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Ford projects C-MAX Hybrid will deliver 47 mpg city, 44 mpg highway; expected payback of hybrid premium in two years

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L/100km)—higher fuel economy than the Toyota Prius v (44 mpg / 5.3 The vehicle can be driven 500-plus miles with total system output of 188 hp (140 kW), compared to the 134 hp (100 kW) from Toyota Prius v and Prius. The Li-ion battery pack is recharged when the gasoline engine is in operation.

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TTAC's Best Cars of 2023

The Truth About Cars

Honorable mentions: Toyota Supra manual, Toyota Prius, BMW 330i, Cadillac CT4 Blackwing, Kia EV6 GT, Chevrolet Trax Activ. Jeep Wrangler 4xe: The Wrangler 4xe gets too expensive in top trims, but Jeep gave us a cheaper configuration for 2024 that makes it easier to afford. Oh, and the price isn't cost-prohibitive.

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Toyota outlines eco-car plans, battery research progress

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By early 2012, TMC plans to begin sales of a “Prius”-based PHV, mainly in Japan, the United States and Europe. Although currently a price under ¥10 million (US$120,000) seems attainable, TMC aims to further reduce costs to bring the vehicle to market at a more-affordable price. L/100km) under the 10-15 Japanese test cycle.

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UK Govt identifies first 9 electric drive vehicles eligible for grants of up to 5K

Green Car Congress

The first nine electric drive cars to become eligible for the Plug-in Car Grant of up to £5,000 (US$7,900) in the UK are: Mitsubishi iMiEV; smart fortwo electric drive; Peugeot iON; Citroen CZero; Nissan Leaf; Tata Vista EV; Toyota Prius Plug-in; Vauxhall Ampera and Chevrolet Volt. More will follow next year.

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7 Common Hybrid Myths and Misconceptions Debunked

Clean Fleet Report

The prototypical hybrid–the Toyota Prius. There are several affordable hybrid models on the market. Gas is the primary fuel; the batteries recharge as the vehicle moves and brakes, but the electric power is an auxiliary motive source, so the car will need less fuel. Flash Drive: 2019 Toyota Prius Hybrid.

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Electric Car Buyer’s Guide: 7 Steps to Find The Best EV for Your Life

EV Life

For example, I grew up in a “Toyota family” and Toyota only has one electric vehicle available today: The Prius Prime. Searching by Body Type or price range may open up surprising options for you like the fact that Hyundai and Kia make some of the best affordable electric SUV crossovers on the market. Make an EV charging plan.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

Clean Fleet Report

The Model 3 its affordable ($35,000 as it was originally advertised, though most have sold for more), smaller model changed everything. Bolts jolts the market with 200+ miles of range and an affordable price. The Prius Prime becomes Toyota’s leader with a plug. Nissan Leaf – the Standard Bearer.