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AUGUST 7, 2012

The Ford C-MAX Hybrid ( earlier post ) is now officially EPA-certified at 47 mpg city, 47 mpg highway and 47 mpg combined (5.0L/100km), 100km), bettering the fuel economy of the Toyota Prius v by 3 mpg on the city cycle and 7 mpg on the highway (5 mpg combined). C-MAX Hybrid.

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MAY 31, 2012

2013 Lexus ES 300h. Lexus has introduced the 2013 ES 350—the sixth generation of Lexus’ luxury sedan since its introduction more than 20 years ago—and the first hybrid version of the ES, the ES 300h. Suspension changes, a stiffer body and a quicker steering gear ratio deliver more precise handling in the new 2013 Lexus ES.

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Lexus 2013 Hybrid Fuel Economy 252

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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. for the first nine months of 2013. for the first nine months of 2013. Monthly 2013 sales of Ford electric drive vehicles. Data: Ford.

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Plug-in 2013 2012 Plug 381

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DECEMBER 7, 2012

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) released the 2013 Fuel Economy Guide. The 2013 models include efficient and low-emission vehicles in a variety of classes and sizes, but notable this year is the growing availability of hybrids and the increasing number of electric vehicles.

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Fuel Economy 2013 EPA Economy 218

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MARCH 4, 2014

At the Geneva Motor Show, Toyota Motor Europe (TME) announced that European sales of hybrid vehicles reached an all-time high in 2013 totaling 156,863 units, up 43% year-on-year. In Western Europe, 28% of all Toyota and Lexus vehicles sold are hybrid models. Yaris Hybrid sales represented 28% of total Yaris sales in 2013.

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LS 600H Europe 2013 Sale 199

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JULY 5, 2012

2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid. Ford projects that its upcoming C-MAX Hybrid ( earlier post ) will achieve an EPA-rated 47 mpg city (5.0 L/100km) and 44 mpg highway (5.3 L/100km)—higher fuel economy than the Toyota Prius v (44 mpg / 5.3 L/100km city and 40 mpg / 5.9 Click to enlarge.

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MPG Hybrid Ford Prius 252

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OCTOBER 4, 2012

is pricing the 2013 Jetta Hybrid starting at $24,995 and ranging up to $31,180 for the Hybrid SEL Premium. liter turbocharged and direct-injected TSI engine mated to a zero-emissions electric motor, the Jetta Hybrid has a combined output of 170 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque. Manufacturer-estimated combined fuel economy is 45 mpg (5.2

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2013 Hybrid MPH Light 225

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FEBRUARY 26, 2021

As a direct result of the state’s Clean Cars 4 All program, more than 10,000 Californians have now scrapped old, dirty cars and replaced them with cleaner alternatives such as new and used zero-emission, plug-in hybrid, or hybrid cars. million had been spent on incentives within Clean Cars 4 All. As of 30 September 2020, $82.5

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MAY 16, 2013

All in all, Volvo Cars will produce 7,600 plug-in hybrids in 2013, with a 2014 target of 10,000 units. l/100 km (131 mpg US) in the NEDC certification driving cycle for hybrids. The Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid is the synthesis of close cooperation between Volvo Car Group and the Swedish electricity supplier Vattenfall.

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Volvo 2013 PHEV Production 210

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JANUARY 8, 2011

The 2011 Ford F-150 equipped with all-new 3.5-liter liter EcoBoost truck engine ( earlier post ) is EPA-certified at 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (14.7 All 2011 F-150s, except those equipped with the optional 6.2-liter liter V8, feature EPAS (electric power-assisted steering), a segment first.

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F-150 MPG EPA Ford 218

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APRIL 20, 2011

Chevrolet has introduced the 2013 Malibu ECO, its most fuel-efficient midsize sedan yet. The Malibu ECO features GM’s eAssist light electrification technology ( earlier post ), which is engineered to deliver an estimated 26 mpg in city driving and 38 mpg on the highway. Chevrolet Malibu ECO PowerFlow screen.

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Chevrolet 2013 Lithium Ion Fuel Economy 286

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

Toyota’s new 2013 Avalon ( earlier post ) is 110 lbs. (50 When it arrives at dealerships later this year, the 2013 Avalon will be the lightest-weight vehicle in the premium mid-size segment, according to Toyota. the new 2013 Avalon model still weighs 87 lbs. (39 1,630 kg) for 2013 Avalon compared to 3,680 lbs.

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Camry Hybrid 2013 Toyota Fuel Economy 278

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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 An all-new direct-injection 1.8L kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides electric power to the Hybrid system. engine with start/stop. An 80-cell, 1.5

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Fuel Economy Malibu Hybrid MPG Volt 150

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JUNE 21, 2015

The new Impreza Sport Hybrid is the second hybrid from Subaru, following on from the Subaru XV Hybrid launched in 2013. km/liter (JC08 mode) (48 mpg US, 4.9 liter horizontally-opposed 4-cylinder DOHC engine and electric motor. EyeSight2 is included as standard equipment on all grades. Fuel economy is 20.4

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Japan MPG Hybrid Fuel Economy 150

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AUGUST 19, 2013

The two-motor hybrid system, which is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, has already made its debut in the Accord Plug-in Hybrid, which went on sale in California and New York on 15 January 2013. Honda anticipates the new Accord Hybrid will obtain an EPA fuel economy rating of 49/45/47 mpg US (4.8, Earlier post.).

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Honda MPG Hybrid Motor 220

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APRIL 20, 2011

The 2013 Ford Taurus will become the first car in Ford’s North American lineup to offer the advanced 2.0-liter It is expected to deliver highway fuel economy of at least 31 mpg US (7.6 Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS). liter EcoBoost engine, combining a turbocharger with gasoline direct injection.

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2013 Ford Engine Fuel Economy 210

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

EPA projects advanced transmissions (6+ speeds and CVTs), gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems, and turbocharged engines will be installed on at least 15% of all MY 2013 vehicles. mpg higher (+5.4%) than MY 2011. Preliminary MY 2013 adjusted values are 370 g/mi CO 2 emissions and 24.0 mpg, or 22%. mpg, or 22%.

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Fuel Economy 2012 Economy EPA 247

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

mpg US (5.8 Ford expects to sell 200,000 SUVs in Europe in 2016—a 200% increase compared to 2013. Ford expects to sell 200,000 SUVs in Europe in 2016—a 200% increase compared to 2013. All new Ranger variants achieve significantly improved fuel efficiency, with the 160 PS model offering exceptional figures of 6.5

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Ford MPG Diesel Fuel 150

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

The new Range Rover features an all-aluminium monocoque body structure which is 39% lighter than the steel body in the outgoing model. The all-aluminium body enables the new vehicle to significantly enhance both performance and efficiency. mpg US) and 196 g/km. liter 258PS (254 hp, 190 kW) TDV6 and 4.4-liter l/100km (31.4

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Land Rover Diesel 2013 Range 378

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OCTOBER 11, 2014

The Trends report has been published annually since 1975 and covers all passenger cars, sport utility vehicles, minivans, and all but the largest pickup trucks and vans. In the analysis, EPA uses overall fuel economy in mpg equivalent (mpge) and tailpipe CO 2 emission values. —EPA 2014 Trends report. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy EPA PHEV Economy 312

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MARCH 4, 2013

Audi is providing more details on the coming A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. In electric mode, the A3 Sportback e-tron has a range of about 50 km (31 miles). liters of fuel per 100 km (157 mpg US), which corresponds to CO 2 emissions of 35 grams per km (56 g/mile). Earlier post.) kW charger.

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Audi Plug-in MPG Miles 301

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MAY 24, 2013

mpg US) averaged over all drives. l/100 km (84 mpg US). mpg US) for the PHEV, with accompanying CO 2 emissions (combined) of 71 g/km. Electrical consumption (combined) is rated at 162 Wh/km. kWh lithium-ion battery on the electrical grid, Porsche noted. l/100 km (53.4 l/100 km (75.9

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Porsche MPG Hybrid PHEV 273

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MAY 3, 2012

All models feature Brake Energy Regeneration while the X1 sDrive28i and xDrive28i models also benefit from Auto Start/Stop and ECO PRO mode to further reduce fuel consumption. All model variants come equipped with Brake Energy Regeneration. Preliminary EPA mileage estimates are 24 mpg city/33 mpg highway/27 mpg combined (9.8,

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BMW 2013 MPG EPA 210

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JULY 29, 2014

The new Vito is also the first van in the mid-size segment to offer three different drive system variants—rear-wheel, all-wheel, and, new, front wheel drive systems. The all-wheel drive system is the ideal choice when a high degree of traction is required, especially in tough driving conditions and on unpaved roads. t and 3.05

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Mercedes MPG Diesel Standards 246

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DECEMBER 11, 2011

The TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder powered 2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe is the initial model and arrives early this summer. Later in the summer, the TwinPower Turbo V-8 powered 2013 BMW 650i Gran Coupe and the all-wheel drive 2013 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe will join the range. BMW 640i Gran Coupe. Click to enlarge. L/100km (30.2

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BMW 2013 Engine Fuel Economy 199

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JUNE 13, 2014

Ford Motor Company is lowering the fuel economy ratings for its 2013- and 2014-model year hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles, as well as most 2014-model year Fiestas. In 2013, Ford voluntarily relabeled the 2013 C-MAX Hybrid with revised fuel economy labels following EPA testing of the 2013 C-Max Hybrid. Earlier post.)

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Fuel Economy Economy Ford Plug-in 218

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DECEMBER 12, 2011

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco with eAssit ( earlier post ) will be the first model of the new 2013 Malibu lineup to reach dealer showrooms in North America, starting in the first quarter of 2012. engine; GM estimates highway fuel economy of 37 mpg US (6.4 The system’s electric motor-generator is mounted to an Ecotec 2.4L

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Chevrolet MPG 2012 Fuel Economy 225

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APRIL 4, 2012

Chevrolet is unveiling its all-new 2014 Impala at the New York Auto Show; the redesigned full-size flagship sedan goes on sale in early 2013 as the model’s 10 th generation. Impala’s three powertrains all feature fuel-saving direct injection and lightweight components: Impala’s Ecotec 2.4L New Chevrolet Impala. Click to enlarge.

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2014 Chevrolet MPG Buick 225

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JANUARY 15, 2013

Lexus unveiled the all-new 2014 IS sport sedan at the North American International Auto Show. The 300h is the first hybrid for the IS line; the all-new Lexus IS will go on sale in mid-2013. I adopted an entirely different approach to the development of the all-new IS. Lexus IS F SPORT onstage at the Detroit Auto Show.

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Lexus MPG Hybrid Japan 225

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MARCH 28, 2013

unveiled its first production hybrid vehicle, the Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid, at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. Based on the XV Crosstrek crossover introduced for 2013, the 2014 XV Crosstrek Hybrid model arrives in Subaru dealerships in the fourth quarter of 2013. Subaru of America, Inc. A 100V, 13.5

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MARCH 31, 2014

Selected result parameters for the C 180 compared with its predecessor from 2013 [unit / car]. Compared with the predecessor, primary energy savings of 8% (2013) and 25 percent (2007) are achieved over the entire life cycle. l/100 km (31 mpg US and 31.8 mpg) at the time of the market launch in 2007 or from between 6.4

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Mercedes CO2 2007 MPG 252

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JANUARY 9, 2012

To be positioned as the gateway to the Acura brand, the ILX will feature three different powertrains, including Acura’s first gasoline-electric hybrid. liter gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain. The 2013 RDX, scheduled to launch in Spring 2012, will have as standard equipment a 3.5-liter L/100km) and 28 mpg on the highway (8.4

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

BMW unveiled the BMW i8 2+2 plug-in hybrid sports car ( earlier post ) today at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. liters per 100 km / 94 mpg (US) along with an AWD driving experience with torque distribution geared towards optimized dynamics. The BMW i8 goes on sale in the US in 2014. Click to enlarge. torque: 570 N·m / 420 lb-ft).

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BMW Plug-in 2014 MPG 306

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MARCH 11, 2014

Customers have already been able to place pre-orders for the BMW i8 in all major markets since autumn 2013; BMW says that demand for the BMW i8 is already exceeding the planned production volume during ramp-up. liter/100 km (112 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 49 g/km. The related electricity consumption was measured at 11.9

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BMW Fuel Production MPG 257

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

turbocharged engine is available in the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. l/100 km) and 30 mpg (7.9 is based on the all-new Ecotec engine family—including the new 2.5L engine that also is new in the 2013 Malibu—and builds on previous GM turbo engines with features that enhance efficiency, durability and refinement.

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JULY 20, 2012

It's only a few more months before Ford's first plug-in hybrid car hits the market, in the shape of the 2013 Ford C-Max Energi.

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2013 Plug-in Ford Plug 78

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NOVEMBER 29, 2012

2013 RAV4 Click to enlarge. The all-new fourth-generation 2013 RAV4 crossover SUV made its world debut at the 2012 Los Angeles International Auto Show. RAV4 front-wheel-drive models have received EPA-estimated fuel efficiency ratings of 24 mpg city/31 highway (9.8 l/100km, respectively).

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