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AAA tests show premium fuel benefits some vehicles, but comes at a high cost

Green Car Congress

The trend toward recommending or requiring higher-octane fuel continues to rise as manufacturers work toward meeting stringent CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) standards. —Megan McKernan, manager of the Automobile Club of Southern California’s Automotive Research Center. Last year, nearly 1.5 improvement.

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

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First debuting in 2017, the Niro is a key model for Kia as it offers three different propulsion choices, all of which offer excellent fuel economy or all-electric driving range. We fully understand the Niro is not made for speed but for efficiency, and are confident buyers will gladly trade speed for stellar hybrid fuel economy.

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Road Test: 2024 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring

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from engine 17-inch alloy wheels EPA Fuel Economy: 51 mpg city/44 highway/48 combined Sport, Sport-L and Touring 2.0-liter Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience. liter non-turbocharged 4-cylinder 204 hp 134 lb.-ft. mpg combined.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

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All-New Updated Styling+Higher MPG and Longer Range. The 2023 Kia Niro hybrid is the class leader in fuel economy. The Niro hybrid has an EPA estimated fuel economy of between 49 and 53 miles per gallon, depending if equipped with 16-inch or 18-inch wheels, delivering a driving range of up to 588 miles.

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News: 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander

Clean Fleet Report

Toyota pulled the sheet off the Grand Highlander at the 2023 Chicago Auto Show , showing not only a stretched version of their popular SUV, but also some premium touches that make it “grand” in more ways than length. The Hybrid Max has an estimated 0-60 mph time in the low six-second range, and it can tow up to 5,000 pounds.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

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. The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. The Niro PHEV is powered by a 1.6-liter Adding electric miles.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage

Clean Fleet Report

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). EPA Fuel Economy: TBD, should be similar to hybrid; 32-mile all-electric range. Front-Wheel Drive (FWD). FWD and AWD.

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