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2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan EPA-rated at 28 mpg highway, 22 mpg combined; stop/start and PHEV still to come

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The gasoline-powered version of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan has earned a highway-cycle fuel-economy rating of 28 mpg US (8.4 l/100km) from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)—a benchmark unsurpassed by any minivan on the US market and 12% better than the vehicle Pacifica replaces. Earlier post.)

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Chrysler Group files S-1 for IPO; snapshot of R&D priorities; exploring a light-duty hydraulic hybrid

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This relationship affords the company access to advanced axle technologies we could not develop on our own without investing significant time and capital, Chrysler said. —Chrysler S-1. In addition, Chrysler continues to look into vehicle applications for thermal management. Axles and Drivelines.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

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doesn’t have a ranking system for the cars, crossovers, minivans and trucks we review. Summary: Affordable and efficient with a long list of standard features. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. Observations: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited. Clean Fleet Report. And all of this for a base price under $29,000.

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