Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 22, 2023

How Does 50+ MPG Sound? Be careful listening to self-anointed experts that owning a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is not a wise choice or viable option when buying a new car. The Toyota parallel hybrid drivetrain has a non-turbocharged 2.5-liter mpg, but in two all-electric runs we saw 49 and 51 AER.

PHEV 66

PHEV Toyota Gasoline-Electric Gasoline 66

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter The Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a 2.5-liter liter 4-cylinder while the non-hybrid models have either the gasoline 1.5-liter Hybrid System Eight years/100,000 miles. Escaping High Fuel Prices; a Natural Bridge to an EV.

Escape 89

Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 89

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The Natural Bridge to an EV Escaping the High Price of Fuel The natural bridge from a gasoline-powered car to an electric vehicle is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). Clean Fleet Report spent a week driving in Southern California for a total of 179 miles, averaging 48.2 miles per gallon combined gasoline and electricity.

Escape 79

Escape PHEV Ford Gasoline-Electric 79

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 30, 2021

liter Duramax turbodiesel is EPA rated at 22 mpg city/26 highway/24 combined. mpg, but on a 100-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we got an impressive 29.8 But nudging 30 mpg is impressive, which was aided by the engine stop/start system, which shuts off the engine rather than idling.

Sierra 96

Sierra GMC Fuel Economy MPG 96

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Plug-ins are trending in key markets around the country, although much of the action remains focused in California and other West Coast states. Chevrolet Bolt 22,799. Chevrolet Bolt/Bolt EUV – Waiting for more GM EVs. Flash Drive: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV ; News: GMC Hummer EV First Edition Sells Out ; Cadillac Lyric First Look.

Electric Cars 104

Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electric 104

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 5, 2023

After spending a fun week tooling around Southern California in the BRZ, there isn’t any argument coming from us. The BRZ is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined mpg. In our week driving through Southern California we averaged 24.7 Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Camaro RS. Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette.

MPG 83

MPG Clean Cleaning Miles 83

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. A steady road warrior Clean Fleet Report was in the Taos SEL 4Motion for a week, spending most of our time on Southern California freeways. mpg, but in a 99-mile highway run at 65 mph, we averaged 34.3

Fuel Economy 79

Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 79

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 23, 2021

high-performance at 20 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined. In 240 miles driving around Southern California we averaged 23 mpg, but in a 100-mile run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we averaged 31.2 mpg, exceeding the EPA figure. Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette. And yes, you can spin the tires!

Ford 84

Ford MPG Fuel Economy Shelby 84

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

With a new design and built on a new platform, the 2023 Honda HR-V continues to be a good value with a roomy interior and 30+ mpg. Running on 87 octane, the EPA rates the HR-V AWD at 25 mpg city/30 highway/27 combined. In 323 miles driving mostly on Southern California freeways, we averaged 28.2

Honda 76

Honda MPG Fuel Economy 2020 76

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

In 297 miles of mostly freeway driving through Southern California we averaged 22.1 mpg, but did a bit better on a 207-mile freeway run with the smart cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 25.1 Road Test: 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Flash Drive: 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe 5.3L

Hyundai 105

Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV Fleet 105

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

liter V6, the 4Motion permanent all-wheel drive system and an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission, the EPA rates the fuel economy at 17 mpg city/23 highway/19 combined. liter four-cylinder that gets 21 mpg city/24 highway/22 combined. mpg, just a touch below membership in the magic 30 MPG AWD Club.

MPG 81

MPG SUV Fuel Economy Light 81

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

are 25 mpg city/28 highway/ 26 combined. In 320 miles driving through Southern California we averaged 27.1 Our takeaway is when the Bronco Sport is loaded with a two adults and all their gear, 30 mpg will be realistic on the highway. News: Jeep Compass to Go Plug-in Hybrid. Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer.

Ford 65

Ford MPG Jeep Fuel Economy 65

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

at 24 mpg city/32 highway/27 combined while running on 87 octane. In 514 miles driving through Southern California we averaged 34.7 Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Camry.

Kia 74

Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 74

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 22, 2021

The EPA rates the CX-9 AWD at 20 mpg city/26 highway/23 combined. In 235 miles driving through Southern California, we averaged 24.1 The tires provided good grip when pushed hard on sunny and dry Southern California roads. Road Test: 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Traverse.

Mazda 52

Mazda MPG Fuel Economy SUV 52

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 23, 2021

I have driven several Chevrolet and GMC vehicles with the wonderful Duramax turbodiesel engine, so expectations were high for a luxury week behind the wheel. Duramax turbodiesel is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/26 highway/22 combined. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.

Escalade 93

Escalade Cadillac Fuel Economy MPG 93

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

The EPA rated the Santa Cruz’ fuel economy at 19 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined. In 226 miles of mostly freeway driving through Southern California we averaged 23.8 4-cylinder that gets 21 mpg city/26 highway/23 combined with front-wheel drive, and 21/27/23 mpg with AWD. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Colorado.

Hyundai 79

Hyundai MPG Clean Cleaning 79

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 15, 2024

The Joy of Driving , Malibu Style The Motor Press Guild (MPG), the Southern California non-profit association for automotive journalists, annually brings together writers with automotive manufacturer representatives and their cars. The rest of the cars and trucks at the 2024 MPG Drive Day is at the end of the story.

MPG 68

MPG Land Rover Recharge Kia 68

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 12, 2021

The EPA rates the fuel economy at 19 mpg city/26 highway/22 combined. In 236 miles of driving through Southern California, and using the adaptive cruise control when on the freeway, we averaged 26.7 The next step for the Carnival is for it to have the efficient hybrid system from the 2021 Kia Sorento.

Kia 72

Kia Minivan Fuel Economy MPG 72

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 6, 2021

Clean Fleet Report recently put about 100 miles on a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL Touring, spending most of our brief seat time on Southern California freeways. The EPA rates fuel economy at 24 mpg city/30 highway/26 combined. Road Test: 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Mitsubishi 52

Mitsubishi Fuel Economy MPG Clean 52

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Refreshed inside and out, the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV continues to be the best-selling electric car for Chevrolet and parent General Motors. The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt with a 259-mile driving range from a 150-kilowatt electric motor that drives the front wheels. Observations: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT. Better than ever.

Chevrolet 75

Chevrolet Miles Clean Cleaning 75

Current EV

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

By John Coulter, CURRENT EV CMO In its new Prime, Toyota offers a RAV4 green version that employs a hybrid drivetrain relying on a gas engine and electric motors that draw power from a plug and regenerative braking. The RAV4 Hybrid boasts several advantages over the standard RAV4, including a smoother powertrain and better fuel economy.

Miles 52

Miles PHEV Toyota Range 52

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 30, 2022

The enjoyment of driving the all-new 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid began with getting 45.4 mpg on combined highway and in-town driving through Southern California. Clean Fleet Report spent a week in the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid XL, powered by a 2.5-Liter In 225 miles driving through Southern California we averaged 45.4

Ford 87

Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 87

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Over 652 miles of mixed driving through Southern California we averaged 23.9 Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels. This fuel economy, aided by the low.29

Lexus 65

Lexus F-150 Fuel Economy MPG 65

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

This month I’ve tested two very similar cars back-to-back, I think bringing into sharp relief where we (California and the U.S.) In a few short years the launch of the Nissan Leaf and Chevrolet Volt moved us closer to that vision becoming reality. You could argue a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) does that, but that’s not really true.

Audi 88

Audi Tahoe SUV Gas-Electric 88

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

Hyundai has begun the US sales rollout of its Ioniq line of electrified vehicles, which come in hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric variants. The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge).

Plug-in 186

Plug-in Hyundai Hybrid Plug 186

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

Hyundai has begun the US sales rollout of its Ioniq line of electrified vehicles, which come in hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric variants. The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge).

Plug-in 150

Plug-in Hyundai Hybrid Plug 150

Baua Electric

MAY 4, 2024

Which automaker is adding hybrid production at its U.S. Which Lexus model has gone hybrid-only for 2025? The 2025 Lexus UX 300h has gone hybrid-only , and the most popular AWD version of this model gets a noteworthy gas-mileage boost. The UX 300h AWD now gets 43 mpg combined, and it starts around $40,000.

Acura 52

Acura Jeep Plug-in Hybrid 52

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

2014 Accord plug-in hybrid. Set to go on sale in early 2013, Honda’s 2014 Accord Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) Sedan ( earlier post ) will offer the ability to run in an all-electric mode for 10 to 15 miles and a calculated total driving range of more than 500 miles. Click to enlarge.

Plug-in 345

Plug-in 2014 Honda Plug 345

Plugs and Cars

AUGUST 18, 2007

The founders of Google have made personal investments in Tesla as befits dotcom billionaires, and they're converting Priuses to plug-in hybrids for the company fleet with battery maker A123. nk City cars when Ford brought them to California to meet its ZEV Mandate obligation. Now the relationship with EVs may be going further still.

NiMH 100

NiMH Google Prius EPRI 100

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 25, 2022

Joining the SUV lineup of Crosstrek, Forester, Outback and Ascent, the Solterra is not Subaru’s first model with a plug as the Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) debuted in 2019. News: 2024 Chevrolet Blazer & Equinox EVs. But the Solterra completely leaves gasoline behind and is all-electrons all-the-time.

All-Electric 85

All-Electric SUV Clean Cleaning 85

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 11, 2009

Nevertheless, said Frank Weber, Global Vehicle Line Executive and Chief Engineer for the Volt: The 230 city mpg number is a great indication of the capabilities of the Volt’s electric propulsion system and its ability to displace gasoline. Actual testing with production vehicles will occur next year closer to vehicle launch.

Volt 230

Volt MPG EPA GM 230

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 28, 2023

torque EPA Estimated Fuel Economy: 22 mpg city/33 highway/26 combined (Note: Official numbers TBD) Base tires: 255/40 summer tires. Fuel Economy Initial EPA estimates rate the EcoBoost at 22 mpg city/33 highway/26 combined, while the GT V8 is 14 city/23 highway/17 combined. Interested in smoking the rear tires? Story by John Faulkner.

Ford 87

Ford Fuel Economy Convert MPG 87

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

The EPA has rated the fuel economy at 21 mpg city/28 highway/24 combined. In 198 miles of mostly freeway driving through Southern California, and aided by the Idle Stop and Go (start/stop system), we averaged 25.6 four-cylinder Hybrid that gets up-to 36 mpg city/31 highway/34 combined, and the 2.5L

Hyundai 68

Hyundai MPG Fuel Economy Clean 68

Plug In Partners

JANUARY 26, 2006

Coalition Turns On to 'Plug-In Hybrids' Utilities, Localities, DaimlerChrysler Give Traction to Professor's Drive For High Mileage By JOHN J. In the 1990s, as a mechanical-engineering professor at the University of California here, Dr. Frank produced another shocker. Hybrid automobiles work with two engines.

Gasoline-Electric 100

Gasoline-Electric Plug-in Plug Recharge 100

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 28, 2021

at 23 mpg city/31 highway/26 combined. In 257 miles driving through Southern California, Clean Fleet Report averaged 27.8 This engine, with cylinder deactivation, is rated at 26 mpg city/35 highway/29 combined. Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. The EPA rates the Mazda6 2.5T

Carbon 75

Carbon Mazda MPG Clean 75

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2021

Turbo AWD at 22 mpg city/27 highway/24 combined. In 200 miles driving through Southern California we averaged 27.2 mpg and 30.1 mpg on a 106-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. Road Test: 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Plug-in Hybrid. Road Test: 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Mazda 61

Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Clean 61

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

Hyundai has begun the US roll-out of its Ioniq line-up of electrified vehicles: hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric. The Ioniq Hybrid offers up to the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg / 4.05 Of particular note is the smooth integration of the engine with the motor in the new 6-speed DCT in the hybrids.

Hyundai 150

Hyundai Plug-in PHEV Hybrid 150