivity group - $ 385 USB port Electronic vehicle information center UConnect voice control w / Bluetooth 5 - speed automatic transmission - $ 1125 Hill descent control Track - Lok rear limited slip differential - $ 295 UConnect 430N - $ 1035 40 GB hard drive w / 28 available GB SiriusXM travel link w / one - year subscription 6.5 - inch touchscreen display Navigation KEY OPTIONS NOT ON THIS VEHICLE: Dual top group - $ 890 Trailer tow group - $ 295 3.73 rear axle ratio - $ 95 ADDITIONAL SPECS: This is the one of the top - tier Wrangler Unlimited trim levels, only trumped in price by the «Call of Duty: MW3 Edition» Wrangler Unlimited moFUEL ECONOMY (city / highway / combined): 16/20/18 mpg CURB WEIGHT: 4294 lb CAPACITIES: Doors / Passengers: 4/5 Cargo (rear seats up / down): 46.4 / 86.8 cu ft Legroom (front / rear): 41.0 / 37.2 in Headroom (front / rear): 41.3 / 40.4 in Towing: 2000 lb EXTERIOR / INTERIOR COLOR: Black / Black STANDARD FEATURES: 6 - speed manual transmission Stability and traction control Hill start assist Roll mitigation Part - time four - wheel drive 3.21 rear axle ratio Transfer case and fuel tank skid plates Cruise control 115V auxiliary power outlet Air conditioning 7 - speaker Infinity audio system w / subwoofer Auxiliary audio jack SiriusXM satellite radio w / one - year subscription Tilt steering wheel Temperature gauge and compass Leather - wrapped steering wheel w / audio controls Height - adjustable driver's seat 60 / 40 - split folding rear seats Rear compartment covered storage OPTIONS ON THIS VEHICLE: Altitude Edition - $ 2995 18 - inch painted aluminum wheels Black Jeep grille badge Front and rear bumper body - color appliques Gloss black interior accents Red interior stitching accents Altitude floor mats and hood decal Heated front seats Body - color 3 - piece hardtop Mopar fuel filler door Freedom panel storage bag Rear window washer, wiper, and defroster Connectivity group - $ 385 USB port Electronic vehicle information center UConnect voice control w / Bluetooth 5 - speed automatic transmission - $ 1125 Hill descent control Track - Lok rear limited slip differential - $ 295 UConnect 430N - $ 1035 40 GB hard drive w / 28 available GB SiriusXM travel link w / one - year subscription 6.5 - inch touchscreen display Navigation KEY OPTIONS NOT ON THIS VEHICLE: Dual top group - $ 890 Trailer tow group - $ 295 3.73 rear axle ratio - $ 95 ADDITIONAL SPECS: This is the one of the top - tier Wrangler Unlimited trim levels, only trumped in price by the «Call of Duty: MW3 Edition» Wrangler Unlimited mofuel tank skid plates Cruise control 115V auxiliary power outlet Air conditioning 7 - speaker Infinity audio system w / subwoofer Auxiliary audio jack SiriusXM satellite radio w / one - year subscription Tilt steering wheel Temperature gauge and compass Leather - wrapped steering wheel w / audio controls Height - adjustable driver's seat 60 / 40 - split folding rear seats Rear compartment covered storage OPTIONS ON THIS VEHICLE: Altitude Edition - $ 2995 18 - inch painted aluminum wheels Black Jeep grille badge Front and rear bumper body - color appliques Gloss black interior accents Red interior stitching accents Altitude floor mats and hood decal Heated front seats Body - color 3 - piece hardtop Mopar fuel filler door Freedom panel storage bag Rear window washer, wiper, and defroster Connectivity group - $ 385 USB port Electronic vehicle information center UConnect voice control w / Bluetooth 5 - speed automatic transmission - $ 1125 Hill descent control Track - Lok rear limited slip differential - $ 295 UConnect 430N - $ 1035 40 GB hard drive w / 28 available GB SiriusXM travel link w / one - year subscription 6.5 - inch touchscreen display Navigation KEY OPTIONS NOT ON THIS VEHICLE: Dual top group - $ 890 Trailer tow group - $ 295 3.73 rear axle ratio - $ 95 ADDITIONAL SPECS: This is the one of the top - tier Wrangler Unlimited trim levels, only trumped in price by the «Call of Duty: MW3 Edition» Wrangler Unlimited mofuel filler door Freedom panel storage bag Rear window washer, wiper, and defroster Connectivity group - $ 385 USB port Electronic vehicle information center UConnect voice control w / Bluetooth 5 - speed automatic transmission - $ 1125 Hill descent control Track - Lok rear limited slip differential - $ 295 UConnect 430N - $ 1035 40 GB hard drive w / 28 available GB SiriusXM travel link w / one - year subscription 6.5 - inch touchscreen display Navigation KEY OPTIONS NOT ON THIS VEHICLE: Dual top group - $ 890 Trailer tow group - $ 295 3.73 rear axle ratio - $ 95 ADDITIONAL SPECS: This is the one of the top - tier Wrangler Unlimited trim levels, only trumped in price by the «Call of Duty: MW3 Edition» Wrangler Unlimited model.

The official fuel economy figure of 94.1 e-mpg (2.5 L / 100 km) on the European test cycle also makes it more economical than its predecessor.

Which is why we were (mildly) intrigued by the arrival of a new 158bhp 1.8 - litre turbocharged petrol engine to the range, claimed to offer the combination of upper - warmish performance — 136mph and 0 - 62mph in 8.6 seconds — plus almost - diesel fuel economy of 41mpg on the official test.

Since all automakers test fuel economy internally in order to submit estimates to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the mistake was related to an error in Ford's own testing, specifically centered on a variable called Total Road Load Horsepower (TRLHP).

Keeping the revs low also helps fuel economy, especially on EPA test cycles.

Power is unchanged but there are gains in fuel economy and fewer emissions, with the car now claimed to be capable of delivering 33.6 mpg on the standard EU test when working with the now - standard seven - speed twin - clutch transmission — nearly 5mpg better than before.

Many automakers are probably indulging in a bit of private schadenfreude following Hyundai / Kia's public mea culpa for inflated fuel economy figures that the company blames on a procedural error during testing.

EPA says Fiat Chrysler's diesel Jeeps and Rams violate the Clean Air Act with defeat devices: Just prior to President Trump taking office, the Environmental Protection Agency announces it's investigating Fiat Chrysler for alleged fuel economy / emissions test cheating devices on its Jeep and Ram EcoDiesel engines.

Also, Consumer Reports has a 206 000 mile test of the Prius, noting that the performance and fuel economy was identical with a 2 000 mile driven Prius, thus making it likely the battery was in a good condition, although this test was on two about 10 year old cars, thus testing only amount of miles driven and not amount of calendar years.

On electric power alone the 9.9 kWh capacity is enough for 31 miles of engine - off running (charging in 2h30m from a 3.6 kW wall box) and thanks to its contribution in NEDC fuel economy testing, results in the eyebrow - raising 166mpg and 39g / km CO2 ratings.

Aikawa said that he wasn't aware of the improper fuel economy testing and that Mitsubishi hasn't decided on how it will compensate customers.

Vazquez: To find more information on how the new tests work and how your car stacks up, you can visit the DOE's fuel economy website.

Fuel economy on two - wheel drive V - 6 automatic Frontier models goes from 15/20 to 16/22 on the EPA test, and 4 × 4 V - 6 automatic models go from 14/19 to 15/21.

Vazquez: You see, the fuel economy estimates found on 2007 and older cars were determined using test procedures that were developed when this car was new and the driving environment was much different from today.

It also scores well on the EPA's fuel economy tests: the eight - speed automatic - transmission version comes in at 24/36 mpg city / highway, beating out last year's most frugal 3 - series, the diesel - engine 335d, by a hair.

The Specs Type of vehicle All - wheel - drive, mid-sized SUV Engine 230 - hp 2.5 L DOHC supercharged four - cylinder with electric motor Power 250 net hp; 243 lb - ft of torque Transmission Continuously variable Brakes Four - wheel disc with ABS Tires P235 / 55R20 (optional) Price (base / as tested) $ 53,950 / $ 62,950 Destination charge $ 1,995 Natural Resources Canada fuel economy (L / 100 km) 7.6 city, 6.9 highway Standard features Auto on / off bi-xenon headlights, leather seats, eight - way power driver's seat, heated front seats and steering wheel, cruise control, dual - zone automatic climate control, rear - zone climate control, 60 / 40 - split folding second - row bench seat, 50 / 50 - split folding third - row seat, power door locks, windows and mirrors, push - button start, speed - sensitive windshield wipers, Bose premium audio system with satellite radio and 13 speakers, steering wheel audio controls, rear - view monitor, hard - drive navigation system, Infiniti Connection telematics system, around - view monitor with moving object detection and front and rear sonar system Options Technology package ($ 3,500), includes backup collision intervention, intelligent brake assist with forward collision warning, blind spot warning and intervention, lane departure warning; Deluxe Touring package ($ 3,200), includes 20 - inch aluminum wheels, Bose surround - sound audio system with 15 speakers, panoramic sunroof; Theatre package ($ 2,300), includes dual seven - inch colour monitors and two wireless headphones

Chrysler 300 buyers seeking maximum fuel economy are encouraged to stick with the standard V - 6, which has returned nearly 23 mpg on this same test loop.

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.

of torque @ 4,400 rpm Transmission Continuously variable Brakes Four - wheel disc with ABS Tires P225 / 60R18 Price (base / as tested) $ 28,495 / $ 38,895 Destination charge $ 1,650 Natural Resources Canada fuel economy (L / 100 km) 12.0 city, 8.6 highway Standard features (Limited) Voice - activated, in - dash GPS navigation system with seven - inch, AM / FM / CD / MP3 / WMA, SMS text messaging capability, SiriusXM Traffic, 3.5 - mm auxiliary jack, two USB slots, harman / kardon 12 - speaker audio system including subwoofer and 576 - watt amplifier, dual - zone automatic climate control, auto - dimming rear - view mirror with Homelink, foldable and heated body - colour mirrors, automatic on / off headlights with welcome lighting, tilt and telescopic steering wheel with integrated cruise control, power windows with auto up / down, four - way power - adjustable passenger seat, 10 - way power driver's seat with memory function, leather seat surfaces, HID headlights, heated rear seats and rear climate control vents, power tilting and sliding glass sunroof, windshield wiper de-icer, power rear liftgate with memory function, leather - wrapped steering wheel and gear selector, rear / side vehicle detection system, side mirror integrated turn signals, auto - dimming side - view mirror with approach lighting, hill holder system with memory, rear - view camera

Type of vehicle All - wheel - drive sport / luxury four - door coupe Engine Twin - turbo 5.5 L DOHC V8 Power 576 hp @ 5,500 rpm; 590 lb - ft of torque @ 2,000 rpm Transmission Seven - speed manumatic Brakes Four - wheel disc with ABS Tires P255 / 35R19 front, P285 / 30R19 rear Price (base / as tested) $ 122,250 / $ 127,750 Destination charge $ 2,075 Natural Resources Canada fuel economy (L / 100 km) 13.5 city, 9.1 highway Standard features Automatic climate control, power windows, rear window sunshade, glass sunroof, Weight Sensing System, analogue clock, auto - dimming rear - view and driver's side mirrors, power folding and heated exterior mirrors, power tilt and telescopic steering column, 14 - way power heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats, illuminated door sill panels, harman / kardon surround - sound audio system, COMAND APS with navigation system and DVD changer, media interface, Distronic, Parktronic active paring assist, active blind - spot assist, active lane - keeping assist, auto stop / start function, hill start assist, power trunk closer, AMG styling package, AMG trunk lid spoiler, entry / exit lighting, UV protection on windows, red brake calipers Options Premium Package ($ 2,300), Advanced Driving Assistance Package ($ 2,700), AMG triple - spoke wheels ($ 500)

On - test fuel economy didn't match the official claim of 6.3 L / 100 km, but our 7.7 L / 100 km, in mixed driving conditions, wasn't bad either.

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).

We were able to do a bit of hypermiling on a very short and very specific fuel economy test route and saw 34.8 mpg on the truck's computer.

® Targeted 2017 fuel economy of 26 city MPG or 33 highway MPG or 29 combined MPG estimate based on Nissan internal testing results, subject to EPA confirmation.

The extra weight and a less aerodynamic shape take a small toll on fuel economy, but the V still got an excellent 41 mpg overall in our tests.

This is a surprisingly pleasant hybrid system that delivers more than acceptable acceleration — with a 0 to 62mph time rated at 8.7 seconds — and strong fuel economy: the equivalent of just over 28 imperial mpg on the US EPA's city test cycle, and better than 42mpg on its highway cycle.

EPA fuel - economy ratings for our test model (with the 3.8 - liter engine) were 18 miles per gallon in the city and 24 mpg on the highway.

We strive to provide the best value for our customers in our market place!Awards: * 2017 KBB.com 5 - Year Cost to Own Awards * 2017 KBB.com Brand Image AwardsReviews: * Quiet interior on the highway; excellent crash - test scores; small engines deliver solid fuel economy; long list of tech and safety features.

There's still no word on fuel economy; the 2018 G550 scored a dismal 13 miles per gallon city and 14 mpg highway in EPA tests.

Ford expects the 3.5 L EcoBoost V - 6 to attain fuel economy numbers of 16 mpg city and 25 mpg highway based on preliminary testing of the all - wheel - drive 2010 Lincoln MKS.

Fuel economy on test saw averages of 7.0 L / 100 km for the TFSI, the TDI model managing 6.2 L / 100 km.

The new dual - clutch transmission is expected to deliver a fuel economy improvement of up to six percent, based on preliminary testing.

I expect that my fuel economy is usually on the low side due to the demands of testing and photographing, but to miss the EPA's low estimate by 5 mpg is a bit disappointing.

Then again, due to the EPA's ill - defined testing procedures, CVT - equipped WRX models will wear last year's underwhelming 19/25 figure on their window sticker, though Subaru assures us that selecting the transmission's default i - Mode will return fuel economy numbers in the neighborhood of 23 city and 30 highway under normal driving conditions.

Official fuel economy stands at 43.5 mpg, but we only recorded just under 31mpg on our road test over a wide variety of roads.

The up - level turbocharged engine available on LT and LZ models offers excellent fuel economy but suffers from the same quirky power delivery that hurt the Sonic's Chevy Cruze big brother in our most recent compact sedan comparison test.

Based on its research and testing, Fallbrook believes that CVADs have significant potential as a «clean» technology, because improved accessory performance can result in improved fuel economy.

Despite my heavy right foot, our test car delivered respectable fuel economy of 21 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the open road.

REPORT: 2 of 4 Previous report: Dec»06 Base price: $ 28,935 Price as tested: $ 37,345 Four - wheel - drive system: Electronic, full - time two - speed LONG - TERM NUMBERS Miles to date: 8,092 Miles since last report: 3,999 Average mpg (this report): 15.78 Test best tank (mpg): 17.80 Test worst tank (mpg): 13.44 MAINTENANCE None this period Problem areas: Airbag light, sticky door handles WHAT»S HOT, WHAT»S NOT HOT: Great maneuverability, great on the trail, good fuel economy, easy to drive, functional rocker protection NOT: Sticky door handles, rear seat doesn't fold flat, needs more power LOGBOOK QUOTES * «Rear door handle sticks when dirty.»

Once up to speed, however, there were no complaints with the engine / gearbox package, as this turbo inline - 4 has excellent midrange twist and even manages some respectable fuel economy numbers — 25.8 mpg on average during our test.

«The 2014 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk was named the winner based on its outstanding performance, off - road capabilities, features, fuel economy and value after rigorous testing.

Worse still, real - world fuel economy is very disappointing: our True MPG tests on the S car revealed an average of just 28.4 mpg — that's less than you'll get from a supercharged V6 Jaguar F - Type Coupé.

27/18 Highway / City MPG Awards: * 2016 KBB.com Brand Image Awards Reviews: * Available four - cylinder engine returns high fuel economy; excellent results in government and IIHS crash tests; rides comfortably and quietly on the highway; giant trunk is one of the roomiest in the large sedan class; available all - wheel drive for enhanced wet - weather traction.

Disclaimer: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and General Motors Provided the trucks, Insurance, and One Tank of Gas Year: 2017 Make: GMC Model: Sierra 2500HD Trim: Denali Engine: 6.6 L Duramax Turbodiesel V8 Driveline: Allison Six - Speed Automatic, Four - Wheel Drive Horsepower @ RPM: 445 @ 2,800 Torque @ RPM: 910 @ 1,600 Fuel Economy: City / Highway / Combined - N / A Curb Weight: 6,532 lbs Location of Manufacture: Flint, MI Base Price: $ 58,495 As Tested Price: $ 70,540 (Includes $ 1,195.00 Destination Charge and $ 750.00 Duramax Plus Package Discount) Options: Duramax Plus Package - $ 9,550.00 Power Sunroof - $ 995.00 Dark Slate Metallic - $ 395.00 5th Wheel / Gooseneck Trailer Hi Tch Prep Package - $ 370.00 Off - Road Suspension Package - $ 180.00 Roof Marker Lamps - $ 55.00 Radiator Cover - $ 55.00 Year: 2017 Make: Ram Model: 2500 Trim: Laramie Longhorn Engine: 6.7 L Cummins Turbodiesel Inline - Six Driveline: Six - Speed Automatic, Four - Wheel Drive Horsepower @ RPM: 370 @ 2,800 Torque @ RPM: 800 @ 1,600 Fuel Economy: City / Highway / Combined - N / A Curb Weight: 7,625 lbs Location of Manufacture: Saltillo, Mexico Base Price: $ 57,575 As Tested Price: $ 73,310 (Includes $ 1,395 Destination Charge) Options: 6.7 L Cummins Turbodiesel Inline - Six - $ 8,700.00 RamBox Cargo Management System - $ 1,295.00 Power Sunroof - $ 1,095.00 Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover - $ 545.00 Convenience Group - $ 395.00 Wheel to Wheel Side Steps - $ 395.00 Center High - Mount Stop Lamp w / Cargo View Camera - $ 345.00 LT275 / 70R18E OWL On / Off - Road Tires - $ 245.00 Off - Road Package - $ 200.00 Keyless Enter n» Go - $ 195.00 Power Chrome Trailer Tow Mirrors w / Power Fold Away - $ 195.00 Rear Window Defroster - $ 195.00 Clearance Lamps - $ 95.00 View full article