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VW has announced that all models in its group are getting the all-new 1.6-liter diesel engine. This new engine, manages to reduce both fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. While the 1.9-liter TDIe managed to burn 4.1 l/100 km, the new 1.6-liter lowers it further to 3.8 l/100 km (a drop of 57 to 62 mpg U.S.), and CO2 emissions go from 109 to 99 g/km. Besides the new engine, the car gets all the standard improvements to keep diesel consumption low, like aerodynamic improvements, low-rolling resistance tires and a lowered body stance.
But if you are not a diesel lover, Audi has a different solution for you. Audi introduces the all new 1.2-liter Turbo engine that produces 105hp and 175 Nm of torque (129 lb-ft). This engine, is combines with a 6-speed manual gearbox, will replace the current 1.6 liter base engine for Europe. Fuel consumption is a very respectable 5.5 l/100 km (43 mpg U.S.) and CO2 emissions remain the same at 127 g/km. Both models are going on sale in Germany during the first half of 2010, with prices starting at €23,550 and €20,500, respectively.
No word if any of these engines will make it to US (probably not).
Source: Auto News (german)
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