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Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD

Clean Fleet Report

Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. The nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery is charged when applying the brakes or coasting. Your numbers may differ.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Crown Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

As the power, torque and transmissions indicate, the Hybrid Max does 0-60 mph runs in 5.7 The undetectable and seamless transitions have the Crown Hybrid fuel economy rated at 42 mpg city/41 highway/41 combined, and the more powerful Hybrid Max at 29 city/32 highway/30 combined. Two options under the hood.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus UX 250h F Sport AWD

Clean Fleet Report

The UX 250h can go-up to 71 mph on electricity alone, with a nearly imperceptible transition between gasoline and electricity. The trick to getting the highest fuel economy in a hybrid is learning how to drive it efficiently. The nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery is charged when applying the brakes or coasting.

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Road Test: 2023 Toyota Crown Hybrid Max AWD Platinum

Clean Fleet Report

As the power, torque and transmissions would indicate, the Hybrid Max is quicker in 0-60 mph runs at 5.7 Fuel Economy Toyota’s hybrid systems automatically switch between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. seconds, while the Hybrid comes in at 7.6.

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Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

With a top speed of only 65 MPH and a 100 mile range, the Think Global will remain a niche City Car for conspicuous green consumers who aren’t concerned about safety. Today we could be using lead-acid EVs, lead-carbon-acid EVs, or nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion hybrids. Does that bother you?