Sentences with phrase «lighter than the current»

Isofix seats are in general heavy, MaxFix will be 20 % lighter than current competitors which is a nice change.

What's more, the silica molecules are arranged at such an angle that they transmit more wavelengths of light than current coatings, as well as capturing more incident light.

A new class of laser weapons 10 times smaller and lighter than current lasers of similar power could protect U.S. aircraft from ground - based threats

The front - wheel - drive - only car will be between 50 and 100 pounds lighter than the current GTI, and its main upgrades will focus on the drivetrain and electronics.

The engine is about 66 pounds lighter than the current W - 12 found in other Bentleys, so expect to see it roll out quickly in other models.

It will be lighter than the current car, with a longer wheelbase but approximately the same overall size, and will retain a choice of V - 6 and V - 8 engines.

A 2014 Chevrolet Silverado is already 250 pounds lighter than a current 2014 Ford F - 150, he says, and notes that Chevrolet uses aluminum for the hood and suspension components on the Silverado.

The new Sierra also features aluminum doors, hood and tailgate, and even with the standard steel box, is up to 163 kilograms lighter than the current Sierra.

It will also be 320 kg lighter than the current Q7, with a huge 26 per cent saving in fuel.

The chassis is also a full 100 kg lighter than the current chassis used by the 3rd - generation Mazda MX - 5.

The G - Class may also grow a bit in size, but it will be lighter than the current model.

With extensive use of high - and ultra-high strength steels, the new Golf body shell is 51 pounds lighter than the current sixth - generation Golf while offering an even stronger crash structure.

The next - generation Audi Q7 was rumored to arrive on the market later this year and just like the new Range Rover Sport, it will be about 650 pounds lighter than the current generation.

It's also expected to be smaller and lighter than the current model.

The fifth generation Land Rover Discovery will be based on on the PLA (Premium Lightweight Architecture) platform, and thus, will be significantly lighter than the current model it replaces.

The 2017 Discovery should also be significantly lighter than the current car thanks to a bonded and riveted aluminium monocoque, as is currently used in the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport models.

As previously reported, the new generation Quattroporte will grow to make room for the «baby Quattroporte,» will still be lighter than the current model due to the use of more lightweight materials.

It will be lighter than the current model, so expect it to be more frugal in the mileage department.

-- Modified hot - stamped steel structure is 27 percent stiffer and 53 pounds lighter than the current Cruze.

This full - aluminium engine is believed to b over 10 percent lighter than the current four - cylinder Sigma motor.

It is up to 265 pounds lighter than the current car despite growing in length to nearly 15.5 feet.

It may not seem like it in on the surface, but the new Silverado, among other things, is 450 pounds lighter than the current model.

Even with this additional room, the sports sedan is expected to be lighter than the current car.

The automaker did point out that the four - cylinder model will be 380 lbs lighter than a current Silverado with the 4.3 - liter V6.

The 2015 Mercedes C - Class gets a lightweight body shell, which means, it will be significantly lighter than the current generation C - Class for improved performance and dynamics.

It is constructed of about 8 - percent hot - stamped / high - strength steels, which contributes to an approximately 27 - percent stiffer body structure that is also 53 pounds (24 kg) lighter than the current Cruze.

To assist with the enhancement of fuel - economy, the upcoming GL Class SUV has been made 90 kg lighter than the current models.

The fuel efficiency of the next - gen Ertiga could increase, as it's going to be based on the Heartect platform, which will be much lighter than the current one.

In combination with aluminum body panels they are said to bring the production M4 coupe to around 3,300 pounds — about 400 pounds lighter than the current M3 Coupe.

The new Range Rover will be a huge chunk lighter than the current model — as much as 500 kg (or an average American) lighter — and is based on new aluminium underpinnings borrowed from the new Jaguar XJ.

The new frame is up to 60 pounds (27 kg) lighter than the current frame.

With generous use of carbon fibre, it is expected to be 180 kgs lighter than the current car, which is criticized for being quite heavy.

Approximately 400 pounds (180 kg) lighter than the current model — a 10 percent weight reduction Switchable AWD system that enhances efficiency by disconnecting from the rear axle when not needed Unique kneeling rear seat that enables a flat rear load floor and up to 63.5 cubic feet (1,798 liters) of maximum cargo space

The next - generation LaCrosse's design is framed on an all - new chassis that is stronger yet lighter than the current model and serves as the foundation for a more dynamic driving experience.

We'll just have to settle for the sedan, which, if it's lighter than the current model, should be a nice car.

Weighing in between 200 - 300 kg lighter than the current VF Commodore, the slightly smaller German - built five - door hatch makes up for it cabin space deficit with more standard tech and safety equipment.

Although 72 percent of the new Cruze's body consists of high - strength steel, the extensive use of aluminium and lightweight materials in key areas such as the engine, chassis and interior makes it 10 percent lighter than the current - generation Cruze.

The car is 16 kg (35 lb) lighter than the current model, thanks to the aluminum hood.

It will be larger yet lighter than the current model, with new technologies, new powertrains and additional available safety features that will bring a higher level of sophistication to the compact car segment.

Land Rover said the U.S. - specific model with a 5.0 - liter V8 engine is 700 pounds lighter than the current model.

It's bolted to a 10 - speed automatic stuffed in a body that is 450 pounds lighter than the current truck.

The 2017 Porsche Panamera is based on the VAG's MSB platform, and is expected to be around 90 kg lighter than the current model.

Up to 700 pounds lighter than current models, the new F - 150 4x2 with Ford's 2.7 - liter EcoBoost engine has EPA - estimated ratings of 19 mpg City, 26 mpg Highway and 22 mpg Combined.

The sedan version of the will be built on Volkswagen Group's flexible MQB platform, which will make the model significantly lighter than the current hatchback version.

The car is also lighter than the current Z06.

But if they use Li ion, the pack may be smaller & lighter than the current NiMH pack, so it may not be as big a problem as some assume.

Targeted squarely at the Porsche 911 GT3, the more focused Mercedes - AMG GT car will be 80 - 100 lighter than its current siblings, the GT and the GT S. Exotic materials, like carbonfibre, will be essential in reducing the car's weight.

We already know the new Range Rover has been on a massive diet — despite growing in size — and comes in at up to 420 kg lighter than the current model.

It is about 300 pounds lighter than the current LaCrosse — largely due to the use of press - hardened and high - strength steels.

According to some sources, the next 730d XDrive will be 100 kg lighter than the current Audi A8 3.0 TDI Quattro, which weighs 1880 kg.