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We made 0-60 mph runs in 7.1 The undetectable and seamless transitions have the Crown Hybrid EPA fuel economy rated at 42 mpg city/41 highway/41 combined. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewers driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Story by John Faulkner.
Maybe when they strap-in and experience a blistering, snap-your-head-back zero-to-60 mph of 2.7 Dropping the power top (at up-to 30 mph) took 14 seconds (raising it takes 16 seconds), was a big hit with the wondering public as it disappeared and reappeared from the power trunk. seconds, their smile will be the tell for what they think.
Clean Fleet Report recently spent a week in the 2025 RX 450h+ Luxury AWD plug-in hybrid, which lived up to the Lexus premium reputation while delivering impressive hybrid fuel economy. Running on 91 octane, the fuel economy is rated at 35 mpg on gasoline alone in city and highway tests with 37 all-electric miles when fully charged.
The first thing we noticed was the performancethe 300 horsepower and 354 pound-feet of torque comes on quick and smooth, turning 0-60 mph in about 4.7 Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report sponsored newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. Story by John Faulkner.
Clean and Efficient Power & fuel economy Available in two trimsSport and Sport Touringthe 2025 Civic Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter Running on 87 octane, the EPA rates the Civic Hybrid at 50 mpg city/47 highway and 49 combined. Oh, the 50+ mpg almost slipped by! miles per gallon. miles per gallon. Your numbers may differ.
0-60 mph: 4.5 of torque 0-60 mph: 5.0 Clean Fleet Report drove the Lightning Pro around Southern California for a week. The driving experience was pleasant and even enjoyable with all the performance needed, as 0-60 mph in 4.3 We put on a total of 510 miles. 470 miles were on the highway, delivering 2.7 miles per kWh.
Clean Fleet Report will write a more detailed Road Test review in the coming months when we have more seat time in the EV. Smooth looks, longer range, more power Front-Wheel Drive Single motor Horsepower: XLE: 168; XLE Plus and Limited: 221 0-60 mph: 8.0 The initial rush of power was linear and didnt drop off until well past 65 mph.
Clean Fleet Report usually doesnt get too wrapped-up in the marketing lingo of the auto companies but when they tagged the Hummer EV pickup as a Supertruck who were we to argue? second 0-60 mph time is very believable. kW per mile, which is a woeful number compared to other EVs Clean Fleet Report has tested. The claimed 3.5
When Clean Fleet Report had the opportunity in April 2024 to drive the all-new 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N on a race track, we jumped at the chance. Taming a Beast The all-wheel drive (AWD) 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5N is powered by dual motors that scoot it along 0-60 mph in a seat-pinning 3.4 Our experience is linked at the end of this story.
This four-door sedan is BMWs best-selling EV and comes in trim levels of eDrive35, xDrive40, m50, or eDrive40, which is the one Clean Fleet Report tested. Silent Propulsion Sounds optional Clean Feet Report drove the i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe. The performance was impressive, with the i4 returning 0-60 mph runs at 5.5
Clean Fleet Report is familiar with the Mercedes-Benz electrified models, having previously reviewed the EQE 350 4Matic EV sedan , EQE 500 4Matic EV sedan , EQS 580 EV 4Matic sedan and the S500 4Matic Mild Hybrid. The performance was impressive, with the 5,681-pound EQE returning 0-60 mph runs at 4.7 That’s the beauty of EV torque.
0-60 mph: 4.5 0-60 mph: 3.4 0-60 mph: 2.9 0-60 mph: 2.5 seconds AER: TBD * Release date has not been announced* Clean Fleet Report spent a week in the 2025 Rivian R1T Tri pickup testing the massive horsepower and torque and getting a feel for a unique looking pickup on the market. -ft. 0-60 mph: 2.5
Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews, including a full review soon of the 2025 ID.Buzz AWD. of torque 91 kWh maximum/86 kWh usable 11 kW onboard charger 0 – 60 mph: 6.9 As we used to say in the 1960s—Groovy, Baby! Story by John Faulkner.
Power and Range The 2025 Polestar 3 comes in three variants: Long Range Dual Motor, Long Range Dual Motor Performance and the Long Range Single Motor, which Clean Fleet Report drove. In a few 0-60 mph runs we averaged a respectable 7.5 The clean Scandinavian design theme thrives in the cockpit. miles per kWh of battery.
Scooting 0-60 mph is about 7.2 The top speed is set at 104 mph, but we highly recommend not pushing it that high. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. seconds, which is plenty fast for merging onto highways. foot turning diameter.
This Flash Drive gives a quick look at the Ioniq 9, with a more detailed Road Test review when Clean Fleet Report has the Ioniq 9 for a week or more. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all news stories and vehicle reviews. What Is the Ioniq 9? Story by John Faulkner.
New York City Clean Air Taxi rules are successful in cutting emissions and reducing air pollution, [link] to a new study by researchers at the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and Drexel University. mpg, and corresponding estimates of nitric oxide (NO) and total particulate (PM T ). Treat, Kimberly R.
Three new Audi TDI clean diesel models far exceeded their EPA fuel economy ratings in completing the “Truth in 48” cross-country efficiency drive that covered more than 2,850 miles between Southern California and New York. Results were: A6 TDI: 43.561 mpg at an average speed of 62.44 A7 TDI: 42.653 mpg at an average speed of 62.17
mpg US) (European cycle) and CO 2 emissions to 109 g/km; this marks a reduction in consumption and CO 2 emissions in the EU test cycle by as much as 0.4 mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 114–124 g/km. mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 109–119 g/km, depending on the tire format fitted. l/100 km (57.4 l/100 km (52.3 – 57.4 seconds), 7.9
TDI Clean Diesel; and the 2.0L Volkswagen’s DSG 6-speed dual-clutch transmission will be offered on the TDI Clean Diesel and 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel engine produces 140 hp (104 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 N·m) of torque. The optional 6-speed automatic offers manufacturer estimates of 22 mpg city, 29 mpg highway.
liters per 100 km (32 mpg US), which is equivalent to CO 2 emissions of 195 grams per kilometer (314 g/mile). This V6 diesel accelerates the Q7 from a standstill to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.9 seconds and reaches its top speed at 215 km/h (134 mph) or, with adaptive air suspension, 218 km/h (135 mph). TDI clean diesel.
The all electric, zero emissions car can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.2 Through Hertz’s Living Journey, 74% of Hertz’s cars average 28+ mpg and the Company’s Green Traveler Collection features low emission and fuel efficient vehicles which average better than 48+ mpg and includes a range of Hybrids, electric, CNG, and clean diesel vehicles.
Built off of the MQB Modular Transverse Matrix components set ( earlier post ), the CrossBlue offers a manufacturer-estimated 35 mpg (6.72 l/100km) combined (37 mpg highway and 33 mpg city), 89 mpge (2.64 The powertrain produces up to 306 hp (228 kW) and 516 lb-ft (700 N·m ) of torque: 0 to 60 mph is estimated to take 7.0
mph/109 km/h). Neste’s NEXBTL renewable diesel is a low-carbon, clean burning diesel fuel that meets the requirements of ASTM D-975 (the US fuel standard) as well as the CARB diesel requirements (The Californian fuel standard). liter TDI diesel engine.
Economical, clean, soothing, relaxing, quiet, thrilling. Hybrids are great. Okay, perhaps not the last one, as thrills are conspicuously absent from many hybrids on the market today. However, some carmakers are changing that image with powerful and luxurious models--and Lexus is one of those carmakers.
l/100 km (56 mpg US) for the 60 PS model and 4.3 l/100 km (55 mpg US) for the 75 PS model. It is automatically active at speeds under 30 km/h (19 mph), and it uses a laser sensor to detect the risk of an imminent collision. Combined fuel consumption as a BlueMotion Technology version (including a Stop/Start system) is 4.2
announced that the 2012 Prius Plug-in has been approved for the State of California’s Clean Vehicle Rebate Program ( CVRP ). Designed to promote the use of Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEV) and related clean vehicle technologies, the CVRP is a consumer incentive made available in addition to a $2,500 Federal Tax credit.
TDI clean diesel. liters fuel per 100 km (50 mpg US); its CO 2 emissions are 109 grams per km (175g/mile). seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph), and the car’s top speed with this engine is 213 km/h (132 mph). seconds for the standard sprint to 100 km/h and reaches a top speed of 235 km/h (146 mph).
TDI clean diesel quattro, and the S5 Sportback. TFSI from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 11.1 Both versions reach a top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph) and, on average, consume just 5.5 mpg), with 127 grams of CO 2 per kilometer (204 g/mile). TDI clean diesel quattro. TFSI, the low-emission A4 3.0 Audi debuted the 3.0
Additionally, this also allows increasing the top speed of all-electric operation from 79 mph to 83 mph. With these updates that prioritize enhanced efficiency, economy and performance, the 2021 Outlander PHEV achieves a combined 74 MPGe and 26 MPG. The Outlander PHEV’s main drive battery capacity also grows from 12.0
mpg US) and CO 2 emissions range from 99 to 107 g/km. The design brief for the new-generation PureTech engines called for a clean break in powertrain development. Top speed is up 7 mph (11 km/h), and fuel economy is also improved by up to 1.5 mpg US), while CO 2 emissions are a full 38 g/km lower at 99 g/km. l/100km (52.3
Production of the 2014 model year Prius Plug-in begins in October with pricing taking effect when these models arrive in showrooms in November.The Prius Plug-in qualifies for a Federal Tax Credit of up to $2,500 in addition to the State of California’s Clean Vehicle Rebate Program (CVRP) which offers a $1,500 rebate.
diesel delivering 184 horsepower (137 kW), 280 lb-ft (380 N·m) of torque, CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km, and a NEDC combined fuel economy figure of 56 mpg US (4.2 l/100 km)—also a marked improvement over the A6 GTD’s 43 mpg. l/100 km)—also a marked improvement over the A6 GTD’s 43 mpg. With a new 2.0L
TDI clean diesel even consumes 0.2 TDI clean diesel has fuel consumption of 8.9 mpg US) to 9.9 mph) equal the driving performance of a powerful sports car. The 176 kW (240 bhp) Q7 3.0 TDI delivers as much as 550 N·m (406 lb-ft) between 2,000 and 2,250 rpm, yet on the EU cycle it consumes 9.1 L/100km (25.85 liters (0.05
If you vary your speed up and down between 45 and 52 mph every 18 seconds, this increases fuel use by 20%. You use 20% more fuel if you drive your car at 75 mph instead of 62 mph. The post 6 Easy Ways to Boost Car MPG first appeared on Clean Fleet Report. Your driving style can greatly affect fuel efficiency.
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. Prices are MSRP.
This combination powers the X1 sDrive28i and xDrive28i from 0-60 mph in 6.2 Preliminary EPA mileage estimates are 24 mpg city/33 mpg highway/27 mpg combined (9.8, L/100km) for the X1 sDrive28i while the AWD X1 xDrive28i has preliminary EPA estimates of 22 mpg city/30 mpg highway/25 mpg combined (10.7,
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. Aggressive fuel cut-off during deceleration down to zero mph for added fuel savings. Malibu ECO’s eAssist system is mated to a 2.4L
l/100 km (57 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km. The new BMW 328i accelerates from 0 to 00 km/h (62 mph) in 5.9 seconds, on its way to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). mpg US), an 11% improvement on its 160 kW/218 hp predecessor. This sedan model accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.0
liters of diesel per 100 km (44 mpg US) and emits 139 g CO 2 /km. CDTI diesel engine with the Clean Tech System delivers 118 kW (160 hp) and has maximum torque of 380 N·m (280 lb-ft). The Insignia ecoFLEX Sports Tourer accelerates to a top speed of 215 km/h (134 mph) and accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 9.9 seconds.
Competing aircraft must demonstrate at least 100 mph and 200 passenger mpg on a 200-mile flight. Their batteries will be recharged using clean geo-thermal based electricity from The Geysers geo-thermal fields in the Mayacama Mountains North of Santa Rosa. The $10-million Ansari-X Prize was for suborbital spaceflight.).
Maximum speed is 180 km/h (112 mph) for the manual version. L/100km (57 mpg US). The Direct Injection Gasoline-Supercharger (DIG-S) engine produces 72 kW (97 hp) and 142 N·m (105 lb-ft), while CO 2 emissions are 95 g/km for the manual version and 115 g/km for the CVT version.
TDI Clean Diesel EA288 engine ( earlier post ) with an EPA-rated highway fuel economy rating of 46 mpg with the manual transmission (45 mpg automatic). liter diesels currently fitted in Audi and Volkswagen TDI Clean Diesel models. 2015 Jetta TDI. % Δ City mpg (l/100km). Highway mpg (l/100 km).
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