Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

Oh, and could you get used to 32 miles of all-electric driving and 30+ mph when in hybrid mode? The newly styled 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is ready for your test drive. When Clean Fleet Report first reviewed the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid in 2017, it was the only electrified minivan on the market. Ready to ride. How It Works.

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Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid Plug 93

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

Now in its second year, the 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid sets the bar high for five-passenger sedans. With the coupe-like design, the sleek lines will cause you to pause about buying a crossover SUV. The 2021 Sonata Hybrid comes in three trim levels of Blue, ES and Limited. Exterior Statement. More miles from up top.

Hyundai 71

Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 71

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Light trucks (pickups, minivans/vans, and truck SUVs), accounted for 36% of all light-duty vehicle production in MY 2012, the second lowest level since 1993. Consumers have an increasing number of high fuel economy/low CO 2 vehicle choices. There are more than twice as many SUV models that achieve 25 mpg (9.4

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Fuel Economy 2012 Economy EPA 247

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 21, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Mazda CX-50 AWD Mazda Wants You to Live A Little The 2023 CX-50 is part of Mazda’s SUV quiver, smallest to largest, of the CX-30, CX-5, CX-50 and CX-9. Mazda says the CX-50 is a “rugged and capable crossover SUV, purpose built for active lifestyles” that enables drivers “to venture further into the outdoors and off-road.”

Mazda 80

Mazda SUV MPG Fuel Economy 80

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

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 The Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a 2.5-liter liter 4-cylinder while the non-hybrid models have either the gasoline 1.5-liter Hybrid System Eight years/100,000 miles.

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 91

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

Premium Three-Row Midsize SUV. Now in year two, the 2021 Hyundai Palisade continues to be one of the best three-row midsize SUVs. New for 2021 is the Palisade Calligraphy, slotting in at the top of the Hyundai SUV line-up. The Palisade, as Hyundai’s largest SUV, can seat up to eight if ordered with the second row bench seat.

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Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV Fleet 105

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2022

Kia recently invited members of the automotive press to drive the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid and X-Pro in sunny Palm Springs, California. This Flash Drive will touch on both models, which are significantly different vehicles, spotlighting the Sportage Hybrid. EPA Fuel Economy: 23 mpg city/28 highway/25 combined. Sportage Hybrid.

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 84

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

It fits in below the Tiguan in the VW SUV hierarchy. There are also settings for Snow and Off Road, and Off Road Custom, which offer traction options not found on most compact SUVs. Throughout the interior is a mix of soft and hard plastics, with the latter more prominent, as is the case on many, but not all, entry level SUVs.

Fuel Economy 81

Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 81

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 15, 2022

Restyling a Best-Selling Premium Compact SUV. The Acura RDX has been one of the best-selling compact premium SUVs since 2006, and has sold more than 50,000 every year since 2015. It wouldn’t be a surprise if the next generation RDX is a hybrid or plug-in hybrid to get that fuel economy into the mid-30 miles per gallon range.

Acura 77

Acura MPG Fuel Economy SUV 77

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

VinFast invited Canadian and American automotive journalists to California to drive the 2023 VF 8, an all-electric midsize two-row SUV. The company has ambitious plans to import the three-row VF 9 by the end of 2023 and the two-row VF 7 in the first part of 2024, both of which are electric SUVs built in Hai Phong, Vietnam.

San Diego 96

San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 96

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

Western Automotive Journalists (WAJ), a Northern California association for automotive writers, annually brings together journalists to drive an assortment of cars, trucks, crossovers and SUVs as well as taking time to discuss current and future product with automotive industry representatives. Genesis fields a powerful SUV.

Lexus 96

Lexus Mercedes Volvo Clean 96

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2011

The vehicle categories seeing the most significant response increases in the 2011 survey compared with 2010 were SUVs, luxury vehicles, large pick-up trucks, and cross-overs. Conversely, responses for hybrid vehicles dropped in 2011, and basic/introduction cars fell more than 20 percentage points from last year.

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Global Auto Fuel 2010 218

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 12, 2021

In a world where SUVs and crossovers are the rage, the number of minivans sold each year have dropped to where they are about two percent of all light vehicles sold. So why do Kia, Honda, Toyota and Chrysler continue to make these boxy people movers? The Carnival emulates the SUV look from the side. Drivetrain. Get a grip.

Kia 74

Kia Minivan Fuel Economy MPG 74

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Tesla helped former shareholder Toyota to bring back the Toyota RAV4 EV , an electric SUV and also aided its other OEM shareholder, Daimler (which also has since divested its Tesla shares), with the Smart ED and B-Class Electric. X marks the spot of Tesla’s expansion. Ford has had little to show in the EV market some some time.

Electric Cars 105

Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electric 105

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 26, 2021

VW Fields an Entry-Level SUV. When Clean Fleet Report has the Taos for a week, we will report on real world fuel economy, which we are confident will exceed the EPA estimates, and provide a more detailed evaluation of what spending time with this SUV is like. The Taos should slip right into the VW SUV lineup. FWD $24,190.

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Fuel Economy Economy Clean Cleaning 63

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

Auto manufacturers are slowly getting out of the midsize sedan business aiming their sights at crossovers, SUVs and trucks. Midsize Sedan Competition Remains Tough–& Fuel Efficient. Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. Road Test: 2016 Honda Accord.

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Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 76

Plugs and Cars

DECEMBER 8, 2006

One can be quite encouraged by the 30 odd alternative fuel cars of all shapes and sizes. Phoenix Motors AltairNano powered SUV was the other full BEV. Honda with the remaining CNG vehicle from a major and two hydrogen fuel cell cars. A real car, by any measure. I hope to find out more tomorrow.

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ZENN Phoenix Neighborhood Jeep 100

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

A comparable SUV, such as a 2023 Ford Explorer AWD with the turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and an EPA highway rating of 26 miles per gallon, would have used 69 gallons of gasoline. The fuel costs we saw posted during our trip averaged $4 per gallon for 87 octane, which would be $276 gasoline costs, so advantage electric, but not by much.

Las Vegas 84

Las Vegas Charging Utah Miles 84

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 30, 2022

Fuel Economy King in a Not-So-Small Pickup. The enjoyment of driving the all-new 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid began with getting 45.4 This compact pickup is smaller than the mid- and full-size trucks roaming our streets, but size alone doesn’t explain how it sips fuel. A smaller, but not small pickup. Unexpected Efficiency.

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Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 89

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

The sculpted hood leads to a crossover SUV cabin that morphs into a truck bed. The interior though is all SUV, seating five with black-on-black front heated and ventilated leather seats. Offering the Santa Cruz as a hybrid would allow it to equal the Ford Maverick compact pickup for fuel efficiency. Glam inside.”

Hyundai 81

Hyundai MPG Clean Cleaning 81

EV Central

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

All the new electric cars, electric SUVs and electric utes arriving in Australia in 2021, 2022 and 2023. Alfa Romeo Tonale – the Italian brand finally has a rechargeable car in its ranks in the form of the Tonale PHEV compact SUV. Aston Martin DBX PHEV and EV – electrified versions of AM’s first SUV on the cards.

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Electric Cars PHEV Australia Cars 98

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

NOVEMBER 27, 2009

Nogales, Arizona Friday, November 27, 2009 Nogales International United States Census 2010 Electric hybrid ‘car of the future’ visits Nogales area By Denise HolleyPublished Friday, November 27, 2009 10:03 AM MST Retired Sgt. If you slow down before a stoplight, this keeps a hybrid car in the cheaper electric mode, he said.“Fuel

Arizona 36

Arizona 2009 Plug-in International 36

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2023

That’s a good place to start when summing-up the Mazda line-up of crossover/SUVs, its one remaining sedan and, of course, the delightful MX-5 Miata. If you are planning to leave paved surfaces, take a look at the CX-50 , which Mazda says is a “rugged and capable crossover SUV, purpose-built for active lifestyles.”

Mazda 71

Mazda Clean Cleaning MPG 71

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 8, 2023

A little mud never hurt any Subaru The automotive media was invited to Woodstock, New York, in the Catskill Mountains to test the smallest of Subaru’s SUVs. If you are looking to own a compact SUV that can tackle the back country with confidence, while also being a comfortable city car, the 2024 Crosstrek should get your consideration.

MPG 81

MPG SUV Clean Cleaning 81

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

Despite the recent progress, a number of myths around the use, power efficiency and cost of fuel cells still exist. With global leading car OEMs such as Toyota, Honda, Hyundai all recently announcing their intentions to make their FCEVs available to the consumer, there is no doubt that the OEMs have done their homework.

Fuel 281

Fuel Electric Vehicles Market Hydrogen 281

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 22, 2009

Alternative-fuel cars were some of the hottest items on display at the Shanghai auto show from homegrown companies like Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd., Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid, which is expected to sell for $40,000 when it goes on sales in the U.S. Prius hybrid. Brilliance Jinbei Automobile Co. in late 2010.

China 28

China Electric Vehicles Chery Vehicles 28

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

Family Compact SUV Increases Power and Boosts Handling. Of course, it is based on your needs, but since Volkswagen doesn’t market the ID4 AWD as a sport SUV and you may not have the desire to get to 60 mph faster than you can spell M-I-S-S-I-S-S-I-P-P-I, why pay many thousands more for what you don’t need?

All-Electric 72

All-Electric Miles SUV Charging 72

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 28, 2021

As noted in the opening, the Mazda6 is going away partly due to consumers wanting pickup trucks, crossovers and SUVs, and also that the Mazda6, and the Mazda brand, are not on enough shopping lists when people are considering a new car. Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

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Carbon Mazda MPG Clean 77

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?", See Chevy Volt for latest.

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Plug-in Plug Hybrid PHEV 45

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2023

The Golf GTI holds its own against competing rivals like the Hyundai Elantra N , Toyota Corolla GR and the Honda Civic Type R and Si. Go check out the 2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, whether with the manual or automatic transmission, to see how your SUV has dulled your senses to what it means to really drive a fun car.

MPG 84

MPG Clean Cleaning Fleet 84

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The newest addition to the Subaru SUV family, smallest to largest, Crosstrek, Forester, Outback and Ascent, the compact Forester Wilderness is a beefed-up version of the already popular Forester, offering more off-road capability with an extra splash of rugged demeanor. Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. More on X-Mode below.

MPG 69

MPG Clean Cleaning Fleet 69

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2021

And when you are ready to move into a larger crossover SUV, Mazda makes the equally appealing midsize CX-9, so there may not be a need to leave the Mazda family. Road Test: 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Plug-in Hybrid. Road Test: 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Honda CR-V. Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid.

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Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Clean 62

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 1, 2022

It is rare when we post a review of a car that is only available in one of the 50 United States, but such is the case with the 2022 Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV), which is only sold in California. The interior has top-level Toyota design elements found on their other cars, trucks and SUVs.

Toyota 82

Toyota Hydrogen Lexus Gasoline-Electric 82

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 25, 2023

Offered in both a sedan and hatchback, if a car company needed to have just one four-door non-SUV, then they couldn’t do much better than the Mazda3. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels.

Mazda 66

Mazda MPG Clean Cleaning 66

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 24, 2022

All models have SUV utility. News: Honda Prologue EV. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels. Powering-up. RWD: Standard Range. 220 miles driving range. Single 125 kW electric motor. 168 horsepower.

Hyundai 88

Hyundai Lithium Ion All-Electric Light 88

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 23, 2021

From largest to smallest it goes Palisade, Santa Fe/Santa Fe Hybrid, Tucson/Tucson PHEV, Nexo FCEV, Kona/Kona EV and Venue. The plastic body cladding, which is usually reserved for serious off road all-wheel drive crossovers and SUVs, was used on the Venue for decoration. Road Test: 2020 Honda HR-V. Driving Experience: Interior.

Hyundai 52

Hyundai Fuel Economy MPG Economy 52

Green Cars News

OCTOBER 27, 2009

Toyota: When the Toyota Prius originally went on sale in 1997, it was the world’s first mass-produced hybrid car, meaning the Japanese automaker effectively stole a march on its rivals. It has pushed several hybrid cars in the USA including the Camry Hybrid and Highlander Hybrid, and a number of luxury hybrid vehicles through its Lexus brand.

Green Cars 48

Green Cars Green Civic Hybrid 2003 48