From motortrend.com

Volvo, the Swedish automaker best known for safety, is apparently making a bid to also be known for efficiency through an eco-friendly version of its C30 hatchback that’ll reportedly achieve over 52 mpg.

Set to be revealed at the rapidly approaching Frankfurt motor show, the Volvo C30 Efficiency will feature a 1.6-liter turbodiesel engine that produces 105 horsepower and even lower emissions than Volvo’s current European-market diesel engine of the same capacity. Engine-management optimization and low-friction oil are both utilized to stretch fuel economy.

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Volvo C70 convertible buyers will have the choice of a 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine from this autumn.

The 136bhp 2.0-litre diesel engine is already available in the Volvo S40, V50 estate and the C30.

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