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APRIL 5, 2022

While some SUVs have numb steering, reducing road feel, this was not the case with the Escape PHEV, as there was never a time or situation where we felt disconnected from the tires and the road, including feeling planted around sweeping turns. The full EVs as just starting to arrive (like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 ).

Escape 91

Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 91

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JULY 22, 2021

Driving Fun in a Three-Row Crossover SUV. The up-market interior on the CX-9 Signature has a luxury feel usually found in a premium crossover SUV. The dash layout is logical, simple and clean, with three round gauges (tachometer, speedometer and water temperature/fuel) with black faces and white letters were easy to read.

Mazda 52

Mazda MPG Fuel Economy SUV 52

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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.

All-Electric 87

All-Electric SUV Clean Cleaning 87

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Tesla helped former shareholder Toyota to bring back the Toyota RAV4 EV , an electric SUV and also aided its other OEM shareholder, Daimler (which also has since divested its Tesla shares), with the Smart ED and B-Class Electric. Kia/Hyundai/Genesis – Coming on Strong. Road Test: 2019 BMW i8 Roadster.

Electric Cars 105

Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electric 105

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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. With that stiffer suspension, cornering was quite good and capable for a compact SUV. Flash Drive: 2019 Jeep Cherokee.

Tucson 76

Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 76

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JANUARY 1, 2023

The ubiquitous SUV, crossover or truck have become the belle of the ball, getting all the attention while the poor four-door sedan is like the kid that gets picked last for the baseball team. Kia does make two very capable sporty sedans, the Stinger and the K5 , that will satisfy your carving needs. Road Test: 2022 Kia K5.

Hyundai 83

Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 83

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APRIL 3, 2023

In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. We welcome any feedback from vehicle owners and are dedicated to providing a forum for alternative viewpoints. Photos by John Faulkner and Mazda. [ Please let us know your views at publisher@cleanfleetreport.com.

Mazda 90

Mazda PHEV San Francisco Plug-in 90

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JANUARY 5, 2023

If you are ready to scrap the minivan and SUV, get down to your local Subaru dealer and tell the sales representative you need to take a long, winding test drive. Road Test: 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF. Road Test: 2019 Hyundai Veloster (now out of production). Flash Drive: 2023 Kia EV6 GT. Photos by Lex Adams and Subaru. [

MPG 85

MPG Clean Cleaning Miles 85

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MARCH 19, 2021

First introduced as a 2016 model, this Chinese-built compact crossover had a facelift in 2019 (when we last tested it ), and two short years later, is all-new for 2021. Road Test: 2019 Jaguar I-Pace EV. Road Test: 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid. Flash Drive: 2019 Infiniti QX50. All-New Sleek Design with Premium Touches.

Buick 52

Buick MPG Fuel Economy Clean 52

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APRIL 17, 2021

With the coupe-like design, the sleek lines will cause you to pause about buying a crossover SUV. Road Test: 2021 Kia K5. Road Test: 2019 Ford Fusion Energi. Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

Hyundai 71

Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 71

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APRIL 9, 2021

In a world obsessed with crossovers and SUVs, this is a car that looks like a tall sedan but actually provides hatchback practicality, including a fold-up panel for grocery bags that includes hooks and a strap. Ones to watch include the upcoming BMW i4 and recently announced Kia EV6, but you can’t buy one of those yet.

Volvo 81

Volvo San Francisco Google All-Electric 81

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NOVEMBER 7, 2021

The midsize Santa Fe has been one of Hyundai’s best-selling SUVs, so when it was time for some updates they weren’t going to just make it prettier, but also better to keep ahead of the pack. In general, the Santa Fe is a comfortable riding and handling SUV. The first Santa Fe debuted in 2000 as a small SUV.

Hyundai 69

Hyundai MPG Fuel Economy Clean 69

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DECEMBER 25, 2022

Midsize SUV with Sporty Styling. Putting the sport in SUV. The transmission/engine combination makes for an engaging-to-drive SUV with plenty of power and torque. An impressive time to move a 4,295-pound SUV. Road Test: 2019 Ford Edge. Road Test: 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid. Engine and Drive Choices.

Chevrolet 87

Chevrolet MPG SUV Fuel Economy 87

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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. If you are planning to leave paved surfaces, take a look at the CX-50 , which Mazda says is a “rugged and capable crossover SUV, purpose-built for active lifestyles.”

Mazda 71

Mazda Clean Cleaning MPG 71

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JUNE 26, 2021

And when you are ready to move into a larger crossover SUV, Mazda makes the equally appealing midsize CX-9, so there may not be a need to leave the Mazda family. Road Test: 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Road Test: 2019 Subaru Forester. Flash Drive: 2019 Jeep Cherokee. Road Test: 2018 Kia Sportage.

Mazda 62

Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Clean 62

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OCTOBER 25, 2021

The newest addition to the Subaru SUV family, smallest to largest, Crosstrek, Forester, Outback and Ascent, the compact Forester Wilderness is a beefed-up version of the already popular Forester, offering more off-road capability with an extra splash of rugged demeanor. Flash Drive: 2019 Jeep Cherokee. Road Test: 2018 Kia Sportage.

MPG 68

MPG Clean Cleaning Fleet 68

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 25, 2023

Offered in both a sedan and hatchback, if a car company needed to have just one four-door non-SUV, then they couldn’t do much better than the Mazda3. The Mazda3 hatchback cuts a figure with a refined design that is as eye-catching now as when it was introduced in 2019. Please let us know your views at publisher@cleanfleetreport.com.

Mazda 66

Mazda MPG Clean Cleaning 66

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JULY 11, 2021

Competing with the Audi A6, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, BMW 5-Series , Kia Stinger , Genesis G70 , Polestar 2 and the Lexus ES , the CT5 brings credible performance with the base engine, and has an overall attractive design that grabs attention. Road Test: 2019 Genesis G70. Road Test: 2018 Kia Stinger. Road Test: 2021 Polestar 2.

Cadillac 93

Cadillac MPG Fuel Economy Clean 93

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DECEMBER 28, 2021

As noted in the opening, the Mazda6 is going away partly due to consumers wanting pickup trucks, crossovers and SUVs, and also that the Mazda6, and the Mazda brand, are not on enough shopping lists when people are considering a new car. Road Test: 2021 Kia K5. Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. Story by John Faulkner.

Carbon 76

Carbon Mazda MPG Clean 76

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JANUARY 20, 2022

This may be the best-looking crossover to come from Mazda, which is saying a lot as Mazda is respected for having the sharpest looking crossovers and SUVs on the road. Road Test: 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric. Road Test: 2020 Kia Niro EV. Is that something designers do? Photos by John Faulkner and Mazda. [

Mazda 84

Mazda Gasoline-Electric Clean Cleaning 84