Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 7, 2019

Where are there many fuel-cell vehicles but not enough hydrogen to keep them filled? What electric car, formerly called the Mission E concept, made its debut this past week? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending September 6, 2019.

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Porsche Escape MPG Green Cars 64

Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2010

Lincoln’s premium hybrid is expected to deliver at least 41 mpg US (5.7 Ford notes that the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid’s projected fuel economy tops its nearest competitor—the 2010 Lexus HS 250h—by 6 mpg, while providing room for one more passenger and more standard luxury and segment-exclusive safety features. Earlier post.) Click to enlarge.

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2011 HS 250h MPG Hybrid 170

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

The US Department of Energy (DOE), through its Advanced Vehicle Testing Activity ( AVTA ) at Idaho National Laboratory (INL), has completed 1 million miles of plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) testing. Hymotion Escape A123Systems. Ford E85 Escape Johnson Controls/Saft. Electrovaya Escape Electrovaya.

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Plug-in Miles Plug Electric Vehicles 186

The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 29, 2023

The Maverick Tremor builds upon the established Escape-based pickup formula by lifting the suspension by an inch with a new shock and spring package. There’s no question that Ford has the chops to make a vehicle handle the trails where needed, though my short time with the Maverick Tremor generally kept me on the tarmac.

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Ford MPG EPA Escape 89

Green Car Congress

MARCH 10, 2009

Ford Motor Company has produced its 100,000th hybrid SUV and used the milestone to restate its commitment to ramping up production of hybrid vehicles this year. Ford began sales the Ford Escape hybrid in 2004, followed by the Mariner Hybrid in 2005.

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Ford Hybrid Kansas City Escape 150

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. The Niro Hybrid has a few key hybrid competitors of the Ford Escape , Toyota Corolla and RAV4. Story by John Faulkner.

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Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 89

The Truth About Cars

MARCH 18, 2024

If we look at the fine print, GM actually introduced a sort-of-a-hybrid vehicle as a 2004 model , though the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid/GMC Sierra Hybrid didn't have regenerative braking. In fact, fuel prices went insane right around the time that review was written. liter engine and automatic).

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VUE Saturn 2007 Green 87

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2022

This Flash Drive will touch on both models, which are significantly different vehicles, spotlighting the Sportage Hybrid. 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). Redone and expanded. FWD and AWD.

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 84

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. mpg, but in a 99-mile highway run at 65 mph, we averaged 34.3 Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews.

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 81

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 29, 2009

The credit amount is based on a vehicle’s potential fuel efficiency. The Fusion Hybrid carries a 41 mpg rating in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. The 2009 Escape and Mariner Hybrid FWD models qualify for a $3,000 tax credit; 4WD models $1,950. 2009 Escape and Mariner FWD Hybrids. Ford Hybrid Tax Credit Amounts.

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Tax Credit Fusion Tax 2010 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 27, 2009

The average fuel economy of the vehicles traded in was 15.8 mpg and the average fuel economy of vehicles purchased is 24.9 mpg: a 58% improvement. The top 10 vehicles purchased under the program were: Toyota Corolla. Ford Escape FWD. The top 10 trade in vehicles were: Ford Explorer 4WD. Honda Civic.

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Cash For Clunkers Fuel Economy Jeep Honda 247

Green Car Congress

JUNE 9, 2009

Hydro-Québec has joined a Ford-EPRI North America-wide demonstration and research program on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). EPRI has identified nine utilities across North America to test drive the vehicles and collect data on battery technology, vehicle systems, customer use and grid infrastructure. Earlier post.).

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EPRI PHEV Ford Escape 150

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 11, 2022

All-New Updated Styling+Higher MPG and Longer Range. Kia also has all-new 2023 versions of the Niro EV and Niro PHEV, which Clean Fleet Report will be reviewing separately, so make sure to sign-up for the newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. Niro gets a new look–and more.

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Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy 2017 92

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 15, 2009

The US Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy today released the 2010 Fuel Economy Guide, which gives consumers information about estimated fuel costs and mileage standards for model year 2010 vehicles. For MY 2010, the Prius is the top fuel economy leader , with EPA ratings of 51/48 mpg city/highway.

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Fuel Economy 2010 Economy EPA 150

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

are 25 mpg city/28 highway/ 26 combined. 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. The Bronco Sport shares mechanical parts with the Ford Escape, but the differences between the two are obvious pretty quickly. Your numbers may differ.

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Ford Jeep MPG Fuel Economy 66

Green Car Reports

JUNE 30, 2011

The Ford Fusion Hybrid mid-size sedan was Ford's second hybrid vehicle after the Escape Hybrid crossover. It handily beat the gas mileage of the competing Toyota Camry Hybrid, with ratings of 41 mpg city and 36 mpg highway, and its user information displays in the large.

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Fusion Ford Camry Hybrid Hybrid 87

Green Car Congress

MARCH 17, 2011

Ecotec is rated at 182 hp (136 kW), and 172 lb-ft (233 N·m) of torque, while delivering an EPA-estimated 32 mpg highway (7.35 L/100km)—more than any vehicle in its class, including the Ford Escape Hybrid. of torque with 24 mpg highway. In the Equinox, the direct-injection 2.4L

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2007 Chevrolet Engine Sale 199

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

seconds; its EPA estimated fuel economy rating is 42 mpg US (5.6 The new Lexus full hybrid targets class-leading emissions and also generates significantly less NO x and particulate emissions than an equivalent diesel engine vehicle, Toyota points out. The new CT 200h utilizes a full series/parallel powertrain architecture.

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Lexus Hybrid MPG Exhaust 225

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 4, 2009

Monthly new vehicle market share for hybrids. year-on-year to 35,429 units, representing a 3.55% new vehicle sales market share for the month—the highest monthly share yet. GM dealers delivered 189,443 total vehicles in July, a 19.4% Compared to June 2009, volume was up nearly 12,000 vehicles. Click to enlarge.

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Cash For Clunkers Sale Hybrid Dodge 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2009

Ford has into a partnership with Johnson Controls-Saft (JCS) to develop advanced lithium-ion battery system to power Ford’s first production plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) beginning in 2012. Ford’s current demonstration fleet of Escape plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) is using JCS Li-ion packs. Earlier post.).

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PHEV 2012 Ford EPRI 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

The report expects aluminum to double its share of the light vehicle material mix by 2025 vs. the 2008 EPA baseline vehicle. The survey shows continued growth in automaker’s overall use of aluminum reaching a high of 343 lbs (156 kg) per vehicle in 2012—up 5% from 327 lbs (148 kg) in 2009. Ducker Worldwide.

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2012 Downsizing Auto Industrial 186

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 4, 2013

Ford’s changing share of the hybrid-electric, plug-in hybrid electric, battery-electric vehicle segments and total ED market in the US in 2012 and YTD 2013. Monthly 2013 sales of Ford electric drive vehicles. Data: EDTA, Ford Motor. Click to enlarge. in calendar year 2012 to 14.7% for the first nine months of 2013. Data: Ford.

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Plug-in 2013 2012 Plug 381

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 12, 2022

The 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Grand Touring is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, powered by a 2.5-liter The Environmental Protection Agency rates the Corsair’s fuel economy at 33 mpg highway and combined when running in hybrid mode only. The way to Lincoln. Squeezing-out That Extra Mile. kilowatt-hours/kWh). Premium Interior.

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PHEV Plug-in Plug MPG 104

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2023

The SE with 17-inch alloy wheels gets 53 mpg city/51 highway/52 combined, while the XSE and XSE Premium shod with 18-inch alloy wheels get 50/47/48. Active and passive safety features include eight air bags, vehicle stability and traction control, brake assist and blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert.

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Prius PHEV Toyota Plug-in 87

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

The Environmental Protection Agency rates the 2021 Kia Niro PHEV at 46 mpg combined city and highway when running in hybrid mode, but an impressive 105 MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent—MPGe is a measurement of how far a car can travel, electrically, on the same amount of energy as is contained in one gallon of gasoline).

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PHEV Kia Plug-in Fuel Economy 94

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 17, 2023

Though exhilarating, possessing a car as a student means selecting a vehicle that fits within your financial means while also offering practicality and ease to accommodate your hectic schedule. Similarly, the Honda CR-V and Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid are distinguished for their fuel-efficient performance among SUVs.

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Cars Connect Connected Prius 66

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 24, 2024

For even more peace of mind, on those occasions where a long road trip is planned, original owners get 10 free days of a Subaru gasoline-powered vehicle. Off-Road Prowess Classic Subaru off-road ability–enhanced Subaru feels the “Solterra in some ways is our most capable all-wheel drive vehicle.” We were impressed with the 3.7

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All-Electric Clean Cleaning Miles 56

Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2017

The all-new 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan—the second-generation of the vehicle—is powered by the latest version of the EA888 four-cylinder engine, the 2.0L 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. (As 2017 Ford Escape.

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2018 Engine SUV MPG 314

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 25, 2022

Joining the SUV lineup of Crosstrek, Forester, Outback and Ascent, the Solterra is not Subaru’s first model with a plug as the Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) debuted in 2019. The smooth operation is what makes driving an electric vehicle so wonderful. Back on the Pavement. Capable around town, too. A versatile top.

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All-Electric SUV Clean Cleaning 87

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 14, 2009

Through September, Ford has sold 26,016 hybrid vehicles, up 73% versus the 15,015 units for the same period last year. Both vehicles deliver an EPA-certified 41 mpg rating in the city and 36 mpg on the highway, topping the Toyota Camry hybrid by 8 mpg in the city and 2 mpg on the highway. Earlier post.).

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2009 Sale Hybrid Ford 246

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 12, 2022

Ford clearly has made a statement that it wants to be known as a company that makes electrified vehicles. 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.

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Ford MPG Fuel Economy Clean 93

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

We now have three working converted prototypes (both described in Fact Sheet above, shown in photos and here ): The Calcars first proof-of-concept: (100+ mpg plus electricity, 10-mile electric range, now with temporary lead-acid battery pack, soon to be replaced by nickel metal-hydride batteries). Read and distribute our flyers.

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Prius Plug-in Plug Hybrid 48

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2023

Turbo AWD at 22 mpg city/27 highway/24 combined. mpg, but a somewhat better 29 mpg on a 94-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. We find the Mazda audio interface requires additional extra steps to accomplish tasks that on other vehicles are done much easier and simpler.

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Mazda Clean Cleaning MPG 71

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2021

Turbo AWD at 22 mpg city/27 highway/24 combined. mpg and 30.1 mpg on a 106-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. [ Flash Drive: 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid.

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Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Clean 62

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 he particularly is impressed with the Fusion Hybrid because it drives like a conventional vehicle while still delivering outstanding fuel economy. “We 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid.

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Escape Fusion Green Cars Hybrid 36

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

JANUARY 28, 2009

Use this information at your own risk: There is no warranty expressed nor implied and we are not liable for any of your past, present, nor future actions.Even should you perform these modifications to the letter you could still damage any number of components in your vehicle causing it to no longer function. See SEVA:Electric vehicle.

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PHEV Prius Gasoline-Electric Plug-in 49

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 4, 2021

The EPA rates fuel economy at 25 mpg city/26 highway/25 combined. The 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comes with these warranties: Powertrain – 10 years/100,000 miles New Vehicle – Five years/60,000 miles Anti-Corrosion – Seven years/100,000 miles Roadside Assistance – Five years/Unlimited miles. ES $24,590.

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Mitsubishi 2018 2020 Fuel Economy 52