Green Car Reports

JULY 18, 2018

We review the fuel economy of the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. Lexus mulls hybrid systems for its F-series performance cars. Green Car Reports spent time with the Outlander PHEV and found it. Big oil refineries voice skepticism over electric cars. And the results are in from our latest Twitter poll.

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Lexus PHEV Mitsubishi 2018 70

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 20, 2020

With more than 550,000 hybrid electric vehicles sold, representing 52% of the total mix, Toyota and Lexus offers a total of 20 hybrid models, the widest range of full hybrid electric vehicles in the industry. The new RAV4 plug-in hybrid will be the flagship of Toyota’s hybrid lineup in Europe. growth on 2018.

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Europe 2019 Toyota Hybrid 243

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

Escaping High Fuel Prices; a Natural Bridge to an EV. The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter The Environmental Protection Agency, EPA , rates fuel economy at 40 highway when running in gasoline mode only. The Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a 2.5-liter

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 91

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

The 2021 Kia Niro PHEV is one of three electrified Niro models to choose from, alongside a hybrid and a pure battery electric version. Clean Fleet Report drove the Niro PHEV EX Premium, and came away with a good feeling about this compact crossover that can deliver a 560-mile driving range. Photos by John Faulkner and Kia.

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PHEV Kia Plug-in Fuel Economy 94

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 28, 2019

For the Transportation sector, EIA projects that energy consumption will decline between 2019 and 2037 (in the Reference case) because increases in fuel economy more than offset growth in vehicle miles traveled (VMT). This growth arises from increases in air transportation outpacing increases in aircraft fuel efficiency.

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Transportation Energy Fuel Economy 2018 207

Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2014

The proposed Phase 4 standard provides three types of credits: New-energy vehicles (battery-electric, fuel cell and plug-in hybrids). The multiplier is set at 5 in 2016–2017, falling to 3 in 2018–2019, and then to 2 in 2020. Other ultra-low fuel consumption vehicles with combined fuel consumption no more than 2.8L/100km

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Fuel Economy China Economy Fuel 239

Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2018

The newly introduced 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid makes significant advancements over both the standard Cayenne and the preceding Cayenne S E-Hybrid ( earlier post ) it replaces, including more power, quicker acceleration, a faster top speed, and increased electric-only range. seconds vs. Cayenne S E-Hybrid) on to a ¼ mile time of 13.3

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Cayenne Porsche Hybrid 2019 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 6, 2014

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ (FCA) Chrysler Brand will launch two plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) over the next several years, said Al Gardner, President and CEO of the Chrysler Brand, during the FCA Investor Day presentations at Auburn Hills, Mi. FCA will launch a PHEV minivan in 2016 to comply with ZEV requirements.

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Chrysler PHEV 2016 Gasoline 294

Green Car Congress

APRIL 7, 2017

The Mondeo Energi, to be launched in early 2018, will be the first plug-in hybrid to be manufactured by the Changan Ford JV. Changan Ford will start manufacturing the Mondeo Energi plug-in hybrid in Chongqing in early 2018. Ford’s C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid is already on the road in China as a fleet vehicle.

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China Ford SUV Range 186

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 29, 2021

High Marks for Hyundai’s First Hybrid SUV. Hyundai’s first-ever hybrid SUV, the all-new 2022 Tucson Hybrid, delivers great fuel economy and seats five while hauling all their stuff, too. Whatever it is, during our week driving the Tucson Hybrid through Southern California, it drew plenty of attention and comments.

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Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 76

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

Top-Selling Lexus Hybrid Sedan Adds Sporty Styling. Lexus adds a sporty touch to its hybrid hero. The EPA rates fuel economy for the 2022 Lexus ES 300h at 43 mpg city/44 highway/44 combined mpg. The average fuel economy was 46.3 Not your mother’s hybrid shoes. 70-mile run at 45 mph: 58.6

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Lexus Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 82

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 23, 2014

Navigant Research forecasts that plug-in EVs (which include plug-in hybrids and battery EVs), will represent 2.4% Navigant expects sales of plug-in EVs from luxury manufacturers, such as Tesla, Mercedes, Audi, and BMW to grow strongly through 2018 before leveling off at around 50% of the plug-in EV market. million units.

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Plug-in Plug Global Sale 276

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2018

The ranges of the levelized cost of driving (LCD) and cost of avoided carbon are narrower for the future technology pathways, reflecting the expected economic competitiveness of these alternative vehicles and fuels. 250 gCO 2 e/mi for HEVs, PHEVs, FCEVs, and BEVs. transportation sector. transportation sector.

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Industrial Industry Gasoline-Electric PHEV 223

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

To do so, the company plans to expand its powertrain offerings by adding plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) models to its current model lineup, which includes conventional hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), diesel engine, and battery electric vehicle (BEV) models. Meanwhile, fuel economy has been kept the same. (If

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Mazda Hydrogen Toyota Transportation 387

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Both engines have 48-volt mild hybrid electrification that adds up-to an additional 21 hp and 184 lb.-ft. The 48-volt system also improves fuel economy, especially on the highway. liter V6 and the assistance of the 48-volt mild hybrid moves the S500 zero-60 in 4.8 Road Test: 2019 BMW 745e PHEV. inches long.

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Mercedes Hybrid MPG Light 76

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 15, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate Surprising Performance in a Compact Plug-In Hybrid SUV Okay, a show of hands if “quick or fast” come to mind when Volvo SUV is mentioned. New for the 2022 model year, the 2023 XC60 Recharge continues to deliver performance and all-electric and hybrid efficiency in a premium compact SUV.

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Recharge Volvo Plug-in SUV 78

Plug In Partners

JANUARY 28, 2008

Here is the outline of what the bill intends to do: SECTION 131 TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION SEC 131 Transportation Electrification DOE to establish competitive grants for electric vehicles and PHEVs to encourage early widespread use and advance production of electric (And PHEV) vehicles in USA. $90

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PHEV Energy Energy Storage Saturn 100

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2022

A First Timer for Clean Fleet Report is someone who purchased their first EV, PHEV or FCEV. The fully electric vehicles we considered were either too expensive or didn’t have the range Mark requires for work travel, so then we took a look at plug-in hybrids. Road Test: 2018 Toyota Prius Prime. Story by John Faulkner.

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Prius Toyota Plug-in Clean 82

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 1, 2018

Hyundai’s 2018 Plug-in Hybrid Ioniq ( earlier post ) is heading to dealerships now—joining the Hybrid and Electric models—with an aggressive starting price of $24,950—$5,000 less than the full battery-electric version of the Ioniq but with more than five times the range. The PHEV has a 3.3

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PHEV 2018 All-Electric Hyundai 170

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 15, 2022

The EPA fuel economy numbers of 21 mpg city/26 highway/23 combined are almost exactly what we got covering 301 miles driving through Southern California. It wouldn’t be a surprise if the next generation RDX is a hybrid or plug-in hybrid to get that fuel economy into the mid-30 miles per gallon range.

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Acura MPG Fuel Economy SUV 77

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 21, 2023

Fuel economy is EPA rated at 23/29/25 mpg for the turbocharged CX-50. Three easy-to-read round gauges with black faces and white letters, are part of a 7-inch LCD multi-information display for the speedometer, odometer, average fuel economy and many other readings. Efficient under the hood The 2.5L

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Mazda SUV MPG Fuel Economy 80

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 23, 2021

If you are looking for comfort, versatility, great looks, a very accommodating and large interior, some innovative features and surprisingly good fuel economy, the 2021 Cadillac Escalade is for you. Power and Torque and Fuel Sipping. Fuel economy for the 3.0L Road Test: 2018 Lincoln Navigator.

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Escalade Cadillac Fuel Economy MPG 95

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 7, 2022

Clean Fleet Report would not be surprised if Genesis has even more SUVs on the drawing board, with most of them being hybrids, plug-in hybrids or EVs. Running on unleaded premium, the EPA has rated the fuel economy at 19 mpg city/25 highway/21 combined. Flash Drive: 2022 Lexus NX Hybrid. A striking silhouette.

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SUV Clean Cleaning Fuel Economy 90

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 19, 2021

To aid in fuel economy the Envision has the automatic stop/start feature where the engine shuts off when coming to a stop. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Road Test: 2018 Volvo XC60. mpg average.

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Buick MPG Fuel Economy Clean 52

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 6, 2021

The EPA rates fuel economy at 24 mpg city/30 highway/26 combined. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Road Test: 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

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Mitsubishi Fuel Economy MPG Clean 52

Green Car Congress

MAY 25, 2011

Sample label for a plug-in gasoline hybrid-electric vehicle, which features fuel economy ratings for both electricity and gasoline. The US Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unveiled the next-generation of fuel economy labels. Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs).

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Fuel Economy Economy EPA Fuel 225

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

It’s unusual to find two relatively equivalent vehicles offering a choice of gas or electric fuel. You could argue a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) does that, but that’s not really true. The Q5 55 is a plug-in hybrid that packs more horsepower—362 total hp and 369 ft-.lb. The Sportback-style with incumbant technology.

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Audi Tahoe SUV Gas-Electric 90

EV Adoption

JULY 4, 2022

These include: The growth in sales of regular hybrids. In 2021, hybrid vehicles accounted for 6.9% Hybrid sales also increased 95% in 2021 and 196% since 2018. Not so coincidentally, the US government’s Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, had almost the exact same increases during this period.

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Fuel Tax Tax Electric Vehicles Fuel 98

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

Kia said it intends to expand its green car line-up from four current models to 11 by 2020, including hybrids, plug-in hybrids, battery-electric and fuel cell electric vehicles. All-new Optima Hybrid (Korea Spec K5 Hybrid). Optima PHEV and Niro hybrid. trillion won (US$10.2 Click to enlarge.

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Kia PHEV Green Vehicles Hybrid 150

Current EV

DECEMBER 22, 2019

This survey was conducted online within the United States by The Harris Poll on behalf of Volvo from October 11-17, 2018, among 1,510 U.S. The EV sector includes HEVs (Hybrid Electric Vehicles), PHEVs (Plug-In Electric Vehicles), and BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicles). Methodology. Driven largely in China, the U.S.,

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Volvo America Purchase Insight 52

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Audi presented a range of its ongoing work on electromobility and efficiency—from fuels and systems to full vehicles—under the “Future Performance Days 2015” banner. Audi is systematically driving forward the electrification of its cars with both high-voltage, electric drive e-tron models as well as lower voltage mild hybrids.

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Audi PHEV Diesel Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2015

The analysis used by federal agencies to set standards for fuel economy (CAFE) and greenhouse gas emissions for new US light-duty vehicles from 2017 to 2025 was thorough and of high caliber overall, according to a new report from the National Research Council. UMTRI Survey: US drivers want better fuel economy, don’t care how.

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Standards Fuel Economy Economy EPA 150

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

The EPA estimates the G80’s fuel economy to be 17 mpg city/26 highway/20 combined. For better economy, the 2.5L If fuel economy is a pacing item, then getting 32 mpg with the smaller displacement probably is worth foregoing the performance benefits of the larger engine. Road Test: 2018 BMW 530e xDrive PHEV.

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Fuel Economy MPG GS 450h Clean 72

Green Car Congress

MARCH 23, 2017

In the coming two years, Buick will also introduce plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in China—the brand’s largest market. This design not only optimizes vehicle acceleration and fuel economy, but also reduces engine noise while cruising. More efficiency.

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Buick Extended Range China Electric Vehicles 170

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 4, 2021

Mitsubishi introduced the Eclipse Cross in 2018 with a low entry price, hoping to attract value buyers in the hot compact crossover segment. The EPA rates fuel economy at 25 mpg city/26 highway/25 combined. Options in the diverse compact crossover market: Road Test: 2018 Mazda CX-5. Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid.

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Mitsubishi 2018 2020 Fuel Economy 52

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 23, 2021

From largest to smallest it goes Palisade, Santa Fe/Santa Fe Hybrid, Tucson/Tucson PHEV, Nexo FCEV, Kona/Kona EV and Venue. To maximize fuel economy, selecting the Normal drive mode is key to equaling or besting the EPA rating of 30 mpg city/34 highway/32 combined. Road Test: 2018 Mazda CX-3. Still fresh.

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Hyundai Fuel Economy MPG Economy 52

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The EPA has rated fuel economy for the 2022 Forester Wilderness at 25 mpg city/28 highway/26 combined, just missing the coveted AWD 30 MPG Club. Road Test: 2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure. Road Test: 2021 Toyota RAV5 Prime PHEV. Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. Road Test: 2018 Kia Sportage.

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MPG Clean Cleaning Fleet 69