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Plug-in hybrids dominate market penetration in 2025 under CAR scenario IV (62 mpg CAFE standard). the EPA/NHTSA Technical Assessment Report for the upcoming CAFE regulations: 47, 51, 56 and 62 mpg. least-cost) technology mix for each scenario. The results for each fuel economy scenario are: Scenario I: (47 mpg CAFE standard, 37.6
However, it is also more fuel efficient, picking up 2 mpg on the EPA combined cycle rating—an increase of 9% over the 2017 model. (As As an additional cost of operation benefit, the new 2018 Tiguan runs on regular; its predecessor looked for premium.). The 2017 Tiguan with 4Motion drops down to 21 mpg combined.
Used Priuses, especially the Generation 2 that were made from 2004 to 2009 are becoming a bargain to buy, especially for the MPG and features you get in return. The official fuel consumption is 5 l/100 km (47 mpg US) and that is bang on for us as well. l/100 km (51 mpg US) in the summer, and 5.3 l/100 km (44 mpg US) in winter.
The undetectable and seamless transitions have the Crown Hybrid EPA fuel economy rated at 42 mpg city/41 highway/41 combined. The rear is smooth with LED lighting, including a strip connecting the lights, and a gloss black accent panel on the upper trunk. The silver trim appears again on the lower rear fascia.
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. Connectivity includes Bluetooth streaming audio, hands-free telephone and messaging. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.
Operational flexibility is also improved with fast recharge capability using a plug-in connection, as well as options for en-route charging when a pantograph or charge plate infrastructure is available. liter engine is downsized by about 50% in terms of displacement and can achieve up to 10 mpg, significantly lowering the carbon footprint.
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A simple push of a button connects to a friendly representative to handle emergencies, directions and general assistance to make your driving experience safer and more enjoyable. Because of this we dont address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Photos by John Faulkner and Cadillac. [
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If a responsive, tightly connected-to-the-road experience is not what excites you, there is an eight-passenger SUV somewhere with your name on it. 2022 Jetta and Jetta GLI—HP & MPG. Topping 40 mpg on the highway is a big plus for this compact sedan, though we can’t talk how it felt on the road–yet. four-cylinder.
Estimated highway fuel economy is 22 mpg city and 34 mpg US (6.9 If the exhaust passages of cylinder one and three were connected, the exhaust gas pulse from cylinder three would increase the back pressure of cylinder one. four-cylinder more power than many V6 engines, all on regular fuel. By the end of Hyundai’s 24/7 version 2.0
We didnt do any towing, but our Lightning Pro was equipped with the optional Max Trailer Tow Package ($1,100) that comes with trailer backup and trailer hitch assist, trailer reverse guidance, trailer brake controller, a smart hitch, onboard scales, trailer camera, and a smart trailer tow connection. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [
40+ MPG Small SUV Starting Under $25,000 The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, a five-passenger small SUV, is nicely equipped at a low starting price of $24,960. Fuel economy for the Corolla Cross Hybrid is EPA rated at 45 mpg city/38 highway/42 combined. liter, 16-valve 4-cylinder engine combined with the two electric motors.
Narrow LED tail lights, with a connecting light strip, take-up little space on the rear. Wi-Fi Connect includes an AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot with compatibility for streaming for Apple Music and Amazon Music. Because of this we dont address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.
litre engine has been developed with the latest turbocharging, fuel injection, combustion system, structural design and low-friction technologies to deliver significant improvements in fuel efficiency, performance and operating refinement, while delivering the durability and low cost-of-ownership demanded for a Transit power unit.
This combination delivers EPA fuel economy numbers of 33 mpg city/41 highway/36 combined. As a test, part of those miles were driven with the cruise control set at 65 mph where we averaged 44 mpg, and at 60 mph resulting in 51.4 All the right connections. Your numbers may differ. Driving Experience: On the Road.
This layout gives exceptional 50:50 weight balance, providing an engaged driving feel of being connected to the road. The sound system works for the FM HD radio, SiriusXM, apps, connected services, Alexa Built-in and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Tight in back The configurable 12.3-inch
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The hybrid delivers an EPA estimated of 30 mpg city/31 highway/30 combined. mpg, but over a 110-mile all-freeway run that average bumped-up a bit to 32.2 The elegant blacked-out grille has a slim light bar connecting the illuminated Lincoln Star emblem. For comparison, the non-hybrid gets 21/29/24.
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. mpg, but in a 99-mile highway run at 65 mph, we averaged 34.3 All the connections–and knobs! Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.
Such horsepower and torque numbers can mean so-so fuel economy, but that was not the case with the EPA rating at 21 mpg city/29 highway/24 combined. mpg, but in a 180-mile all-freeway run with the cruise control set at 65 mph we averaged 32.9 In 286 miles driving through Southern California, we averaged 27.2
at 23 mpg city/31 highway/26 combined. This engine, with cylinder deactivation, is rated at 26 mpg city/35 highway/29 combined. inch color touchscreen centers the dashboardl providing data from the Mazda Connect and Connected Services , including navigation. The EPA rates the Mazda6 2.5T Driving Experience: On the Road.
Honda bumps up mpg & power. turbo at 31 mpg city/38 highway/34 combined. mpg combined, with a 90-mile all-freeway run, using the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, the average bumped up to 40.8 non-turbo, fuel economy estimates are 30 mpg city/37 highway/37 combined. 50+ MPG and good handling, too.
Toyota has rated the 2023 Prius hybrid at between 50 and 57 miles per gallon (mpg), with the higher range for the FWD models. In our short time driving the Prius AWD, the fuel economy dash meter was reading 54 mpg. USB ports and Wi-Fi Connect, with an AT&T hotspot, are standard on all models.
On a 110-mile freeway run, setting the adaptive cruise control at 65 mph, after fully charging the battery, we averaged 58 mpg. Saving the battery charge for when on city streets, and leaving the efficient hybrid engine to do its thing on the highway, is how that gaudy 50+ mpg number is reached. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [
Duramax turbodiesel is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/26 highway/22 combined. When fully loaded or pulling a trailer, mileage numbers may be less, but getting oh-so-close to 30 mpg is impressive for a 6,015-pound SUV. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.
The EPA has rated fuel economy at 23 mpg city/30 highway/26 combined. The electric power steering was properly tuned to feel connected to the road, making for a fun drive that is more similar to a crossover than a truck. FordPass Connect offers convenience features such as keyless entry and remote locking and engine start.
at 24 mpg city/32 highway/27 combined while running on 87 octane. The LED tail lights connect across the trunk by a distinctive dashed light pattern. Connectivity was through USB ports, Bluetooth streaming audio, and hands-free telephone with wireless charging. The EPA rates the 2022 K5 GT 2.5L
Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid How Does 53+ MPG Sound? Head of the hybrid MPG class Hybrid Efficiency Efficient, but not quick The 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid running on 87 octane is the class leader in fuel economy. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.
Great style, drives equally as well as it looks, and gets more than 37 mpg. The distinctive rear end design is dominated by vertical LED tail lights and a connecting light strip, stretching from edge-to-edge on the power hands-free lift gate. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 37 mpg city/36 highway/37 combined. Need we go on?
The 2023 UX 250h runs on 87 octane and is EPA rated at 43 mpg city/41 highway/42 combined. Connectivity is through two front and rear USB-C ports and a USB-A port in the center console. Voice commands connect with Siri EyesFree and Google Assistant by saying “Hey, Lexus” or “Hi, Lexus.”
The EPA rated the Santa Cruz’ fuel economy at 19 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined. 4-cylinder that gets 21 mpg city/26 highway/23 combined with front-wheel drive, and 21/27/23 mpg with AWD. It may seem like a small thing, but for some not having that connecting point at a 90º angle will affect access. The light show.
Surprising fuel economy and range The EPA rates the F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid at 22 mpg for city/24 highway/23 combined. mpg, which included 63 all-electric miles. mpg, but the impressive numbers were on a 70-mile run on Interstate 5, from Dana Point to Oceanside and back. This means the driving range, with the 30.6-gallon
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.
fuel economy at 19 mpg city/26 highway/21 combined, with one mile more on the highway for the FWD model. The key to nudging close to that magic 30 mpg number, is setting the adaptive cruise control and letting it be. turbocharged engine which is EPA rated at 22 mpg city/29 highway/25 combined. The EPA has rated the Blazer AWD 3.6L
Gets more than 50 mpg. This horizontal lighting connects the brake lights, which have small air flow fins. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 45 mpg city/51 highway/47 combined: numbers that make Clean Fleet Report smile as we are happy to drive a car that is a serious fuel sipper. Making a Case to Consider a Sedan.
Fuel economy for the 2025 Camry is rated at 48 mpg city/47 highway/47 combined. mpg, which reflects not spending much time in-town driving. The electric power steering was neutral with a positive connection to the road with good feedback. The unnoticeable transitions can be monitored by viewing the dash gauges.
The sacrifice will be a bit less fuel economy off the EPA rating of 19 mpg city/28 highway/22 combined (the four-cylinder engine clocks in at 23/32/26; AWD versions take off about one mpg). mpg, with 180 miles on an all-freeway run with the cruise control set at 65 mph and in Tour, we averaged 31.2 Your numbers may differ.
Using 87 octane fuel, the engine and transmission combination earned an EPA fuel economy rating of 36 mpg city/36 highway/36 combined. The system can be connected to an iPhone through a HDMI cord or wirelessly to an Android phone. Connectivity and power were through multiple USB ports, 120-volt power outlets and a 1,500-watt inverter.
mpg on combined highway and in-town driving through Southern California. The EPA has rated the Maverick Hybrid’s fuel economy at 42 mpg city/33 highway and 37 combined. mpg with the best fuel economy on an all-city 45-mile run where the average was a stellar 46.7 Fuel Economy King in a Not-So-Small Pickup. Basic, but up-to-date.
Fuel economy for the 2022 UX 250h, which runs on 87 octane gasoline, is EPA rated at 41 mpg city/38 highway/39 combined, but in the Eco drive mode our time traversing Southern California highways covered 221 miles at an average of 42.7 mpg, and on short in-town runs I was getting in excess of 50 mpg.
The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. You had me at 46 MPG. These driving routes were chosen for their scenic variety, and the 80-percent highway/20-percent city driving mix that covered 630 miles resulting in an average of 58 mpg. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.
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