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Feature: Are Eco-Friendly Cars Expensive to Own?

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A study conducted by a team at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) compared the lifetime costs of owning a gas-powered vehicle versus that of owning an eco-friendly vehicle. Hybrids and EVs can cost you less. Average Monthly Costs of Hybrid, Electric, and Gas-Powered Cars. Costs of Charging vs. Fueling.

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Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD

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liter gasoline powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with the twin electric motors. Gas plus two electric motors The hybrid system automatically switches between the pure electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. Your numbers may differ.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Crown Hybrid

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The all-wheel drive 2023 Crown comes with two hybrid engine choices. Toyota’s hybrid system automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine and gasoline-only engine power. It was easy to drive for highway cruising, but in-town driving is where both hybrid engines shine.

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Road Test: 2023 Toyota Crown Hybrid Max AWD Platinum

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The new Toyota flagship Hybrid Options The 2023 Crown comes with two hybrid engine choices. Every Crown has an engine–and no plug The base engine, in the Crown XLE and Limited, is called THS, for Toyota Hybrid System. Both engines run on 87 octane, but don’t plug in for electricity.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus UX 250h F Sport AWD

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liter gasoline-powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with twin electric motors for a total system 181 horse power. The Lexus Hybrid Drive system automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. Hybrid Efficiency. A powerful, efficient drivetrain.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD

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In the parallel hybrid system the electric motor can power the car by itself, the gas engine can power the car by itself or they can power the car together. liter V6 engine that runs on 95 octane and three motors that produce a total 308 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque. The system comprises a 3.5-liter

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Road Test: 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid

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liter, four-cylinder, non-turbocharged engine and two electric motors, producing 245 total system horsepower. This system automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine and gasoline-only engine power. Smooth power and excellent fuel economy. Your numbers may differ.

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