Sentences with phrase «small economy vehicles»

Midsize, full - size and luxury cars will bear the brunt of the boosts, and small economy vehicles will escape relatively unscathed in keeping with Detroit's need to improve on fuel economy.

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

Not exact matches

Says David Greene, a transportation researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory: «If manufacturers were to take the available technologies and apply them to fuel economy over the next 10 to 15 years, they could cost - effectively achieve a 40 to 50 percent improvement without making vehicles smaller.»

The unit can be used to boost performance of any size engine, but in the interest of economy, its maker sees the electric supercharger as enabling auto manufacturers to install smaller engines in vehicles without compromising the vehicle's peak performance.

Some people want small cars but aren't willing to move down to a B - segment vehicle that offers virtually no difference in fuel economy but requires a big sacrifice in power and generally a sacrifice in comfort on long highway drives.

GM had hoped the MPV could provide customers with a spacious vehicle that returns better fuel economy than most small SUVs.

Its combined fuel economy of 23 mpg seems low for such a small vehicle, and it lags behind the Mercedes - Benz GLA's 27 mpg and the BMW X1's 26 mpg.

«In addition to cutting greenhouse gas pollution, greater fuel economy will shrink fuel costs for small businesses that depend on pick ups and heavy duty vehicles, shipping companies and cities and towns with fleets of these vehicles.

Vehicle Name: Toyota C - HR, Body Style: Sport Utility, Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive, EPA Classification: Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD, Passenger Capacity: 5, Passenger Volume: 83.8, Base Curb Weight: 3300, Fuel Economy Est - Combined: 29, EPA Fuel Economy Est - City: 27, EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy: 31, Engine Order Code:, Engine Type: Regular Unleaded I - 4, Displacement: 2.0 L / 121, Fuel System: Sequential MPI, SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 144 @ 6100, SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 139 @ 3900, Trans Order Code:, Trans Type: 1, Trans Description Cont.: CVT w / OD, Trans Description Cont.

Innovation is also at the forefront of any new Jeep vehicle, and the Renegade is the first small SUV to feature a disconnecting rear axle and power take - off unit (PTU)-- all to provide Jeep Renegade 4 × 4 models with enhanced fuel economy.

Strengths of this model include fun to drive, strong fuel economy, Adorable small - car looks, and quirky «barn door» cargo access While we try hard to keep all the information accurate, some of the optional equipment this particular vehicle has may or may not be listed.For the most accurate information contact MINI OF DUTCHESS.

The 2009 Jeep Patriot combines the packaging and interior flexibility of a sport - utility vehicle with the performance, handling, fuel economy and price of a compact car or small pickup.

Interesting features of this model are fun to drive, strong fuel economy, Adorable small - car looks, and quirky «barn door» cargo access While we try hard to keep all the information accurate, some of the optional equipment this particular vehicle has may or may not be listed.For the most accurate information contact MINI OF DUTCHESS.

«Global customers increasingly want smaller cars with outstanding fuel economy, but without sacrificing any of the style, technology, connectivity and driving quality they demand from larger vehicles,» explained Derrick Kuzak, Ford's group vice president of Global Product Development.

Fuel economy is estimated at 21 mpg city and 27 mpg highway for vehicles with smaller wheels, losing just 1 mpg when moving to the 20 - inch wheels on fancier trims.

Applied to road cars the system supports the current motor industry trend for smaller powertrains; a lightweight kinetic energy recovery system providing a means of boosting acceleration and overall performance and economy independently of the vehicle's internal combustion engine.

As the price of fuel climbs and tougher federal fuel economy requirements kick in, auto companies are expected to introduce more small vehicles to the market.

The Mazda CX - 5 matches the Rogue for economy, is the sportiest vehicle in the class and most fun to drive among this group other than the much smaller Minis.

Using technology borrowed from its NSX supercar, it has created a vehicle that's more powerful than the non-hybrid version, but with the fuel economy of some smaller hatchbacks.

Vehicle Name: Toyota RAV4, Body Style: Sport Utility, Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive, EPA Classification: Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD, Passenger Capacity: 5, Passenger Volume: 100.7, Base Curb Weight: 3950, Fuel Economy Est - Combined: 32 (Est), EPA Fuel Economy Est - City: 34 (Est), EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy: 30 (Est), Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 1750, Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: 175, Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 1750, Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: 175, Maximum Trailering Capacity: 1750, Engine Order Code:, Engine Type: Gas / Electric I - 4, Displacement: 2.5 L / 152, Fuel System: Sequential MPI, SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 194 @ 5700, SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 152 @ 4400, Trans Order Code:, Trans Type: 1, Trans Description Cont.: CVT w / OD, Trans Description Cont.

Vehicle Name: Toyota RAV4, Body Style: Sport Utility, Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive, EPA Classification: Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD, Passenger Capacity: 5, Passenger Volume: 100.7, Base Curb Weight: 3605, Fuel Economy Est - Combined: 25 (Est), EPA Fuel Economy Est - City: 22 (Est), EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy: 28 (Est), Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 1500, Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: 150, Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 1500, Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: 150, Maximum Trailering Capacity: 1500, Engine Order Code:, Engine Type: Regular Unleaded I - 4, Displacement: 2.5 L / 152, Fuel System: Sequential MPI, SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 176 @ 6000, SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 172 @ 4100, Trans Order Code:, Trans Type: 6, Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w / OD, Trans Description Cont.

Vehicle Name: Toyota Highlander, Body Style: Sport Utility, Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive, EPA Classification: Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD, Passenger Capacity: 8, Passenger Volume: 144.9, Base Curb Weight: 4370, Fuel Economy Est - Combined: 23, EPA Fuel Economy Est - City: 20, EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy: 27, Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 5000, Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: 500, Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 5000, Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: 500, Maximum Trailering Capacity: 5000, Engine Order Code:, Engine Type: Regular Unleaded V - 6, Displacement: 3.5 L / 211, Fuel System: Gasoline Direct Injection, SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 295 @ 6600, SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 263 @ 4700, Trans Order Code:, Trans Type: 8, Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w / OD, Trans Description Cont.

[9][12] The overall or composite fuel economy rating combining electricity and gasoline powered are displayed in the Monroney label in a much smaller type, and as part of the comparison of the Volt's fuel economy among all vehicles and within compact cars.

Great fuel economy Limited repairs over the course of the vehicle life Quality workmanship - great sewing on the interior seats Small part reliability (door handles, seat handles, knobs, etc.) Pop - down door leading to trunk Fold down back seat leading to trunk Limited recalls Great resell value High exterior paint quality «They just don't break»

«Compass is a breakthrough all - new Jeep vehicle that provides the utility and functionality of an SUV with the performance, handling, fuel economy and price of a small car or small pickup.»

This flexibility enables transmissions with additional clutches to be packaged in a smaller space, while providing improved fuel economy, reduced emissions and enhanced vehicle performance.

The number of hybrid models on the market has exploded in the last few years, from small economy cars to larger vehicles and sports cars.

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Better fuel economy and bigger torque figures are both welcome enhancements in these not - small vehicles.

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So if Honda can keep the Clarity PHEV drive train in a smaller vehicle then EV range may go over 50miles and ICE economy will also exceed 50 mpg.

«The all - new Rio brings Kia's successful combination of world - class styling, outstanding fuel economy, advanced technologies and tremendous value to the smallest and most economical vehicle in the Kia lineup,» said Michael Sprague, vice president, marketing & communications, KMA.

The 2016 HR - V subcompact crossover delivers the space, utility, comfort and features of a larger vehicle with the sporty driving dynamics and class - leading fuel economy ratings on par with a small car.

given that the Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax are highly successful, why aren't the vehicles built in the United States as building the small CUV in the United States could stimulate the US Economy further.

The quickly growing consumer acceptance of those smaller vehicles shows that American drivers want to balance the utility afforded by their old midsize and large SUVs with better fuel economy, and they see LRR tires as an important tool in the battle against rising gas prices.

Since engines are generally heavy objects which contribute significantly to overall vehicle mass, offering the same output in a smaller package can be enormously advantageous for fuel economy.

Looking for a small sport - utility vehicle that offers solid driving dynamics and good fuel economy?

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Current fuel economy rules favor the smallest, least protective vehicles.

This means putting an appropriately - sized, naturally - aspirated engine into each vehicle, instead of small - displacement turbo engines that have a relatively small window of optimal economy, Davis said.

With a small price tag, excellent fuel economy, and a surprisingly long list of standard features, the 2018 Chevrolet Spark is an appealing entry - level vehicle, especially for those inhabiting environments where parking space is scarce.

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Were Hyundai to offer a hybrid version, it might within a couple years have an Elantra able to meet the EPA's fuel economy goal of 47 to 62 mpg by 2025, the higher mpg number targeting automakers such as Hyundai with smaller - size vehicles.

That the Senate has reached some sort of compromise on new vehicle fuel economy that the Administration will accept is one small but important step (as you can read as a peer reviewed paper at / / pdf.wri.org/automobile-fuel-economy-co2-industrialized-countries.

With a methane economy we could heat and cool our homes, produce electric power at home using a small gas turbine generator, and fuel our vehicles all from our own home tank at far lower cost than using gasoline.

The flat, fleet - wide approach encouraged automakers to increase production and sale of smaller vehicles to offset the sale of larger, more profitable vehicles rather than improve fuel economy across all vehicle types.

Beyond the obvious advantages offered by smaller, lighter weight vehicles such as improved fuel economy, maneuverability, and reduced cost of ownership, the Mitsubishi models on display offer clever design features and capabilities traditionally associated with larger cars.

«Trucks have been notorious for poor fuel economy in the past, but when electrified, they can have a much greater impact on reducing oil consumption and emissions than smaller vehicles, while offering a much faster payback,» said Alan Perriton, Chief Operations Officer for VIA Motors, and himself a former senior executive at General Motors.

Drafting, or driving in a truck's rear no - zone for better fuel economy, is also a dangerous practice, as it prevents the driver of the smaller vehicle from seeing traffic around him or her, and it makes his or her vehicle completely invisible to the driver of the truck.