Remove Alternative Fuels Remove California Remove Escape Remove SUV
article thumbnail

Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

Clean Fleet Report

Escaping High Fuel Prices; a Natural Bridge to an EV. The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter With a plug-in option the Escape can drive all-electric (for more than 40 miles we found). Note: The Escape PHEV is rated by the EPA to have 37 miles of all-electric driving range.

Escape 91
article thumbnail

Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Taos SEL 4Motion

Clean Fleet Report

It fits in below the Tiguan in the VW SUV hierarchy. Fuel economy is EPA-rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the 4Motion rated at 25/32/28. A steady road warrior Clean Fleet Report was in the Taos SEL 4Motion for a week, spending most of our time on Southern California freeways.

article thumbnail

Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

Kia invited media to the Alila Marea Beach Resort in Encinitas, California, from which we ventured out over the Cuyamaca Mountains and through the Cleveland National Forest to the 1800s silver mining town of Julian , with an elevation of 4,245 feet. Driving Experience: On the Road. Outward visibility is excellent as the 6.3-inch

Kia 92
article thumbnail

Flash Drive: 2023 Subaru Solterra EV

Clean Fleet Report

Subaru’s All-New, All-Electric Compact SUV. The all-new, all-electric 2023 Solterra compact SUV is a major step for Subaru, one that will be a welcome addition for its loyal owners. For even more peace of mind, on those occasion where a long road trip is planned, there are 10 free days of a Subaru gasoline-powered car or SUV.

article thumbnail

Road Test: 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Grand Touring AWD

Clean Fleet Report

There is no shame if, for you, Lincoln means either the massive Navigator SUV or the chauffeured Town Car sedan, as these are the most recognizable models from Ford’s premium division. Over 314 miles of Southern California city and highway driving our overall average was 38.8 A capable and efficient engine. Premium Interior.

PHEV 104
article thumbnail

Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage

Clean Fleet Report

Kia recently invited members of the automotive press to drive the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid and X-Pro in sunny Palm Springs, California. Departing the Kimpton Rowan Hotel in downtown Palm Springs, we headed-up the Palms To Pines Highway (California Highway 74) that starts at 250-foot elevation and crests at 6,500. Room for adults.

Kia 84
article thumbnail

Road Test: 2021 Kia Niro PHEV EX Premium

Clean Fleet Report

Clean Fleet Report drove 177 miles through Southern California averaging a very satisfying 87.7 inches of ground clearance is not as high as a SUV, but it still provided a lifted outlook on the road, besting a sedan. News: Ford Releases Details on Plug-in Hybrid Escape. There is a dash screen that reports on your driving style.

PHEV 94