Stop-Start
A stop-start system is a simple way to aid efficiency. Automakers are putting this technology not only in gas-electric hybrids, but even straight internal combustion vehicles to save fuel. Essentially, the vehicle shuts its engine off at a stop, such as at a traffic light, or stop sign, and a powerful starter enables the engine to immediately come back on when it’s time to move again. Fuel consumption and emissions are thus reduced due to the engine not running for several seconds up to a couple minutes or longer.
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2015 Ford Fusion With Stop-Start Road TestRedesigned for 2013, the Fusion SE with Light Stop-Start technology nets incrementally higher mpg over conventional stablemates. |
28 MPG | Sedan | $25,575 | Now |
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2014 Chevrolet Malibu With Stop-Start System OverviewThe Malibu LS comes standard with a stop-start system, the first midsize sedan sold in the United States that is so equipped. |
29 MPG | Sedan | $22,965 | Now |
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2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 With Stop-Start ReviewThe Mercedes GLK 350 is a solid, capable and impeccably constructed compact luxury sport utility vehicle. |
21 MPG | SUV | $38,405 | Now |
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2014 Ram 1500 HFE With Stop-Start System OverviewWith new sheet meta for the first time since 2009, an industry first stop-start system, and industry first 8-speed transmission, the RAM 1500 HFE offers decent fuel economy for a non-hybrid. |
MPG | Pickup | $29,805 | Now |
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2014 Ford Fusion With Stop-Start OverviewRedesigned for 2013, the Fusion SE with Light Stop-Start technology nets incrementally higher mpg over conventional stablemates. |
28 MPG | Sedan | $24,650 | Now |
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2008 Saturn Aura Green LineSaturn aims for hybrid affordability. |
27 MPG | Sedan | $22,100 | Discontinued |
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2007 Saturn Vue HybridThe Vue Green Line is the low-cost low-benefit hybrid SUV. |
27 MPG | SUV | $24,200 | Discontinued |
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