And speaking of that kind of fun, it's also very true of
the manual on the diesel.
The Ram HD's multi-link rear suspension, choice of two powerful Hemi gasoline engines and an available 6 - speed
manual on diesel models further sets it apart from the heavy - duty pack.
Not exact matches
The
diesel is exceptionally fuel - efficient, at a rated 31/43/35 mpg with a
manual transmission; the automatic again loses 1 mpg
on the highway.
The regular car's transmissions are a six - speed
manual across the range, with a «stepped CVT» as the automatic option
on the petrols and a nine - speed torque converter auto
on the
diesel.
The VW Jetta TDI
diesel is also pretty wonderful
on the highway, but when you're driving in stop and go traffic, its dual - clutch automated
manual transmission gets
on your nerves.
Zetec S trim is available
on a range of petrol and
diesel engines, twinned to
manual and automatic gearboxes, with prices ranging from # 18,745 to # 22,595.
I too was recently in the Algave
on family summer hols, and also rented a Renault Megane estate GT line
manual diesel (new version).
It is the nicer engine to listen to however (the
diesel is... well, a
diesel), and Citroen wins brownie points for arranging the
manual sequential mode
on its automatic transmission the «correct» way round, pulling backwards to change up and pushing forwards to change down.
It's available with
diesel, petrol and hybrid power, as well as with front - wheel drive, four - wheel drive and automatic or
manual gearboxes, depending
on engine choice.
Anyway, you can be sure to see the 2.0 TDI in different power versions including the new bi-turbo
diesel launched
on Passat coupled to a six speed
manual transmission or a seven speed DSG dual - clutch gearbox.
Chevrolet plans to equip the Cruze
diesel with a six - speed
manual or nine - speed automatic transmission that could deliver 50 mpg
on the highway.
On diesel cars with a
manual transmission, the Evoque becomes the first Range Rover to offer a stop - start function, which reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by a further eight per cent *.
According to GM the Malibu will be offered with: «A range of 10 fuel - efficient and powerful 4 - and 6 - cylinder engines that are available with
manual and automatic transmissions that run
on gas,
diesel or LPG.
The
diesel mill gets a 5 - speed
manual gearbox as standard while there is also an optional CVT automatic gearbox
on offer (India is the first market to get Honda's
diesel CVT engine - gearbox combination).
A six - speed
manual gearbox is offered
on the smallest
diesel, but we'd stick with the smooth and responsive eight - speed automatic.
Both the units come paired to a six - speed
manual and automatic gearbox
on select
diesel and petrol variants.
Its biggest rival, the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza is offered only in a
diesel manual trim, while the Ford EcoSport does get a 6 - speed automatic, but only
on the petrol engine variant.
This gives it a leg up
on Dodge's Cummins
diesel, which I also drove — it's a great engine, but Dodge has no automatic that will handle the engine's torque, so it only comes with a
manual transmission.
Running
on a 2143cc turbocharged
diesel engine, it generates 107bhp power between 2200 - 4400rpm and 250Nm of torque - available in three modes Economy, Sport and
Manual.
The all new City is powered by a 1.5 L 4 cylinder DOHC i - DTEC
diesel engine based
on the Honda's latest «Earth Dreams Technology» which is mated to a 6 speed
manual gear box.
The
diesel on the other hand, is available in front - wheel drive (
manual or 6 - speed DSG) or 4 × 4 - wheel drive with a 6 - speed DSG gearbox.
Under the skin we're likely to see a plethora of options for engines and drivetrains — depending
on how much you want to spend — from frugal 3 - cylinders with
manual gearboxes and front - wheel drive through to more powerful four - cylinder petrols and
diesels with a seven - speed DSG gearbox and quattro four - wheel drive.
While it is still not known as to what powertrains will be offered
on the Titanium S, we expect the same 1.5 - litre 3 - cylinder Dragon petrol and the 1.5 - litre TDCi 4 - cylinder
diesel engines to power the EcoSport Titanium S. However, the Titanium S variant will get a 6 - speed
manual gearbox instead of the 5 - speed
manual one.
A 7 - speed DSG automatic transmission given
on the petrol while the
diesel gets the 5 - speed
manual.
Now, a stock 2012 Volkswagen Passat SE TDI Clean
Diesel vehicle equipped with a six - speed
manual transmission has broken the previous record by covering 1626.1 miles achieved
on one tank of ultra-low sulfur
diesel fuel under real world driving conditions.
Choice of up to five transversely mounted
diesel and petrol engines driving the front wheels via a six - speed
manual or automatic transmission — depending
on model and market.
Engine choices
on the Giulietta are the 1.4 litre MultiAir with 168bhp (# 24,820 with the
manual «box, # 26,245 with the TCT Twin - Clutch), 2.0 JTM - 2
diesel with 148bhp (# 25,680) and the 173bhp version at # 27,840.
A unique Blue SPORT badge
on the rear of the vehicle denotes the lowest CO2 engines of the range which can be as low as 123 g / km when you choose 2WD or 129 g / km
on a 4 Wheel Drive (4WD)
manual TD4 110 kW
diesel.
These technologies, which will be available
on both
diesel and petrol models with
manual transmission, include ISG (Start / Stop), low - rolling resistance tyres and an alternator management system (AMS).
That means the flower vase has gone and there's a decent set of engines
on offer from the 105PS 1.2 litre petrol to the 200PS 2.0 litre TSI, with two
diesels — the 1.6 litre TDI with 105PS and 2.0 litre TDI with 140PS — and a choice of
manual or DSG «boxes.
The
diesel variant,
on the other hand, is a 1.5 L 4 - cylinder DOHC i - DTEC engine which churns out 100Ps of power and a peak torque of 200Nm, and comes mated to a 6 - speed
manual gearbox.
What's more, Skoda offers a wide range of petrol and
diesel engines,
manual and automatic gearboxes, and two or four - wheel drive
on selected models.
But if you are
on a budget and looking for a
diesel manual hatchback, buying the Grand i10 makes more sense as it is affordable and the
diesel engine is better in terms of drivability than the Swift.
The
diesel engine comes coupled with the five - speed
manual gearbox, the petrol
on the other hand is available with a five - speed
manual and four - speed automatic transmission.
There's a tange of three engines — a 1.6 petrol available
on ASX 2 and 3 models, a 1.6 -
diesel that can be specified with
manual transmission
on the ASX 3, 4 and 5, and a 2.2
diesel that's fitted to automatic versions of the ASX 4 and 5.
** This Chevrolet includes: BED LINER, SPRAY - ONBed LinerGVWR, 10,000 LBSDURAMAX PLUS PACKAGEDiesel FuelSmart Device IntegrationNavigation SystemBluetooth ConnectionA / T8 Cylinder EngineAuxiliary Audio InputTurbocharged6 - Speed A / TMP3 PlayerAUTUMN BRONZE METALLICMIRRORS, OUTSIDE HEATED POWER - ADJUSTABLE VERTICAL TRAILERING, MEMORY EQUIPPED, UPPER GLASS, POWER - FOLDING AND
MANUAL EXTENDING, CHROMEIntegrated Turn Signal MirrorsMirror MemoryPower Mirror (s) Heated MirrorsPower Folding MirrorsFRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST, ULTRASONICRear Parking AidSUNROOF, POWERGeneric Sun / MoonroofSun / MoonroofWHEELS, 20» 5 - SPOKE POLISHED ALUMINUMAluminum WheelsLANE DEPARTURE WARNINGLane Departure WarningZ71 PACKAGE, OFF - ROADBOSE SOUND WITH 6 SPEAKER SYSTEMPremium Sound SystemEXHAUST BRAKELPO, ASSIST STEPSRunning Boards / Side StepsDRIVER ALERT PACKAGELane Departure WarningRear Parking AidSTEERING WHEEL, HEATED, LEATHER WRAPPED WITH AUDIO AND CRUISE CONTROLSSteering Wheel Audio ControlsHeated Steering WheelLeather Steering WheelCruise ControlFORWARD COLLISION ALERTLPO, ALL - WEATHER FLOOR LINERFloor MatsJET BLACK, LEATHER - APPOINTED FRONT SEAT TRIMLeather SeatsENGINE BLOCK HEATERENGINE, DURAMAX 6.6 L TURBO
DIESEL V8, B20 -
DIESEL COMPATIBLEDiesel Fuel8 Cylinder EngineTurbochargedLTZ PLUS PACKAGERear Parking AidAdjustable PedalsPremium Sound SystemLPO, WHEEL LOCKS, SET OF 4Wheel LocksSEATING, HEATED AND VENTED PERFORATED LEATHER - APPOINTED FRONT BUCKETCooled Front Seat (s) Heated Front Seat (s) Leather SeatsBucket SeatsLED LIGHTING, CARGO BOX WITH SWITCH
ON CENTER SWITCH BANKLPO, REAR SEAT DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMEntertainment SystemREAR AXLE, 3.73 RATIO * Note - For third party subscriptions or services, please contact the dealer for more information.
Not only is it highly capable
on all terrains, but the rugged
diesel engine and
manual gearbox combo feel engineered to work hard for many years to come.
However, while the top - spec
diesel - CVT Amaze undercuts the top - spec Dzire AMT by more than Rs 40,000, it misses out
on kit like a touchscreen infotainment system, navigation, a revrese camera and cruise control, which are available
on the top - spec VX
manual variant.
Front - wheel drive will only be offered
on the entry - level 150hp, 2.0 - litre
diesel model that comes with a six - speed
manual.
The petrol -
manual has an ARAI certified fuel efficiency of 17kpl, the petrol - automatic is rated at 14.8 kpl, while the
diesel engine can go 23 km
on a litre of fuel.
While the 90hp, 1.2 - litre petrol and 100hp, 1.5 - litre
diesel engines are unchanged, as is the five - speed
manual, the
diesel engine now gets the option of a CVT automatic, just like the petrol did
on the previous - gen model.
Despite being down
on power compared to the
manual, there wasn't a point where the Amaze
diesel felt shortchanged.
ENGINE, DURAMAX 6.6 L TURBO
DIESEL V8, ENTERTAINMENT PACKAGE, TRANSMISSION, ALLISON 1000 6 - SPEED AUTOMATIC, ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED, CONVENIENCE PACKAGE, Leather Seats, Navigation System, TIRE, SPARE LT265 / 75R16E
ON - / OFF - ROAD, BLACKWALL, TRAILERING EQUIPMENT, HEAVY - DUTY, EZ - LIFT TAILGATE PACKAGE, COVERS, RADIATOR GRILLE AND FRONT BUMPER OPENINGS, MIRRORS, OUTSIDE HEATED POWER - ADJUSTABLE VERTICAL CAMPER
MANUAL - FOLDING AND EXTENSION, BLACK, ENGINE BLOCK HEATER, AUDIO SYSTEM WITH NAVIGATION, AM / FM STEREO WITH MP3 COMPATIBLE CD / DVD PLAYER AND DVD - BASED NAVIGATION, BATTERY, HEAVY - DUTY DUAL 730 COLD - CRANKING AMPS, MAINTENANCE - FREE, CUSTOMER DIALOGUE NETWORK, ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM, REAR SEAT DVD PLAYER, GVWR, 9900 LBS.
• 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).
For Europe, where the car goes
on sale in November, there are 104 - hp, 1.6 - liter
diesels and 148 - hp 2.0 - liter ones, together with gasoline engines: an 84 - hp, 1.2 - liter, a 120 - hp 1.4 - liter and a 138 - hp 1.4 - liter, the latter of which is bolted to an optional seven - speed dual - clutch gearbox (a six - speed
manual is standard.)
Nav System, Heated Leather Seats, Moonroof, 4x4, Hitch, Heated Rear Seat CLICK ME!KEY FEATURES INCLUDELeather Seats, Navigation, 4x4, Heated Driver Seat, Heated Rear Seat, Cooled Driver Seat, Running Boards, Premium Sound System, Satellite Radio, iPod / MP3 Input, Onboard Communications System, Remote Engine Start, Dual Zone A / C, Heated Seats, Heated Leather Seats MP3 Player, Privacy Glass, Keyless Entry, Steering Wheel Controls, Heated Mirrors.OPTION PACKAGESENGINE: 6.7 L 4V OHV POWER STROKE V8 TURBO
DIESEL B20: 4 valve OHV,
manual push - button engine - exhaust braking and intelligent oil - life monitor, 3.55 Axle Ratio, Extra Heavy - Duty 220 Amp Alternator, Dual 78 - AH 750 CCA Batteries, 48 Gallon Fuel Tank, PLATINUM ULTIMATE PACKAGE: Twin Panel Power Moonroof, map lights and moonroof switches, Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System, 360 degree camera system and trailer reverse guidance, NOTE: Does not include customer placed trailer camera, Rear CHMSL Camera Display in center stack screen, LED Center High - Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) w / cargo light and rear video camera, Lane - Keeping Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control & Collision Warning, brake support, HIGH CAPACITY TRAILER TOW PACKAGE: increased GCW from 23,500 lbs, to 25,700 lbs and upgraded axle, NOTE: Salesperson's Portfolio or Trailer Towing Guide should be consulted for specific trailer towing or camper limits and corresponding required equipment, axle ratios and model availability, See Supplemental Reference for vehicle height consideration, Wheels: 20» Polished Aluminum w /
Diesel, ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL & COLLISION WARNING: brake support, INDIVIDUAL TRAILER TPMS (DEALER INSTALLED): customer - placed trailer camera, NOTE: Trailer TPMS sensors only compatible
on wheels w / a452» diameter valve stem, TRANSMISSION: TORQSHIFT 6 - SPEED AUTOMATIC: (6R140), SelectShift.Please confirm the accuracy of the included equipment by calling us prior to purchase.
A 177PS 2.0 - litre
diesel will be
on offer initially, with no word
on petrol, a
manual option or the plug - in hybrid model, which was showcased at the 2016 Auto Expo.
That means a line - up ranging between $ 25,000 and $ 37,000 plus
on - road costs and comprising two equipment grades (LS and XLS), two engines (2.0 - litre petrol and 2.2 - litre
diesel), two drivetrains (2WD and AWD) and three transmissions — five - speed
manual and six - speed automatic and CVT.
It features a choice of 2.3 - and 3.2 - liter gasoline engines, or 2.3 - and 2.9 - liter
diesel engines, all produced
on license from Mercedes - Benz, accompanied by a five - speed
manual Borg - Warner gearbox.
Mechanically, Baleno is similar to Swift with same petrol and
diesel units mated to five - speed
manual gearbox, although there is an additional CVT missing
on Swift.