Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 3, 2010

A new economic analysis in an issue brief from the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) is recommending that the Obama Administration set a fleet-wide car and light truck fuel economy standard of 60 mpg (3.92 The economic analysis shows that going to 38 mpg (6.19 The economic analysis shows that going to 38 mpg (6.19

MPG 225

MPG Standards America Fuel Economy 225

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 24, 2011

The US Department of Transportation (DOT), the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the state of California have announced a single timeframe for proposing fuel economy and greenhouse gas standards for model year 2017-2025 cars and light-duty trucks. mpg US (6.9 The EPA standard would be equivalent to 35.5 mpg US (6.6

Fuel Economy 170

Fuel Economy EPA 2017 Economy 170

Green Car Congress

MAY 19, 2009

mpg in 2016 (39 mpg for cars, 30 mpg for trucks), or approximately 250 grams CO 2 /mile. The CAFE program established by the EISA 2007 legislation specified a minimum 35 mpg in 2020. EPA expects to propose a national CO 2 vehicle emissions standard under section 202 (a) of the Clean Air Act.

2016 150

2016 Obama Standards MPG 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 27, 2010

Executive branch agencies, like EPA, carry out the laws passed by Congress. When Congress passed the Clean Air Act, it never gave EPA the explicit authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions for the purpose of stopping global climate change. But, that is exactly what EPA has proposed to do. —Congressman Skelton.

EPA 191

EPA Congress Climate Change Automobile Manufacturer 191

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. One of the challenges Clean Fleet Report takes seriously is to test the EPA fuel economy ratings for the cars, crossovers and trucks we review, knowing efficiency is a top priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. You had me at 46 MPG. Adding electric miles.

Kia 91

Kia Plug-in Plug Hybrid 91

Green Car Congress

JUNE 11, 2009

For drive cycles, the Argonne team used the Kansas City data collected in 2005 by the US EPA, which instrumented more than 100 drivers and collected their driving statistics for one day. The largest discrepancies are found with medium distances of 15-25 miles; these drive cycles are characterized by both low and large power demands.

PHEV 150

PHEV Cost Of MPG Kansas City 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 7, 2009

The Toyota Highlander Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle – Advanced (FCHV-adv) ( earlier post ) achieved an estimated range of 431 miles on a single full tank of compressed hydrogen gas, and an average fuel economy of 68.3 miles/kg (approximate mpg equivalent) during a day-long trip down the southern California coast.

Toyota 231

Toyota Miles San Diego Hybrid 231

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2022

Fuel Economy: 25 mpg city/32 highway/28 combined. EPA Fuel Economy: 23 mpg city/28 highway/25 combined. EPA Fuel Economy: Up to 42 mpg city/44 hwy/43 combined (FWD). EPA Fuel Economy: TBD, should be similar to hybrid; 32-mile all-electric range. Battery 10 years/100,000 miles *Hybrid model only*.

Kia 84

Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 84

Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2011

On a single tank of fuel, DFCO technology contributes more than 17 miles of the overall range on the Cruze Eco model and more than 11 miles of range on the non-Eco Cruze models. turbo and six-speed automatic transmission will get 2 mpg better fuel economy. The Cruze is packed with fuel-saving technologies.

Fuel Economy 186

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel GM 186

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

The EPA rates fuel economy for the 2022 Lexus ES 300h at 43 mpg city/44 highway/44 combined mpg. Running on regular unleaded, our Southern California road tripping covered 499 miles, with the majority on highways and traveling no faster than 70 mph. 70-mile run at 45 mph: 58.6 90-mile run at 65 mph: 48.7

Lexus 82

Lexus Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 82

Baua Electric

JANUARY 20, 2024

Efficiency-focused Elantra Hybrid Blue models retain the 54-mpg combined EPA rating. These front-wheel-drive vans have a 110-kwh battery pack good for up to 162 miles of range and, with their focus on last-mile delivery fleets and work-van upfits, will rival the Rivian EDV, Mercedes eSprinter, and Ford E-Transit.

Affordable 96

Affordable Honda Hyundai Toyota 96

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The 2023 UX 250h runs on 87 octane and is EPA rated at 43 mpg city/41 highway/42 combined. In the 210 miles we put on the CUV, averaging 65 miles per hour traversing Southern California highways, we had an average of 41.5 Our road tests are based on this one-week drive of a new vehicle.

Lexus 77

Lexus Nickel Metal Hydride MPG Clean 77

Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2012

mpg US (5.87 The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed GHG standards, which are harmonized with NHTSA’s CAFE standards, are projected to require 163 grams/mile of CO 2 ) in model year 2025. The 163 g/mile limit would be equivalent to 54.5 L/100km) in model year 2021, and 49.6 L/100km) in model year 2025.

Fuel Economy 247

Fuel Economy 2017 Price Economy 247

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2022

The EPA has rated the Blazer AWD 3.6L fuel economy at 19 mpg city/26 highway/21 combined, with one mile more on the highway for the FWD model. Over 311 miles of city street and freeway driving, we averaged 23.7 The key to nudging close to that magic 30 mpg number, is setting the adaptive cruise control and letting it be.

Chevrolet 87

Chevrolet MPG SUV Fuel Economy 87

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. In 371 miles we averaged 28.6 mpg, but in a 99-mile highway run at 65 mph, we averaged 34.3 On another 87-mile run we hit an impressive 39.2 On another 87-mile run we hit an impressive 39.2

Fuel Economy 81

Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 81

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 28, 2023

torque EPA Estimated Fuel Economy: 22 mpg city/33 highway/26 combined (Note: Official numbers TBD) Base tires: 255/40 summer tires. Fuel Economy Initial EPA estimates rate the EcoBoost at 22 mpg city/33 highway/26 combined, while the GT V8 is 14 city/23 highway/17 combined. wait a minute!

Ford 88

Ford Fuel Economy Convert MPG 88

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

An Extreme Real World EV Driving (Charging) Test True Long Range: 1,796 Miles and Four States in a 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Ford presented a great opportunity to test the long-range suitability of the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E when I received an invitation to attend the Ford Bronco Off-Roadeo program in Moab, Utah. miles per kWh.

Las Vegas 84

Las Vegas Charging Utah Miles 84

Green Car Congress

JULY 11, 2017

Diesel vehicles have had a rough time penetrating the US light-duty vehicle market, reflecting outdated negative perceptions, higher fuel prices for diesel than for gasoline, the cost of complying with stringent US emission standards, and rapidly improving gasoline engines. miles per gallon in model year 2016, and 49.1

Diesel 186

Diesel Light Fuel Economy 2017 186

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

The Environmental Protection Agency, EPA , rates fuel economy at 40 highway when running in gasoline mode only. That number jumps to 105 MPGe, or miles per gallon equivalent, when combining electricity and gasoline. With a plug-in option the Escape can drive all-electric (for more than 40 miles we found). 72 miles, with 35.3

Escape 91

Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 91

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 6, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid How Does 53+ MPG Sound? Head of the hybrid MPG class Hybrid Efficiency Efficient, but not quick The 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid running on 87 octane is the class leader in fuel economy. seconds in a few 0-60 miles per hour runs, which is not quick. This is our in-depth look at the hybrid model.

Kia 89

Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 89

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2021

This combination delivers EPA fuel economy numbers of 33 mpg city/41 highway/36 combined. In 180 miles driving through Southern California we averaged a combined 37.7 As a test, part of those miles were driven with the cruise control set at 65 mph where we averaged 44 mpg, and at 60 mph resulting in 51.4

Kia 72

Kia Fuel Economy MPG Economy 72

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

Smooth, Quiet and 50+ MPG. 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. During our week in the Sonata Hybrid, we drove 345 miles through Southern California, averaging 49.3

Hyundai 83

Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 83

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 15, 2024

As an automotive journalist I do this frequently with the cars I am reviewing as I like to hear real world experiences from people who have put on thousands of miles under different driving and road conditions. The EPA has rated the 2024 Maverick Hybrid fuel economy at 42 mpg city/33 highway and 37 combined.

Ford 50

Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 50

Green Car Congress

JUNE 14, 2011

Plug-in hybrids dominate market penetration in 2025 under CAR scenario IV (62 mpg CAFE standard). the EPA/NHTSA Technical Assessment Report for the upcoming CAFE regulations: 47, 51, 56 and 62 mpg. least-cost) technology mix for each scenario. The 47 mpg target is equivalent to a 70.9% 51 mpg, by the year 2025.

Fuel Economy 199

Fuel Economy Economy Auto Industry Standards 199

Baua Electric

APRIL 20, 2024

Available all-wheel drive, its ratings of up to 51 mpg combined, and a comfortable, spacious interior make it one of the most appealing Camry sedans yet. 2025 Maserati GranCabrio Folgore The 2024 Lucid Air Grand Touring is now being delivered, and once again it hits a 516-mile EPA range—the best of any EV.

Camry Hybrid 52

Camry Hybrid Highlander Prius Hybrid 52

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 1, 2023

Running on premium, the EPA rates fuel economy at 17 mpg city/24/highway/20 combined. In 217 miles driving mostly on Southern California freeways, we averaged 25.3 miles per gallon, with a high of 30 mpg over a 40-mile stretch with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 miles per hour.

Fuel Economy 86

Fuel Economy MPG Lexus Miles 86

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 5, 2022

The EV6 has an EPA range of up to 310 miles and quick charging rates due to its cutting edge 800-volt architecture. RWD EV6s deliver the best range, and AWD EV6s provide the best all-weather traction and best performance at a small penalty in range with an EPA range of 310 for the RWD vs. 274 miles for the AWD version.

Kia 103

Kia Wind EPA All-Electric 103

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

The EPA rates fuel economy at 31 mpg city/28 highway/30 combined. In 380 miles of mixed driving through Southern California, Clean Fleet Report achieved an average of 31.2 The RX 450h tips the scales at 4,740 pounds, so topping the EPA estimate in a freeway-oriented driving environment is an achievement.

Lexus 94

Lexus Fuel Economy Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 94

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Great style, drives equally as well as it looks, and gets more than 37 mpg. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 37 mpg city/36 highway/37 combined. During our week in the Tucson Hybrid AWD we drove 463 miles through Southern California, averaging 38.1 On an 85-mile all-freeway run, we averaged 41.9 Need we go on?

Tucson 76

Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 76

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 23, 2021

The EPA has rated the EcoBoost 2.3L high-performance at 20 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined. In 240 miles driving around Southern California we averaged 23 mpg, but in a 100-mile run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we averaged 31.2 mpg, exceeding the EPA figure.

Ford 86

Ford MPG Fuel Economy Shelby 86

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 30, 2022

mpg on combined highway and in-town driving through Southern California. The EPA has rated the Maverick Hybrid’s fuel economy at 42 mpg city/33 highway and 37 combined. In 225 miles driving through Southern California we averaged 45.4 Fuel Economy King in a Not-So-Small Pickup. A smaller, but not small pickup.

Ford 88

Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 88

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2023

Fuel economy estimates by the EPA are 23 mpg city/32 highway/27 combined. In 265 miles we averaged 29.8 But in two 110-mile highway runs at 65 mph, we averaged 33.4 Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [

MPG 84

MPG Clean Cleaning Fleet 84

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 23, 2021

Honda bumps up mpg & power. Running on 87 octane, the EPA rates the Civic 1.5L 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

Honda 86

Honda MPG Fuel Economy Economy 86

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 11, 2022

All-New Updated Styling+Higher MPG and Longer Range. The Niro hybrid has an EPA estimated fuel economy of between 49 and 53 miles per gallon, depending if equipped with 16-inch or 18-inch wheels, delivering a driving range of up to 588 miles. seconds in a few 0-60 mile per hour runs. Running on 87 octane, the 1.6-liter

Kia 92

Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy 2017 92

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The 40+ MPG Low-Cost Transportation King. The right reasons to own a 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage, either the hatchback or sedan, are very clear: economical, reliable transportation with a low entry cost to ownership. mpg, which is a nice bump over the EPA Combined estimate of 39 mpg. Your numbers may differ.

Mitsubishi 52

Mitsubishi MPG Fuel Economy Clean 52

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 16, 2022

This two row SUV has all the on-road ride comfort expected from a Grand Cherokee with the ability go up-to 25 miles on electricity. The system, with a total of 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, is EPA city and highway combined rated at 23 mpg with the gasoline engine only. mpg with 20.5 But on a 38.7-mile

Jeep 82

Jeep PHEV Gasoline-Electric Plug-in 82

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 5, 2023

The BRZ is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined mpg. mpg, which we thought was great considering how much fun we had whipping through the gears while seeking out every twisty road we could find. But let’s get real here, who will be buying the BRZ to squeeze miles from every tank of fuel? Just drive.

MPG 85

MPG Clean Cleaning Miles 85