Full Review: The All-New 2023 Prius Prime
Electric Cars Report
APRIL 6, 2023
With a full charge, it can easily handle most daily commutes, with a manufacturer-estimated all electric range of up to 44 miles.
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Baua Electric
JUNE 12, 2024
While the latest Prius is rather attractive, the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid hits the 50-mpg mark in a discreet package that doesn’t scream, “I have a hybrid.” 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid Civic Hybrid mpg: Fuel-sipping standout Honda said the Civic Hybrid’s fuel economy ratings check in at 50 mpg city, 47 highway, and 49 combined.
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 14, 2020
People might be bored reading about the Prius but a review on four Priuses (2004, 2005, two 2006s) that my family owns that ran a total of 913k km (570k miles) should be interesting, right? I found a a 2004 with 247k km (154k miles) on the clock. l/100 km (51 mpg US) in the summer, and 5.3 l/100 km (44 mpg US) in winter.
Green Car Reports
JANUARY 19, 2023
With EPA ratings of 22 miles of electric driving range and 20 mpg combined on gasoline after you run through a charge, the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe. The Jeep Wrangler is a no-holds-barred off-road machine that aims to go around, over, or through whatever’s in front of it, regardless of terrain. The plug-in hybrid variant?
The Truth About Cars
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Size is the enemy of fuel economy, and even with a reduced cylinder count the numbers are a not great 14 mpg city/19 mpg highway/16 mpg combined. mpg – there was a discrepancy between the computer and my own calculations – across approximately 430 miles of driving. In our sojourn across SoCal I got either 17.8
Green Car Reports
JULY 1, 2020
Right about the time I’d passed 30 miles of all-electric driving with the RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid, I knew this experience was going to be different. With an expected EPA-rated 42-mile range from its big 18.1-kwh kwh battery pack, followed by an expected 38 mpg combined after running through the charge, the RAV4.
The Truth About Cars
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Sure, I could run out to Starbucks, Dunkin, or Tim Horton's for something a little bit better, or drive a few miles for something truly special, but it’s hard to justify the time and expenditure for my daily dose of industrial-strength caffeination. And the prices are generally lower for a car, too.
The Truth About Cars
AUGUST 4, 2023
Now you can run it solely on electric power for up to 21 miles and plug it in to charge. It’s going to be the theme of just about every Wrangler (and Ford Bronco, for that matter) review that I write – these off-road rigs are quite annoying on road but that’s OK because that’s the point. They’re supposed to be.
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 14, 2015
The National Academies have released a third review of the 21 st Century Truck Partnership (21CTP); the review follows the Phase 1 and Phase 2 reviews by the National Research Council in 2008 and 2012 ( earlier post ) and assesses the progress the partnership has made. gallons/1,000 ton-miles. gallons/1,000 ton-miles.
The Truth About Cars
JULY 11, 2023
Realistically, fuel economy isn’t really changed either - both the old V6 and the new turbo four manage around 24 mpg in mixed driving as rated by the EPA.& Otherwise, show me to the 36 mpg Highlander Hybrid, or, really, the Sienna hybrid minivan. Towing capacity is unchanged at 5,000 pounds.
The Truth About Cars
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
The seats, clad in attractive plaid cloth, remain acceptably comfortable and miles better than most equivalent Wrangler chairs - though with the appearance in 2024 of optional power adjustables in the Jeep, lumbar support in the backcountry is finally being considered from both of the big players.&
Green Car Reports
JULY 5, 2019
Seating for six, up to 32-miles of EPA-rated all-electric range, and a 30-mpg combined rating set the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid up to be not just the ideal minivan but the ideal family mover at this point in time.
Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 28, 2015
After spending four days and covering 440 miles with a new Toyota Prius, we can say that in our first real-world testing, the car delivers on its 50-mpg promise. We got daily readings of 50 to 54 miles per gallon in a mix of three-quarters highway miles and one-quarter low-speed local use.
Baua Electric
MAY 25, 2024
this model is already set for Korea and Europe and with its larger battery pack will go well beyond 300 miles on a charge. The 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid lineup coming this summer will return nearly 50 mpg, the automaker revealed Tuesday, as well as pep and performance that may rival that of the sporty Si model.
The Truth About Cars
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Hyundai is promising a max range of 260 miles and a fast charge that will take you from 10 percent to 80 percent in 43 minutes. Fuel economy numbers top out at 35 mpg highway for a front-drive SEL. There are two battery packs – a 64.8 kWh unit (this is what we drove) and a 48.6 The two AWD models I drove were listed at 24/29/26.
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 15, 2015
The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) has published a new paper reviewing and summarizing data on commercial vehicle sales and real-world fuel consumption for heavy-duty tractor-trailers in the three key markets of the US, China and Europe, which together account for more than 70% of HDV sales worldwide. Askin, Garrett E.
The Truth About Cars
MAY 11, 2023
kWh battery will do 30 miles all by itself if you’ve plugged it in and given it a full charge. Meanwhile, the total driving range should be somewhere around 320 miles. Fuel economy is said to be 29 mpg on the highway and 23 around town. Still, if you want to try and be frugal, the 14.8-kWh
Green Car Reports
APRIL 27, 2018
Today’s Toyota Camry suffers from multiple personality disorder, which, I discovered after 800 miles behind the wheel, might also be its biggest asset. The grim reaper might be coming for sedans, but the 2018 Toyota Camry isn’t ready to go. Dressed up in Camry XSE trim, it wants to be a sports car.
Electric Cars Report
OCTOBER 26, 2023
The 2024 Prius Prime is the versatile plug-in hybrid, capable of handling most daily commutes, with a manufacturer-estimated all electric range of up to 44 miles. When the longer-haul calls, its fuel-efficient hybrid powertrain is ready to keep going with up to a manufacturer-estimated 52 MPG combined rating on the SE grade.
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. The results for each fuel economy scenario are: Scenario I: (47 mpg CAFE standard, 37.6 The 47 mpg target is equivalent to a 70.9%
The Truth About Cars
MARCH 18, 2024
Our nameless reviewer felt , back in 2006, that the Vue's panel gaps made it the "automotive equivalent of a shotgun shack" and calculated that the Green Line version would require 90,000 miles of driving with $2.15/gallon In fact, fuel prices went insane right around the time that review was written.
Current EV
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
Motortrend.com reviewer Kelly Lin: “Toyota’s biggest strength is its hybrid technology, and in our SUV-obsessed market, the RAV4 Hybrid has overtaken the Prius as the best-selling hybrid in the brand’s lineup. Its 42-mile EV range, its 600-mile total range and relatively low price tag have made the PHEV an instant smash hit.
Green Car Reports
APRIL 23, 2014
In recent years—especially in the time since EPA fuel economy ratings have become more realistic—40 miles per gallon on the highway has become like a sort of high-water mark for non-hybrid cars. Even in 2014, there remain relatively few subcompact or compact sedans that top the 40-mpg mark in ratings, let alone real-world use.
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. Wonderfully Efficient.
Clean Fleet Report
MAY 6, 2023
Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid How Does 53+ MPG Sound? The second generation 2023 Kia Niro is offered in three models–the all-electric Niro EV, the Niro plug-in hybrid, and the one reviewed here, the Niro hybrid. seconds in a few 0-60 miles per hour runs, which is not quick. This is our in-depth look at the hybrid model.
Clean Fleet Report
JANUARY 1, 2023
Smooth, Quiet and 50+ MPG. This is sad, but completely unwarranted as some of the best vehicles Clean Fleet Report reviews are sedans—and the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited is one of those. During our week in the Sonata Hybrid, we drove 345 miles through Southern California, averaging 49.3 The looks will reel you in.
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 We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 17, 2014
EOLAB delivers NEDC combined cycle fuel consumption of 1 liter/100 km (235 mpg US), equivalent to 22g of CO 2 /km. Hybrid” plug-in hybrid system—the last offering all-electric trips of up to 60 km (37 miles) at speeds of up to 120 km/h (75 mph). The EOLAB team also secured appreciable savings by reviewing the car’s glazing.
Clean Fleet Report
APRIL 8, 2023
Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid 40+ MPG Small SUV Starting Under $30,000 Another notch in Toyota’s hybrid belt The Toyota Corolla is one of the best-selling vehicles in the world and Toyota is the largest seller of hybrid vehicles in the world. To keep those lofty perches, sitting still will not do. Story by John Faulkner.
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
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.
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
Clean Fleet Report
NOVEMBER 12, 2021
In this Flash Drive review we will take a quick look at the 2022 Volkswagen gasoline-powered performance cars, which include the Jetta GLI, Golf GTI and Golf R. 2022 Jetta and Jetta GLI—HP & MPG. Topping 40 mpg on the highway is a big plus for this compact sedan, though we can’t talk how it felt on the road–yet.
Green Car Congress
MARCH 22, 2017
Starting from a baseline 26 mpg (9.04 l/100 km) in 2016, the The ICCT team assessed increased consumer label fuel economy (as opposed to the regulatory test fuel economy) to 35 mpg (6.71 l/100 km) in 2025 and to 42–46 mpg (5.6-5.11 l/100 km) (under three scenarios) by 2030. Source: The ICCT. Click to enlarge.
Clean Fleet Report
DECEMBER 30, 2022
V6 with rear-wheel drive, we hit 60 miles per hour in 4.6 The mpg ratings are for city/highway/combined. RWD we drove 225 miles through Southern California, averaging 24 mpg. But in a 110-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set to 65 mph, and using Stop and Go , we achieved 29.3 A robust V6.
Clean Fleet Report
JULY 1, 2023
Genesis began as a stand-alone company in 2015 and is just now hitting its stride with a line-up of sedans and SUVs that get rave reviews. 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
Clean Fleet Report
MAY 2, 2022
Clean Fleet Report will have detailed reviews of the Sportage gasoline, hybrid and eventually the plug-in hybrid in the coming months. 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.
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 10, 2024
With a Level 2 charger at hand, we can better replicate the typical experience of a real-world EV owner and bring you more comprehensive report of whatever electric vehicle is darkening our driveway in a particular week instead of turning the review into a vehicle for kvetching about the state of communal charging stations.
Clean Fleet Report
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
turbo at 28 mpg city/37 highway/31 combined. In 294 miles driving through Southern California we averaged 33.2 mpg combined. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Running on 87 octane, the EPA rates the Civic 1.5L
Clean Fleet Report
APRIL 5, 2022
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). 244 total miles, with 144 all-electric miles. 72 miles, with 35.3 all-electric miles. ?? 72 miles, with 35.3
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
The TFS Green Bond program was reviewed by Sustainalytics, a leading global provider of environmental, social and corporate governance research, ratings and analytics. Barclays, ING and Unicredit joined BNP and Credit Agricole as the joint lead managers for the bond issuance.
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
Clean Fleet Report
DECEMBER 26, 2023
All offer different power choices with the Trofeo zipping to 60 miles per hour in about 3.6 The EPA rates fuel economy at 22 mpg city/29 highway/25 combined while running on 91 octane. mpg, with our overall economy coming in just above the EPA rating at 26.1 With 0-60 mph in 5.3 Story and photos by John Faulkner. [
Clean Fleet Report
DECEMBER 22, 2023
How Does 50+ MPG Sound? Part-time power The EPA has rated the RAV4 Prime at 42 miles of all-electric range (AER) and 40 mpg city/36 highway/38 combined. Another efficiency measurement is MPGe (Miles Per Gallon Equivalent), which for the RAV4 Prime is 94. mpg, but in two all-electric runs we saw 49 and 51 AER.
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