VW improved mpg
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THE PARIS Show last week kswagen put an end to a 40r-old deign concept by reing its air-cooled power in the Transporter van it a new 1.9-litre four-cylinder :er-cooled engine as stand.
he new model will become ilable in Britain at the end of year with two more power-atings of 45kW (60bhp) and N (78bhp).
Ihile installation of the ene will remain at the rear, it
be cooled by a frontunted aluminium radiator. , new five-speed gearbox benes optional in the specifica1 and for those who prefer Irnative power the existing litre diesel will remain availa.
or developing countries, the nsporter will continue to use the air-cooled engine, but for Europe, development of the water-cooled unit provides ad vantages of about 12 per cent in fuel consumption. Improved allround performance gives a higher top speed, better hill climbing, fast acceleration and quieter running.
Longer service intervals will reduce the cost of ownership while improved heating will add to the level of interior comfort.