Green Car Reports

JANUARY 8, 2018

Even as vehicles become more fuel-efficient, the unending market shift toward crossover utilities, SUVs, and trucks kept the overall average U.S. mpg, an improvement over 2016 of just 0.1 new fleet efficiency stagnant for the fourth year in a row. For 2017, sales-weighted new-car fuel economy landed at 25.2

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy Sale 89

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2014

mpg increase over the previous year and an increase of nearly 5 mpg since 2004. Since 1975, half of car production has consistently been within several mpg of each other. mpg, which is 0.5 mpg higher than MY 2012. mpg higher than MY 2012), and for trucks is 19.8 mpg (annual increase of 0.5

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy EPA 230

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2015

Land Rover will offer the option of diesel powertrains in two 2016 model year luxury SUVs: the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport. The Range Rover Td6 and Range Rover Sport Td6 SUVs will deliver 25 mpg (9.4 l/100 km) combined, a 32% improvement over the supercharged V6, and reach a high of 28 mpg (8.4

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Land Rover Fuel Economy MPG Diesel 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 6, 2016

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in June 2016 was 25.3 mpg from the value for May 2016, according to the latest monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). in April 2016, up 0.01

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 4, 2016

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in April 2016 was 25.2 mpg from the value for March 2016, according to the latest monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). in February 2016, down 0.03

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 2, 2015

kWh, liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery pack, the large SUV covers up to 56 kilometers (34.8 US mpg) and has a CO 2 emission level of less than 50 grams per kilometer (80.5 The large SUV generally starts in electric mode. The Audi Q7 e-tron quattro will arrive at dealers in Germany in the spring of 2016. Powered by the 17.3

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Audi Diesel MPG SUV 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

Ford will be introducing the Euro-spec version of its Edge SUV at the IAA in Frankfurt this week. The large SUV will be offered in Europe with a choice of 180PS 2.0-liter mpg US (5.8 mpg US (5.8 Ford expects to sell 200,000 SUVs in Europe in 2016—a 200% increase compared to 2013. Earlier post.).

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Ford MPG Diesel Fuel 150

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 4, 2015

The range of small and smaller SUVs seems to expand almost monthly, and the latest entry is the 2016 Mazda CX-3. This crossover utility vehicle slots below the compact Mazda CX-5 in the "Zoom Zoom" maker's lineup.

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Mazda 2016 MPG SUV 60

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 22, 2014

Average monthly and model year fleet-wide achieved CAFE performance levels versus NHTSA projected achieved CAFE levels for model years 2008 through 2016. mpg for model year 2012, 0.1 mpg for model year 2013 and 0.2 mpg for model year 2014. mpg over these seven model years, from 25.5 Source: UMTRI. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy MPG 2008 2014 225

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in January 2016 was 25.1 mpg from the value for December 2015, and the first increase in eight months, according to the latest monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI).

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 150

Green Car Reports

MAY 10, 2016

The average fuel economy of new cars sold in April fell again as SUV sales remained strong. in April 2016 was 25.2 mpg, according to researchers Michael. Two separate analyses show a drop in fuel economy last month, continuing a trend witnessed throughout 2015.

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Fuel Economy Economy SUV Fuel 60

Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2019

Toyota introduced the next-generation three-row 2020 Highlander SUV at the New York International Auto Show. Just as the first RAV4 launched the compact crossover SUV segment 22 years ago, the original Highlander redefined the midsize family SUV when it arrived in 2001.

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Highlander New York 2020 Toyota 287

Green Car Congress

MAY 10, 2017

The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee mid-size SUV has become the second gasoline-driven, US-made, US-brand vehicle to qualify for Japan’s Eco-Car tax break. The 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk was first. Jeep is Japan’s top-selling US vehicle brand; sales hit a record high of 9,388 in 2016—a 31.7% mpg US, 10.4

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

Hybrid Efficiency in a Premium SUV. The EPA rates fuel economy at 31 mpg city/28 highway/30 combined. The evolution of this fine SUV over the years has made it one of the best in its class. The RX 450h is a step-up from most crossover SUVs. Road Test: 2016 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid. Road Test: 2016 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid.

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Lexus Fuel Economy Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 94

Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2013

The number of SUV, pickup, minivan, and van models that have combined EPA label values of 20 mpg (11.8 There are almost 3 times more SUVs with combined labels of 25 mpg (9.4 l/100 km) or more and 6 times more cars with ratings of 30 mpg (7.8 The number of cars with 40 mpg or higher (5.9 l/100km) or more.

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Fuel Economy 2012 EPA Economy 284

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2013

mpg higher (+5.4%) than MY 2011. mpg fuel economy improvement from MY 2011 to MY 2012 is the second largest annual improvement in the last 30 years. mpg, or 22%. Light trucks (pickups, minivans/vans, and truck SUVs), accounted for 36% of all light-duty vehicle production in MY 2012, the second lowest level since 1993.

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Fuel Economy 2012 Economy EPA 247

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 25, 2017

At the Chengdu Motor Show, Cadillac launched a version of the XT5 SUV equipped with a mild hybrid system, the first of its kind for the brand. More than 63,000 units have been delivered since its local introduction in April 2016. The engine works with the electric motor when the SUV picks up speed, increasing power and acceleration.

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Cadillac Hybrid China Dealers 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 1, 2014

l/100 km, or 118 mpg US. BYD introduced its first 5-4-2 vehicle at the show, the Tang plug-in hybrid SUV. The Tang, the Han for 2015 and the Ming for 2016 will all meet the 5-4-2 standard. 5” represents the maximum time in seconds to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h (0-60 mph in less than 5 seconds) in future car models. “4”

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Standards BYD Energy Vehicles 262

Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2015

With the 2016 XC90 ( earlier post ) heading to dealerships across the US, Volvo Cars gave media an opportunity to experience the next generation of its full-size luxury SUV—in both its conventional T6 and plug-in hybrid T8 Drive-E Twin Engine forms—in and around Los Angeles. Luxury plug-in hybrid SUVs coming to US market.

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Volvo Plug-in PHEV Engine 150

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Competing in the premium midsize SUV category, the 2021 Cadillac XT5 is right in the middle of stiff competition, including models from Acura, Audi, BMW, Genesis, Infiniti, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Tesla and Volvo. We were surprised to cross the 30 mpg mark for this 3,915-pound, five-passenger midsize SUV.

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Cadillac Land Rover MPG Fuel Economy 75

Green Car Congress

JULY 26, 2016

Consumer demand for trucks and SUVs continues to rise in Los Angeles and across the country, but sales of the Ford Fusion Hybrid and Ford Fusion Energi plug-in are moving ahead. The Fusion Hybrid sold 2,542 units in June 2016, up 50% from 1,691 units in June 2015. Both of these numbers are retail sales and do not include fleet sales.

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Fusion Los Angeles Ford Sale 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 30, 2016

China-based GAC Motor recently held the completion ceremony of the company’s new phase II factory in Guangzhou in June, and launched the new GS8 SUV and GA3S PHEV plug-in hybrid sedan. L/100 km (157 mpg US); electricity consumption is 13.6 Unveiled in November 2015, the GA3S PHEV is equipped with an efficient 1.5L miles) NEDC.

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PHEV Motor Motors Motoring 150

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The Tesla Model S ’ introduction in 2016 marked another milestone, but the Model 3 in 2019 and Model Y in 2020 broke the EV market wide open. The Q4 had the advantage in cargo space, offering up to 3% more, possibly because we’re comparing a Sportback configuration with a conventionally shaped SUV. Longer & wider–by a little.

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Audi Tahoe SUV Gas-Electric 90

Green Car Congress

JULY 20, 2016

liters/100 km (41 mpg US) with the introduction of fuel-saving technologies such as the standard stop/start. It plans to launch five new or upgraded models in the second half of 2016, including an SUV and performance vehicle in North America and China simultaneously, giving Chevrolet a competitive full product lineup.

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Chevrolet China North America Connect 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 20, 2016

liters/100 km (41 mpg US) with the introduction of fuel-saving technologies such as the standard stop/start. It plans to launch five new or upgraded models in the second half of 2016, including an SUV and performance vehicle in North America and China simultaneously, giving Chevrolet a competitive full product lineup.

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Chevrolet China North America Connect 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 22, 2017

Starting from a baseline 26 mpg (9.04 l/100 km) in 2016, the The ICCT team assessed increased consumer label fuel economy (as opposed to the regulatory test fuel economy) to 35 mpg (6.71 l/100 km) in 2025 and to 42–46 mpg (5.6-5.11 l/100 km) (under three scenarios) by 2030. 9.5%; the ICCT analysis suggested a 12.5%

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Price 210

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Ltd, China’s leading vehicle exporter, will launch a new model line of passenger cars and SUVs globally—with plans to begin sales in Europe within the next few years—under a new nameplate: EXEED. With the combined power of the combustion engine and e-motor, the compact SUV will reach 100km/h in 6.0 mpg US) (NEDC).

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Chery Plug-in Hybrid Plug 150

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

Smooth, Quiet and 50+ MPG. The ubiquitous SUV, crossover or truck have become the belle of the ball, getting all the attention while the poor four-door sedan is like the kid that gets picked last for the baseball team. On shorter legs, if even for a brief time, we touched 60 mpg. First Drive: 2016 Nissan Altima.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 84

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

turbo at 28 mpg city/37 highway/31 combined. mpg combined. non-turbo 4-cylinder and CVT, fuel economy estimates are 31 mpg city/40 highway/35 combined. The engine hums like a sewing machine, and even with all those miles, still gets 30+ mpg and doesn’t burn or leak a drop of oil. Your numbers may differ.

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Honda Civic Hybrid MPG Clean 72

Green Car Congress

APRIL 16, 2015

Audi is introducing two new models with plug-in hybrid drive systems to the market in China in 2016, both of which are having their world premier at Auto Shanghai 2015: the Audi Q7 e-tron 2.0 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (94 mpg US), according to the measuring method prescribed in China for plug‑in hybrid vehicles.

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Audi Plug-in Plug Hybrid 150

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

at 24 mpg city/32 highway/27 combined while running on 87 octane. Auto manufacturers are slowly getting out of the midsize sedan business aiming their sights at crossovers, SUVs and trucks. Road Test: 2016 Honda Accord. First Drive: 2016 Nissan Altima. The EPA rates the 2022 K5 GT 2.5L Observations: 2022 Kia K5 GT 2.5L.

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Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 76

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Fuel economy for the Stinger GT-Line is EPA rated at 22 mpg city/32 highway/25 combined. mpg, and 33.0 mpg on a 140-mile freeway run using the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. Road Test: 2016 Nissan Maxima. Road Test: 2016 Lexus GS F. Running on 91 octane, over 249 miles we averaged 26.2

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Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 73

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 5, 2023

The BRZ is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined mpg. mpg, which we thought was great considering how much fun we had whipping through the gears while seeking out every twisty road we could find. Road Test: 2016 Dodge Challenger. In our week driving through Southern California we averaged 24.7

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MPG Clean Cleaning Miles 85

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

million cars and SUVs from model years 2012 and 2013 whose design specifications did not conform to the specifications the companies certified to EPA, which led to the misstatements of greenhouse gas emissions. It alleges that the car companies sold close to 1.2 EPA discovered these violations in 2012 during audit testing.

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Kia Hyundai Emissions Fuel Economy 199

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

Gets more than 50 mpg. With the coupe-like design, the sleek lines will cause you to pause about buying a crossover SUV. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 45 mpg city/51 highway/47 combined: numbers that make Clean Fleet Report smile as we are happy to drive a car that is a serious fuel sipper. Great style.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 71

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 23, 2013

Belzowski also presented preliminary results from a survey of powertrain experts—from automotive manufacturers, suppliers, government, NGOs, academia and consulting—asking for their predictions of powertrain penetrations for 2016, 2020, and 2025. Advanced diesel will increase to 23% in 2025 from 17% in 2016. Q5 hybrid **.

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Diesel Audi Sale Fuel Economy 366

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 19, 2021

First introduced as a 2016 model, this Chinese-built compact crossover had a facelift in 2019 (when we last tested it ), and two short years later, is all-new for 2021. The EPA rates the Buick Envision FWD at 24 mpg city/31 highway/26 combined miles per gallon. mpg average. All-New Sleek Design with Premium Touches.

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Buick MPG Fuel Economy Clean 52