Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

Photos by John Faulkner and Kia. The 2021 Kia Niro PHEV is one of three electrified Niro models to choose from, alongside a hybrid and a pure battery electric version. Eco is the default setting where you want to be for the best fuel economy in the hybrid system, and the EV mode is good for up to 26 all-electric miles.

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PHEV Kia Plug-in Fuel Economy 94

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Kia is out of the minivan business and is shaking up things with the all-new 2022 Carnival. So why do Kia, Honda, Toyota and Chrysler continue to make these boxy people movers? For Kia, it meant replacing its light-selling Sedona minivan with the attractive 2022 Carnival. Goodbye To the Minivan. Drivetrain.

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Kia Minivan Fuel Economy MPG 73

The Truth About Cars

JUNE 5, 2023

You might remember that when yours truly flew to California last year to drive the 2023 Kia Sportage, I didn’t get to spend more than five minutes in the hybrid version. The Kia delivers here, too, thanks to a comfy cabin that blends functionality and design nicely. All at a reasonable price.

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Kia Price Hybrid Juice 79

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

Smooth, Quiet and 50+ MPG. Normal and Smart will give the best fuel economy Through the touchscreen you can configure a Custom setting. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 45 mpg city/51 highway/47 combined, numbers that make Clean Fleet Report smile, as we are happy to drive a car that is a serious fuel sipper.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 83

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

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. mpg, but in a 99-mile highway run at 65 mph, we averaged 34.3

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 81

Green Car Congress

JUNE 11, 2014

In an event combining a first-customer ceremony and a media drive, Tustin (California) Hyundai’s Dealer Principal, John Patterson, handed over the keys to Hyundai’s first mass-produced Tucson Fuel Cell crossover ( earlier post ) to Timothy Bush, the first Hyundai Fuel Cell customer, with Hyundai executives in attendance. Click to enlarge.

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Tucson Hyundai Fuel Hydrogen 351

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Great style, drives equally as well as it looks, and gets more than 37 mpg. Hyundai’s first-ever hybrid SUV, the all-new 2022 Tucson Hybrid, delivers great fuel economy and seats five while hauling all their stuff, too. This system is designed to maximize both fuel economy and traction depending on the road conditions.

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Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 76

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2016

l/100 km), if achieved exclusively through fuel economy improvements. Emissions standards going forward were to be based on a data-driven and objective review in which the EPA, the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are aligned every step of the way.

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EPA Standards Global Fuel Economy 150

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 23, 2021

Honda bumps up mpg & power. turbo at 31 mpg city/38 highway/34 combined. In 205 miles driving through Southern California, we averaged 36.6 mpg combined, with a 90-mile all-freeway run, using the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, the average bumped up to 40.8 50+ MPG and good handling, too.

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Honda MPG Fuel Economy Economy 85

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

The EPA rates the fuel economy at 19 city/24 highway/21 combined. In 297 miles of mostly freeway driving through Southern California we averaged 22.1 mpg, but did a bit better on a 207-mile freeway run with the smart cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 25.1 Road Test: 2021 Kia Telluride. Road Test: 2020 Kia Telluride.

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Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV Fleet 105

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

With a new design and built on a new platform, the 2023 Honda HR-V continues to be a good value with a roomy interior and 30+ mpg. Running on 87 octane, the EPA rates the HR-V AWD at 25 mpg city/30 highway/27 combined. If opting for the front-wheel drive HR-V, the fuel economy numbers are 26/32/28.

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Honda MPG Fuel Economy 2020 78

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The 40+ MPG Low-Cost Transportation King. The front wheels are turned by the optional Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) delivering an EPA mpg rating of 36 city/43 highway/39 combined. In 157 miles combined highway and city driving through Southern California, our CVT-equipped Mirage SE hatchback averaged 42.2

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Mitsubishi MPG Fuel Economy Clean 52

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

The Environmental Protection Agency, EPA , rates fuel economy at 40 highway when running in gasoline mode only. Clean Fleet Report ran a few test loops to get a feel for real world fuel economy and electric range. The full EVs as just starting to arrive (like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 ). Road Test: 2018 Kia Sportage.

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 91

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

EPA fuel economy numbers for the 1.5L are 25 mpg city/28 highway/ 26 combined. In 320 miles driving through Southern California we averaged 27.1 Our takeaway is when the Bronco Sport is loaded with a two adults and all their gear, 30 mpg will be realistic on the highway. Road Test: 2021 Kia Seltos.

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Ford Jeep MPG Fuel Economy 65

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

liter V6, the 4Motion permanent all-wheel drive system and an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission, the EPA rates the fuel economy at 17 mpg city/23 highway/19 combined. The fuel economy is marginally better if you were to opt for the base Atlas Cross Sport with the turbocharged 2.0-liter Road Test: 2021 Kia Telluride.

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MPG SUV Fuel Economy Light 83

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

Gets more than 50 mpg. Smart mode will give you the best fuel economy while compromising slightly on performance. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 45 mpg city/51 highway/47 combined: numbers that make Clean Fleet Report smile as we are happy to drive a car that is a serious fuel sipper. Great style.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 71

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 5, 2023

After spending a fun week tooling around Southern California in the BRZ, there isn’t any argument coming from us. The BRZ is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined mpg. In our week driving through Southern California we averaged 24.7 Flash Drive: 2023 Kia EV6 GT. Road Test: 2022 Subaru BRZ Limited.

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MPG Clean Cleaning Miles 85

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2022

Going for the MPG. Annette : We live in South Orange County, California. M & A: We considered the Kia Niro, Mini Cooper Countryman and Hyundai Ioniq plug-in hybrids. Memories fade over time, but the day you buy your first electric vehicle will stay with you, maybe forever. Happy with their choice.

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Prius Toyota Plug-in Clean 81

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 31, 2023

News: 2024 Mazda CX-90 An All-New Three-Row SUV Mazda brought the automotive media to Malibu, California, this week to reveal the all-new 2024 CX-90 three-row, eight-passenger SUV. Mazda did not release fuel economy estimates, how fast the plug-in battery charges, or the all-electric driving range for the PHEV.

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Mazda Plug-in Fuel Economy SUV 90

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2023

Toyota invited the automotive media to Carlsbad, California, in late March for the first drives of what turns-out to be a significantly improved Prius Prime. Driving Range and Charging The two Prius Prime models differ in their EPA rated fuel economy depending on which tires they are wearing. The aerodynamic design has a 0.27

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Prius PHEV Toyota Plug-in 87

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Autobahn roaming Southern California. Fuel economy estimates by the EPA are 26 city/36 highway/30 combined. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience. With an eye to fuel economy and aerodynamics, the 0.27 In 412 miles, we averaged 30.1

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MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 72

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 3, 2023

Fuel economy is EPA rated at 24 mpg city, 28 highway, 25 combined. The mild hybrid system consists of a 48-volt electrical system that allows the engine to shut off when not needed, increasing fuel economy. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.

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Mazda PHEV San Francisco Plug-in 90

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 22, 2021

The EPA rates the CX-9 AWD at 20 mpg city/26 highway/23 combined. In 235 miles driving through Southern California, we averaged 24.1 This is respectable fuel economy for an AWD, 4,400-pound, six-passenger crossover. The tires provided good grip when pushed hard on sunny and dry Southern California roads.

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Mazda MPG Fuel Economy SUV 52

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro SX Touring Plug-in Hybrid The Perfect Marriage: 33 All-Electric Miles+A Miserly Hybri d Love your gasoline internal combustion engine and don’t want to jump into a battery electric vehicle quite yet? So learning exactly how much pressure to apply to the accelerator can make a difference in fuel economy.

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Kia Plug-in Plug Hybrid 73

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 30, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro EV Wave Compact Crossover Gets More Range and A New Look Kia isn’t taking any chances when it comes to being a leader in electrified cars and SUVs. With a steady schedule of releasing new EVs as part of its Plan S , Kia has completely redesigned the 2023 Niro EV even though it is only three years old.

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Kia Miles Tax Credit Charging 84

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 19, 2021

The EPA rates the Buick Envision FWD at 24 mpg city/31 highway/26 combined miles per gallon. In our real-world experience, driving 251 miles through Southern California, we averaged 28.6 mpg average. To aid in fuel economy the Envision has the automatic stop/start feature where the engine shuts off when coming to a stop.

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Buick MPG Fuel Economy Clean 52

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

A Taste of 10 Different Cars Along the California Coast. The event was held in last week in Half Moon Bay, California. Kia Carnival SX Prestige. Kia K5 GT 2.5T. 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.

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Lexus Mercedes Volvo Clean 96

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The EPA rates fuel economy, when using the hybrid gasoline-only engine at 30 miles per gallon. In 464 miles driving through Southern California, Clean Fleet Report achieved a combined 38.8 mpg, with a breakdown of 174 all-electric and 290 hybrid miles. This is excellent fuel economy for a 5,010-pound nicely styled shoe box.

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Chrysler Plug-in Plug Hybrid 79

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

Theta II GDI, its first Gasoline Direct Injection engine before an audience of engineers attending the Ninth Annual Hyundai-Kia International Powertrain Conference in Korea. Another major engineering challenge was to reduce internal friction to attain better fuel economy. Click to enlarge. Hyundai Motor Company unveiled the 2.4

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Hyundai Gasoline Engine Production 210

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The hybrid powertrain The Environmental Protection Agency rates the all-electric range (AER) at 37 miles and fuel economy at 40 mpg highway and combined when running in gasoline-only mode. Clean Fleet Report spent a week driving in Southern California for a total of 179 miles, averaging 48.2

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Escape PHEV Ford Gasoline-Electric 81

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Plug-ins are trending in key markets around the country, although much of the action remains focused in California and other West Coast states. Kia/Hyundai/Genesis – Coming on Strong. Kia had its Soul EV on the market and made its presence known, then added the Niro EV (and PHEV & Hybrid), but now is adding the EV6 crossover.

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Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electric 105

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 6, 2021

Clean Fleet Report recently put about 100 miles on a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL Touring, spending most of our brief seat time on Southern California freeways. The EPA rates fuel economy at 24 mpg city/30 highway/26 combined. Road Test: 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid. Updated in so many ways. Story by John Faulkner.

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Mitsubishi Fuel Economy MPG Clean 52

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

The Environmental Protection Agency rates fuel economy at 30 mpg highway and combined in hybrid mode, with an impressive 84 MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent) that measures the pure electric mode. In 289 miles driving through Southern California Clean Fleet Report achieved a combined 38.8 mpg based on the dashboard computer.

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Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid Plug 93

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2014

More mainstream models will come from Kia, Mahindra, Škoda, and Volkswagen. Automakers will push for changes in the California ZEV mandates. California’s zero emission vehicle (ZEV) regulations require volume automakers to sell a minimum number of PEVs each year in the state.

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2014 Global Sale Motorcycles 346

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

Case-in-point is the all-new GV60 EV, which followed its cousins, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 (2020), and the Kia EV6 ( 2021). After driving 246 miles through Southern California counties of Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego, we had 30 miles of range remaining on the dash gauge. Kia EV6 GT. & So Genesis, you did a great job.

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All-Electric Miles Clean Cleaning 106

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. Currently only available in California, the VF 8 also will be introduced in British Columbia, Toronto and Montreal. If you live in California, find a local dealer here and check them out.

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San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 96

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Kia unveiled three major hybrid offerings at the Chicago Auto Show: the 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle; the new Optima Hybrid; and the new Optima Plug-in Hybrid. Because the high-voltage battery is both power and energy dense, engineers were able to use the downsized gasoline engine to maximize fuel economy and reduce emissions.

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Hybrid Chicago Plug-in Kia 150