Economy, EPA, Hyundai and MPH

Consumer Reports testing finds many small turbo engines underperforming; fuel economy, acceleration no better than in larger conventional powertrains

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Consumer Reports’ own fuel economy tests of vehicles equipped with small turbocharged engines has found in many cases that the turbocharged cars tested by CR have slower acceleration and no better fuel economy than the models with larger conventional engines, the organization said. l/100 km) figures—i.e., Earlier post.).

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Hyundai introduces hybrid version of new Sonata; 10% improvement in fuel economy over predecessor

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2015

Hyundai introduced the Hybrid version of the seventh-generation Sonata at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Hyundai expects the 2016 Sonata Hybrid to improve fuel economy more than 10%. Sonata Hybrid will be built at Hyundai’s Asan, South Korea assembly plant and will go on sale early this summer.

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Fuel Economy Economy Hyundai Hybrid

Consumer Reports tests show EV range can fall far short of claims due to outside temperature

Green Car Congress

JULY 29, 2023

Over the past year, Consumer Reports (CR) sought to answer the question of the effect of temperature on electric vehicle range by conducting seasonal testing on popular new all-wheel-drive EVs: the Ford Mustang Mach-E extended range, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Tesla Model Y Long Range, and Volkswagen ID.4 4 exceeded their EPA rating on the warm day.

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Range EPA Miles Ford

Updated Volkswagen 2017 e-Golf EPA-rated at 125 miles, 119 MPGe combined; pricing to come

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

In the US, Volkswagen’s updated 2017 e-Golf now carries an an EPA-estimated range of 125 miles—a 50% increase over the previous model year. The 2017 e-Golf runs zero to 60 mph faster than its predecessor—now in 9.6 seconds—and its top speed increases to 93 mph.

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2017 EPA Miles San Diego

Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited. While the looks are what catches the eye in the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited, it is the efficiency that raises an eyebrow. Hyundai has electrification figured out, with the Sonata Hybrid reaping the benefits in what may be the best hybrid sedan you can buy. A little fin help.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG

Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

Photos by John Faulkner and Hyundai. Hyundai debuted the Palisade in 2020 to nearly unanimous reviews and praise for its design, features and value. Now in year two, the 2021 Hyundai Palisade continues to be one of the best three-row midsize SUVs. Clean Fleet Report drove the 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD with the 3.8-liter

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Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV Fleet

Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

Take the Hyundai Tucson compact crossover, replace the rear section with a truck bed, and voilà…the Hyundai Santa Cruz is born! But as with most things that seem simple on the surface, going from a crossover body to pickup body is a bit more complex, not the least of which is who Hyundai thinks will be buying the Santa Cruz.

Hyundai

Hyundai MPG Clean Cleaning

GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

Green Car Congress

MARCH 25, 2015

Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 EGHR improves engine warm up and assures consistent fuel economy performance in cold weather. engine with start/stop. An 80-cell, 1.5

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Fuel Economy Malibu Hybrid MPG Volt

Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

Now in its second year, the 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid sets the bar high for five-passenger sedans. Hyundai can rightly claim the Sonata Hyundai Hybrid looks like no other sedan, highlighted by a distinctive LED headlight design, which is edged by a very unique and compelling daylight running light strip. Gets more than 50 mpg.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG

Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Hyundai unveiled the redesigned 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at the Chicago Auto Show. Sonata Hybrid’s Transmission-Mounted Electrical Device (TMED) delivers the same responsive, engaging driving characteristics Sonata owners expect while improving fuel economy through the use of a larger electric motor.

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Plug-in Chicago 2018 Hybrid

2012 Chevy Sonic with 1.4L Turbo delivers 40 mpg on highway

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 16, 2011

turbo delivers an EPA-estimated 40 mpg US (5.9 L/100km) on the highway with a six-speed manual transmission and city fuel economy of 29 mpg (8.1 The Accent is EPA rated at 30 mpg city and 40 on the highway). turbo Sonic can reach 60 mph in 8.2 manual delivers fuel economy of 26 mpg city (9.0 L/100km) combined.

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MPG 2012 Fuel Economy Chevrolet

2024 Toyota C-HR Debuts Elsewhere: Does Our Market Care?

The Truth About Cars

JUNE 26, 2023

But the combination failed to see the crossover reach 60 mph in under 11 seconds. Still, none of the above ended up being a trade-off for improved utility or sublime fuel economy. Meanwhile, customers were getting the kind of fuel economy one would expect from a modern performance sedan. Models equipped with the base 1.8-liter

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Toyota Market MPH Fuel Economy

Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage

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. Front-Wheel Drive (FWD). 8-speed automatic transmission.

Kia

Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid

Road Test: 2022 Kia Rio S 5-door Hatchback

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2021

Excellent fuel economy, nice styling, low price and an excellent warranty. This combination delivers EPA fuel economy numbers of 33 mpg city/41 highway/36 combined. Kia’s iVT is a continuously variable transmission with intelligence that adapts shifts for improved performance and fuel economy. Low-cost but not cheap.

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Economy

Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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. Note: The Escape PHEV is rated by the EPA to have 37 miles of all-electric driving range. 72 miles, with 35.3

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in

Flash Drive: 2024 Hyundai Kona

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Flash Drive: 2024 Hyundai Kona All-New Small SUV Gas for now; electric is coming soon The all-new 2024 Hyundai Kona is currently offered in four trim levels with the choice of two gasoline-powered engines and, in early 2024, an all-electric version will arrive. The Kona Limited and N-Line have a 1.6-liter Rear cargo space is 25.5

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Hyundai Gasoline-Electric Fuel Economy Gasoline

Flash Drive: 2023 VinFast VF 8

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

Eco Two models to kcik things off Dual 150 kW motors producing 348 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque AWD 82 kWh battery 124 mph maximum top speed 6.5 seconds: 0-60 mph 191 mile driving range. ( EPA measurement) Battery and Charging The VF 8 is charged through a plug-in port offering three charging speeds.

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Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 2.0T Autobahn

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

seconds from 50-70 mph. Fuel economy estimates by the EPA are 26 city/36 highway/30 combined. But in two 150-mile highway runs with the cruise control set at 65 mph and in the Eco or Normal drive mode, we averaged an impressive 38.9 With an eye to fuel economy and aerodynamics, the 0.27 seconds with 4.2

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MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning

Volkswagen prices 2017 e-Golf starting at $30,495; longer range, better fuel economy, more power

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

The revised battery helps increase the vehicle’s range from an EPA-estimated total range of 83 miles to 125 miles on a single charge. Improved battery chemistry also helps improve the overall fuel economy of the 2017 e-Golf. The 2017 e-Golf runs zero to 60 mph faster than its predecessor—now in just 9.6 kWh, up from 24.2

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Fuel Economy 2017 Economy Range

Road Test: 2023 Honda HR-V EX-L AWD

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

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. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific, and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer.

Honda

Honda MPG Fuel Economy 2020

Road Test: 2022 Kia K5 GT 2.5L

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

There are four driver-selectable drive modes of Normal, Custom, Sport and Sport+ that adjust the engine, steering and transmission responses to maximize fuel economy or performance. The EPA rates the 2022 K5 GT 2.5L But over a 240-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we averaged an impressive 37.5

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Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean

Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid XSE

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 18, 2021

A spacious interior with a smooth comfortable ride, high fuel economy (we broke 50 mpg!), The undetectable and seamless transitions give the Camry Hybrid XSE EPA-rated fuel economy of 44 mpg city/47 highway with a combined of 46 mpg. Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata. A sleeker, more slippery Camry Hybrid. Hybrid Efficiency.

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Camry Hybrid Toyota Hybrid MPG

Road Test: 2022 Honda Civic Sedan 1.5T Touring

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 23, 2021

Running on 87 octane, the EPA rates the Civic 1.5L 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 Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience. Honda bumps up mpg & power.

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Honda MPG Fuel Economy Economy

Road Test: 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport V6 SEL Premium R-Line

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 Outfitted with a 3.6-liter

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Road Test: 2023 Genesis GV60 EV

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). EPA at 235 miles. We turned very fun 0-60 mph times of about 3.7 The rest of the Hyundai Group compact crossover EV family: Hyundai Ioniq 5. So Genesis, you did a great job. The magic button.

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All-Electric Miles Clean Cleaning

Hyundai prices 2018 Ioniq PHEV starting at $24,950; 29 miles all-electric range

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 1, 2018

Nevertheless, at its price point, and with its functionality, the Hyundai Ioniq plug-in hybrid is a solid option for an environmentally responsible, quality, cost-conscious car that can eradicate range-anxiety issues. EPA combined fuel economy. kWh lithium-ion polymer battery. The PHEV has a 3.3 Ioniq Hybrid (Blue).

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PHEV 2018 All-Electric Hyundai

Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5T AWD

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

The midsize Santa Fe has been one of Hyundai’s best-selling SUVs, so when it was time for some updates they weren’t going to just make it prettier, but also better to keep ahead of the pack. Clean Fleet Report drove the all-wheel drive 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy with the turbocharged 2.5-liter Propulsion Options.

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Hyundai MPG Clean Cleaning

Road Test: 2021 Genesis GV80 2.5T RWD Prestige

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021

In only a few short years Genesis, the luxury division of Hyundai launched in 2017, released the excellent G70, G80 and G90 sedans. The EPA has rated the GV80’s fuel economy at 21 mpg city/25 highway/23 combined. The turbocharged four-cylinder balanced power and fuel economy. The Premium Midsize SUV Benchmark.

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MPG Fuel Economy SUV Clean

Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

seconds with a top speed of 194 mph are plenty fast for just about everyone. The EPA rates the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray fuel economy at 15 city/27 highway/19 combined. mpg, but in two 100-mile highway runs with the cruise control set at 65 mph, we achieved 30.1 But the base engine turning 0-60 runs in a quick 2.9

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Chevrolet MPG Clean Cleaning

Road Test: 2022 Subaru BRZ Limited

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 5, 2023

The BRZ is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined mpg. If you opt for the automatic, the fuel economy is rated a bit better at 21/30/25. Heck, you can even get to 55 mph in second, so wringing-out the speed and approaching red line is what this car loves and is built to do. Photos by Lex Adams and Subaru. [

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MPG Clean Cleaning Miles

Road Test: 2022 Genesis GV70 AWD 3.5T Sport Prestige

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 7, 2022

Running on unleaded premium, the EPA has rated the fuel economy at 19 mpg city/25 highway/21 combined. Where we did much better was on a 102-mile freeway run in either Eco or Smart mode and with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we achieved 27.5 Your numbers may differ. The base engine on the GV70 is a turbocharged 2.5L

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SUV Clean Cleaning Fuel Economy

Flash Drive: 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Crossover EV

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 22, 2021

It has challenging mountain roads heading 2,000 feet up and down, full of tight turns, a relatively high-speed swath along the summit (50 mph), a freeway stretch back in the valley, and even some slow-speed city driving. 4 through the route I encountered more traffic than usual so ended up with an average speed of 34 mph. EPA Category.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Venue

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 23, 2021

Hyundai’s crossover entry point. The 2021 Hyundai Venue is the smallest crossover in the Hyundai line-up. Hyundai sees its customers being divided into four lifestyle categories of Singles/Couples, Early Family, Full Nest Family and Early Eco Adopters. Affordable, Subcompact Crossover. One capable choice under hood.

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Hyundai Fuel Economy MPG Economy

Road Test: 2022 Kia EV6

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 5, 2022

For 2022, Kia introduced the EV6, a second generation EV crossover that is built on the Hyundai/Kia/Genesis Electric-Global-Modular Platform (E-GMP). The EV6 has an EPA range of up to 310 miles and quick charging rates due to its cutting edge 800-volt architecture. This platform will be the basis for a whole new line of future Kia EVs.

Kia

Kia Wind EPA All-Electric

2018 VW Tiguan and new 2.0 TSI B-cycle engine gives VW a strong offering in compact SUV segment

Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2017

Put another way, the rightsizing approach combines the fuel economy benefits of downsizing with the power of a larger-displacement unit. However, it is also more fuel efficient, picking up 2 mpg on the EPA combined cycle rating—an increase of 9% over the 2017 model. Fuel economy city/hwy/comb. Height (in). tbd/40/tbd.

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2018 Engine SUV MPG

Road Test: 2022 Chevrolet Blazer RS AWD

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. However, on a 175-mile fuel mileage run, with the cruise control set at 65 mph and on flat, smooth roadways, we averaged 29.6 The best fuel economy comes from the Blazer FWD with the 2.0L

Chevrolet

Chevrolet MPG SUV Fuel Economy

Driving Hyundai’s electrified Ioniq line-up; cost-effective efficiency and dynamics

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

Hyundai has begun the US roll-out of its Ioniq line-up of electrified vehicles: hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric. The Ioniq Hybrid offers up to the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg / 4.05 The Ioniq Hybrid offers up to the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg / 4.05 Earlier post.)

Hyundai

Hyundai Plug-in PHEV Hybrid

Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI S

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2023

Fuel economy estimates by the EPA are 23 mpg city/32 highway/27 combined. But in two 110-mile highway runs at 65 mph, we averaged 33.4 Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience. In 265 miles we averaged 29.8 Assuming you actually enjoy driving.

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Road Test: 2023 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo AWD

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2023

The EPA rates the CX-5 2.5L mpg, but a somewhat better 29 mpg on a 94-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. Fuel economy and performance numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Moving on up The 10.25

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Mazda Clean Cleaning MPG

Final Test: 2021 Mazda6 Carbon Edition

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 28, 2021

The EPA rates the Mazda6 2.5T However, with the adaptive cruise control set to 65 mph, an all freeway run of 125 miles returned an average of 32.1 Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience. Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

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Carbon Mazda MPG Clean

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Consumer Reports testing finds many small turbo engines underperforming; fuel economy, acceleration no better than in larger conventional powertrains

Hyundai introduces hybrid version of new Sonata; 10% improvement in fuel economy over predecessor

Consumer Reports tests show EV range can fall far short of claims due to outside temperature

Updated Volkswagen 2017 e-Golf EPA-rated at 125 miles, 119 MPGe combined; pricing to come

Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD

Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD

GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

2012 Chevy Sonic with 1.4L Turbo delivers 40 mpg on highway

2024 Toyota C-HR Debuts Elsewhere: Does Our Market Care?

Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage

Road Test: 2022 Kia Rio S 5-door Hatchback

Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

Flash Drive: 2024 Hyundai Kona

Flash Drive: 2023 VinFast VF 8

Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 2.0T Autobahn

Volkswagen prices 2017 e-Golf starting at $30,495; longer range, better fuel economy, more power

Road Test: 2023 Honda HR-V EX-L AWD

Road Test: 2022 Kia K5 GT 2.5L

Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid XSE

Road Test: 2022 Honda Civic Sedan 1.5T Touring

Road Test: 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport V6 SEL Premium R-Line

Road Test: 2023 Genesis GV60 EV

Hyundai prices 2018 Ioniq PHEV starting at $24,950; 29 miles all-electric range

Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5T AWD

Road Test: 2021 Genesis GV80 2.5T RWD Prestige

Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT

Road Test: 2022 Subaru BRZ Limited

Road Test: 2022 Genesis GV70 AWD 3.5T Sport Prestige

Flash Drive: 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Crossover EV

Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Venue

Road Test: 2022 Kia EV6

2018 VW Tiguan and new 2.0 TSI B-cycle engine gives VW a strong offering in compact SUV segment

Road Test: 2022 Chevrolet Blazer RS AWD

Driving Hyundai’s electrified Ioniq line-up; cost-effective efficiency and dynamics

Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI S

Road Test: 2023 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo AWD

Final Test: 2021 Mazda6 Carbon Edition

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