Green Car Reports

JUNE 8, 2016

The 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is the sole mass-market crossover SUV that offers a hybrid powertrain and all-wheel drive. That was a market pioneered by the Ford Escape Hybrid, in 2004, and one that Ford walked away from for 2013. It turns out that there seems to be a market for compact crossovers with both AWD and high fuel economy.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 3, 2017

Ford detailed seven of the 13 new global electrified vehicles it plans to introduce in the next five years, including hybrid versions of the iconic F-150 pickup and Mustang in the US, a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Transit Custom van in Europe and a fully electric SUV with an expected range of at least 300 miles (483 km) for customers globally.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Now an eight-year veteran on the Australian scene, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV was the world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV. The Outlander PHEV’s on the larger end of the mid-size SUV segment, allowing a third row of seats for super-breeders. It’s hard to give a true figure for the Outlander PHEV’s fuel economy.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 6, 2023

First debuting in 2017, the Niro is a key model for Kia as it offers three different propulsion choices, all of which offer excellent fuel economy or all-electric driving range. 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.

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Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 89

Green Car Congress

APRIL 15, 2013

have signed an agreement under which both companies will jointly develop a new generation of advanced technology 9- and 10-speed automatic transmissions for cars, crossovers, SUVs and trucks. The new transmissions, to be built in both front- and rear-wheel drive variants, will improve vehicle performance and increase fuel economy.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

It's one of the most frequent questions asked by shoppers interested in utility vehicles with better gas mileage: why aren't there more hybrid SUVs and crossovers? Following the 2012 demise of the much-loved Ford Escape Hybrid, it took four years for the 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid to emerge.

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SUV Hybrid Escape 2017 60

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

It fits in below the Tiguan in the VW SUV hierarchy. 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. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer.

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 81

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The 2023 Kia Niro hybrid is the class leader in fuel economy. 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. Running on 87 octane, the 1.6-liter The center dash houses the 10.25-inch

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Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy 2017 92

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). All-Wheel Drive (AWD).

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 84

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 4, 2017

This starts with the company reallocating $7 billion of capital from cars to SUVs and trucks, including the Ranger and EcoSport in North America and the all-new Bronco globally. Finally, the innovation on aluminum and light weighting will pay off across a range of Ford trucks and SUVs. Allocating capital where Ford can win the future.

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Connect Connected Ford F-150 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 24, 2012

Expected fuel economy for the C-MAX Energi is the equivalent of 95 miles per gallon (MPGe) combined city/highway—the same as for the Prius PHV. The base MSRP for the Prius Plug-in Hybrid is $32,000. The Prius Plug-in Hybrid Advanced will have an MSRP of $39,525.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 29, 2023

After all, we have OEMs building half a dozen different crossovers and SUVs each, and with hundreds of thousands of pickups hitting American roads each year it seems to be a no-brainer to unveil something smaller and more affordable.& & But no. How does the Maverick Tremor shake out?

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Ford MPG EPA Escape 98

Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2009

An IntelliChoice.com survey finds that most 2009 US hybrid and clean diesel cars, trucks and SUVs deliver a lower total cost of ownership compared to gasoline versions of the same (or comparable) vehicles. The long-time knock against “green” cars, trucks and SUVs is that their sticker prices do not justify the gas savings.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 17, 2011

These technologies offer the performance and refinement drivers expect from Chevy in smaller engines that deliver the fuel efficiency they want. The result improves performance and fuel economy for the Malibu, with 170 hp (123 kW), 160 lb-ft of torque (217 N·m), and an EPA estimated 33 miles per gallon (7.13

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Un SUV Da Guida. *A A driver’s SUV. Maserati says the top speed is 187 mph, making this luxury SUV a fast grocery-getter. The EPA rates fuel economy to be 13 city/20 highway/16 combined while running on 91 octane. It all seemed too similar to cars and SUVs we see costing many thousands less.

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Carbon Fiber SUV Ferrari Clean 92

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 17, 2023

The Toyota Prius has been the fuel economy king for years Fuel Efficiency: Save Money on Gas Fuel efficiency is a crucial aspect for college students as it can greatly impact their budgets. With the typically restricted funds, having a car that consumes fuel in small amounts can substantially decrease monthly expenses.

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Cars Connect Connected Prius 66

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 12, 2022

There is no shame if, for you, Lincoln means either the massive Navigator SUV or the chauffeured Town Car sedan, as these are the most recognizable models from Ford’s premium division. The Environmental Protection Agency rates the Corsair’s fuel economy at 33 mpg highway and combined when running in hybrid mode only.

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PHEV Plug-in Plug MPG 104

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 27, 2010

Ford will begin applying start-stop technology—currently used in Ford hybrids and some Ford cars in Europe—in conventional cars, crossovers and SUVs in North America in 2012. The fuel-saving system eventually will be offered in all of Ford’s global markets. Click to enlarge.

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The Truth About Cars

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Lower gears are used to help acceleration while higher gears are set up for cruising and maximizing fuel economy. It’s all about keeping your engine in the right rev range the situation, and having more gears helps do that, which can allow for better performance and fuel economy. Basic physics, again, cannot be denied.

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Bentley New York MPH Ferrari 111

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

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. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. The Niro’s 6.3

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PHEV Kia Plug-in Fuel Economy 94

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 25, 2022

Subaru’s All-New, All-Electric Compact SUV. The all-new, all-electric 2023 Solterra compact SUV is a major step for Subaru, one that will be a welcome addition for its loyal owners. For even more peace of mind, on those occasion where a long road trip is planned, there are 10 free days of a Subaru gasoline-powered car or SUV.

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All-Electric SUV Clean Cleaning 87

Current EV

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

In the SUV market, it ranks second only to the Toyota RAV4. Launched in Japan in 1995, the CR-V became one of the pioneer models of what has become the highly popular Compact SUV segment. Fuel Economy is excellent. In the USA, a total of 384,168 CR-Vs were sold in 2019 alone (wheelsjoint.com).

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Honda Hybrid Global Maintenance 52

Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2017

As with the all-new 2018 Volkswagen Atlas full-size SUV ( earlier post ), the new Tiguan is based on Volkswagen’s Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB) architecture. First, it gives the automaker a very competitive offering in the compact SUV segment in the US—a segment which is booming in the US. Select compact SUVs.

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2018 Engine SUV MPG 314

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 24, 2024

The beauty of the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is, when stopped on a trail due to deep ruts, the instant torque at any speed delivers a smooth escape. 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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All-Electric Clean Cleaning Miles 56

Green Car Congress

MAY 4, 2009

engine with an Atkinson-cycle engine, as used in Ford’s Escape hybrid SUV. Previous work had indicated a potential of between 1% and 3% improvement in a vehicle’s fuel economy, using thermoelectric devices. Device and System Configurations. Using an assumed exhaust gas mass flow rate of 56.5

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Design Ford Energy Exhaust 150

Plug In Partners

MAY 20, 2008

Ghosn said Nissan decided to accelerate development of battery-powered vehicles because of high gasoline prices and environmental concerns, not just because of the need to meet stricter fuel-economy standards. GM's crosstown rival is pushing its Eco Boost engines, which generate plenty of power and better fuel economy.

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Nissan Gasoline-Electric GM 2010 100

Plug In Partners

MAY 16, 2006

Environmentalists argue that plug-in hybrid technology is the most immediate option to improve fuel economy and cut greenhouse gas emissions." The group plans to rapidly build a small prototype/demonstration fleet of plug-in hybrids using Ford's Escape Hybrid as a platform.

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Ford Escape Plug-in Plug 100

Green Cars News

JULY 26, 2009

US car maker Ford has some hard work ahead if it is to meet new CAFE regulations and still sell the SUVs and pick-up trucks that are so popular across its home country. The manufacturer has already added full hybrid versions of the Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan to its existing Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner hybrids.

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Green Cars Green Mercury Escape 39

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2023

That’s a good place to start when summing-up the Mazda line-up of crossover/SUVs, its one remaining sedan and, of course, the delightful MX-5 Miata. 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.

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Mazda Clean Cleaning MPG 71

Green Cars News

APRIL 20, 2009

Kelley Blue Book have today named the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid and 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid in its 2009 list of the “Top 10 Green Cars.”. Nerad says fuel economy was just one of the factors editors of Kelley Blue Book took into consideration when selecting this year’s list of “Top 10 Green Cars.”. 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid.

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Escape Fusion Green Cars Hybrid 36

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 12, 2022

The EPA has rated fuel economy at 23 mpg city/30 highway/26 combined. Based on the Ford Escape compact crossover, the 2022 Ford Maverick may get a quick thumbs-down from hard core body-on-frame truck owners, but pay them no mind. The 2022 Ford Maverick can easily slot into the role currently held by a crossover or SUV.

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Ford MPG Fuel Economy Clean 93

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Sharing its platform with the Bronco Sport and Escape crossovers gave Ford interior designers the opportunity to make the Maverick cabin comfortable, and with excellent rear and side visibility. We will also report on real-world fuel economy and of course how that stacks up against the official numbers when they’re released.

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Ford Gasoline-Electric Hybrid Gasoline 84

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2021

Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. inch multi-information display for the speedometer, odometer, average fuel economy and many other readings. Flash Drive: 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid. mpg and 30.1

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Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Clean 62

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 8, 2019

By the fourth quarter of 2018, light-duty pickup trucks, mini-vans, and SUVs made up 57.3% The report finds car ownership rates and vehicle miles travelled also hit new highs in 2017, while consumer preferences have shifted markedly toward less-efficient vehicles. of new vehicle registrations, up from 39.3% five years ago. —Adam Fowler.

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California Climate Transportation 2017 274

Green Cars News

OCTOBER 27, 2009

Ford: The bulk of Ford’s green efforts have centred on flex-fuel vehicles with E85 versions of the Focus and Mondeo among its most successful models. In 2005, it launched the Ford Escape Hybrid – the first hybrid electric SUV. When sales of the Civic Hybrid started to flag, Honda introduced the Insight Hybrid earlier this year.

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Green Cars Green Civic Hybrid 2003 48

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Ford Escape PHEV-40 around 2012. Has shown some concept fuel-cell PHEVs. First Escape PHEV delivered to SCE Nov 2007; 20 in 2008-2009. First Escape PHEV delivered to SCE Nov 2007; 20 in 2008-2009. Daimler/Mercedes Took over Daimler/Chrysler Sprinter PHEV program. Establishing dealer network. Batteries not ready.

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Plug-in Plug Hybrid PHEV 45

Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2013

MPG: A Progress Report on Achievability ”—of the response of consumers and automakers as both begin to experience the effects of the newly adopted federal fuel economy standard. More than half (57%) of respondents who said they intend to purchase a SUV said they want its fuel economy to be at least 25 mpg (9.4

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Europe MPG Fuel Fuel Economy 281