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Kelley Blue Book: average new-vehicle prices in US up 5.4% in May y-o-y; average EV price down 10.8%

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The estimated average transaction price for a light vehicle in the United States was $41,263 in May 2021, according to the analysts at Kelley Blue Book. Standard full-size SUVs and pickup trucks contributed to the growth among non-luxury segments. Compact SUV/Crossover. Full-size SUV/Crossover. Mid-size SUV/Crossover.

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Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance hybrid SUV deliveries commence in India

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litre hybrid motor with 247 bhp on offer Lexus has commenced deliveries of the fifth-generation RX 500h F Sport Performance in India. The Lexus RX 500h was first showcased in India at the 2023 Auto Expo last January and order books for the luxury hybrid SUV were opened at the same time.

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Jeep Renegade 4xe, Compass 4xe PHEV order books open in Europe

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Jeep is taking orders in Europe for the Renegade 4xe and Compass 4xe plug-in hybrids ( earlier post )—the first electrified Jeep models in the EMEA Region. The world première of the pioneering electrified Jeep SUVs took place during the 2019 Geneva International Motor Show. Earlier post.)

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Toyota’s upcoming 4Runner SUV will get a roll-down rear window, debut soon

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The upcoming 4Runner will get an electrically operable roll-down rear window and the new teaser demonstrates the new feature as one of the key highlights of the SUV. The SUV is about the same size as the Land Cruiser Prado but will be more utilitarian in its appeal. Engine options expected include a 2.4-litre

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Mercedes-Benz introducing A- and B-Class plug-in hybrid models

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Benz Cars is introducing plug-in hybrids under the EQ Power label in the A- and B-Class. These new models, equipped with third-generation hybrid drive, include the A 250 e (combined fuel consumption 1.5-1.4 This means that the compact plug-in hybrids can be charged at a 7.4 l/100 km (156.7-167.9 l/100 km (146.9-167.9

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Toyota HyRyder, HyCross waiting periods reduce. Check how long you need to wait

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Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder SUV and Innova HyCross MPV come with the longest waiting period across models in the carmaker’s India lineup. The HyRyder SUV and the HyCross MPV are two of the flagship models from Toyota Motor which are offered in both petrol and strong hybrid versions.

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SUVs to contribute 65% of Hyundai Motor India’s volumes in CY24 | Autocar Professional

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Hyundai Motor India, which introduced the refreshed version of its best-selling mid-size SUV – Creta – in New Delhi today, at introductory prices ranging from Rs 10.99 lakh, ex-showroom, aims to grow SUV contribution in its total volumes in CY24. lakh to Rs 19.99 percent in CY22, and over 24 percent in CY21.

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