Remove California Remove MPG Remove PHEV Remove Volt
article thumbnail

Road Test: Ford 2023 Escape PHEV

Clean Fleet Report

The Natural Bridge to an EV Escaping the High Price of Fuel The natural bridge from a gasoline-powered car to an electric vehicle is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). The 2023 Ford Escape PHEV compact SUV is a fine example of not only being efficient but also versatile. miles per gallon combined gasoline and electricity.

Escape 81
article thumbnail

Personal: One in a Million

Clean Fleet Report

And I’m one those million since they’re counting plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) as well as full battery electrics. I think that’s fair since on a good day my 3 ½-year-old Chevrolet Volt has a 61-mile all-electric range, roughly comparable to a used Nissan Leaf or Fiat 500e. Toyota Prius Prime PHEV – 14,275. Behind the Numbers.

article thumbnail

Road Test: 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Plus Plug-In Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

seconds MPG: 21 city/29 highway/24 combined Small displacement, but dual power R/T Plus – Plug-in-Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) 1.3-liter, seconds MPG: 21 city/29 highway/24 combined Small displacement, but dual power R/T Plus – Plug-in-Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) 1.3-liter, kWh battery is by plugging in.

Dodge 66
article thumbnail

Flash Drive: 2024 Mazda CX-90

Clean Fleet Report

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. The 48-volt mild-hybrid system with both 3.3L Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV): 2.5-liter Turbo: A mild hybrid 3.3-liter

Mazda 90
article thumbnail

2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime PHEV: 42 mile EV range/600 total miles! A smash hit!

Current EV

Its 42-mile EV range, its 600-mile total range and relatively low price tag have made the PHEV an instant smash hit. At the moment, only a handful are available at California dealerships. The obvious next step after creating a popular RAV4 PHEV would be stepping up to an all-electric version. Demand is intense. Time will tell.

Miles 52
article thumbnail

First Timer: 2021 Toyota Prius Prime

Clean Fleet Report

Going for the MPG. A First Timer for Clean Fleet Report is someone who purchased their first EV, PHEV or FCEV. Annette : We live in South Orange County, California. M & A: We use the common 120-volt wall outlet at home, and haven’t used a public charger yet. Happy with their choice. Do you have a home charger?

Prius 81
article thumbnail

Third Phase of SDGE In-Use Study Shows PHEVs Excel on Fuel Economy and GHG Emissions Reductions Compared to Gasoline ICE and Hybrid-Electric Vehicles

Green Car Congress

One of SDG&E’s converted PHEVs. When compared with the standard hybrid, the plug-in hybrid, at 68 mpg US (3.5 When compared with a conventional gasoline-fueled vehicle that averages 22 mpg US, the plug-in hybrid achieved a 68% reduction in tailpipe emissions and a 54% reduction in overall fuel costs. Click to enlarge.