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Originally Posted by cRiPpLe_rOoStEr
Coasting on neutral with the engine idling is often quoted to increase fuel-efficiency only in vehicles fitted with carburettor. No wonder those start-stop/automatic engine off-coasting systems are getting trendy in the European market.
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Absolute nonsense - no car is on sale in Europe with a carb - emissions tests here pretty much match the US and are close to Japan.
Start-stop is available on a load of cars here, including some really cheap ones - for FE. Google the Hyundai i10 Blue for the cheapest one.
Start-stop-"cruise" is a new idea punted by VAG. The Prius already does this - Mrs A's turns it's engine off at 90+ if I'm going downhill.