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.
Not only does it offer the performance they're looking for, but it also
delivers on fuel economy and interior versatility.
An available full - colour, 7 - inch customizable in - cluster display provides real - time
data on fuel economy, trip info and temperatures - even directions from the available navigation.
Even so, the the real sales prize will be winning over not just early adopters but mainstream sedan shoppers with an
eye on fuel economy and cruising refinement.
You are probably going to be focused
on fuel economy if you are buying a daily driver, so seriously consider a hybrid.
Some environmental experts are urging people to check their tire pressures so that they can save five
percent on fuel economy.
An instant fuel - mileage indicator also lets drivers keep tabs
on fuel economy on a real - time basis.
The 4 - cylinder 2.4 L engine makes this car great
on fuel economy which means less money out of your pocket.
Although not a
standout on fuel economy, it's a superior choice for those who will be packing it full of cargo and a strong contender in the minivan marketplace.
The eco boost feature really
helps on fuel economy and with the instant mpg feature it is easy to see how my driving habits affect my fuel economy.
And as for weaknesses, people could get disappointed with its lack of a third row seat, and there is a considerable
drop on the fuel economy for the V6 engine.
Treat it like you're
on a fuel economy run and you're going to feel like you're in an economy car, albeit one with great steering.
Recent increases in fuel economy standards and recurring run - ups in the price of gasoline mean manufacturers and consumers are more focused
on fuel economy today than they have been for decades.
Perhaps the biggest news with the 2009 F - 150 is the absence of a V - 6 engine, despite the growing
emphasis on fuel economy.
Watching the trip computer, I noticed that slow urban driving took a particularly heavy
toll on the fuel economy, dragging the average down.
Though there's better cargo room in the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR - V, the Escape does
well on fuel economy.
The Cruze's styling does have a downside
on the fuel economy front over the Astra, but despite this, the Chev sipped only 7l / 100 km, and still offered grunt when needed.
The model is said to offer a range of up to 240 miles based
on its fuel economy rating of 52 miles per gallon (equivalent) in the city, 53 on the highway and 52 miles per gallon combined.
The engine is mated to a 7 - speed DSG automatic gearbox for outstanding acceleration and ease of driving, without
compromising on fuel economy.
Normally, these cars emphasize styling or performance, but this year Volkswagen decided to focus
on fuel economy as well.
Though still in development, Tula claims a 15 - percent improvement
on fuel economy over V - 8 engines with GM's cylinder deactivation technology called Active Fuel Management.
One auto executive
working on fuel economy strategy told AN that «essentially no notice was given,» and that business is ordinarily conducted based on a known playing field, and «To have it change suddenly without notice and without the ability to respond is really troubling.
Through the Paris climate agreement and discussions with other countries, the United States is working with other major economies to encourage
progress on fuel economy standards, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions that will improve global energy and climate security by reducing our reliance on oil.
«Lightweighting is critical for the future of our vehicles, not only to
improve on fuel economy, but also to help improve vehicle performance,» says Hagen Seifert, head of materials at VW Group's Audi brand.
The INFINITI VR - series joins seven other turbo - charged V6 engines, part of an industry trend in downsizing engine volume but adding turbo chargers to improve performance without
sacrificing on fuel economy and efficiency.