Remove Connected Remove International Remove MPG Remove Standards
article thumbnail

2019 Honda Insight production model to make global debut at New York International Auto Show; series hybrid with 55 mpg city

Green Car Congress

The all-new, production version of the 2019 Insight ( earlier post ) will make its global production debut at the 2018 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Honda estimates the Insight will deliver up to 55 mpg (4.27 l/100 km) in the city. Advanced safety technology.

article thumbnail

Second-generation Kia Niro debuts in hybrid, PHEV and EV variants

Green Car Congress

The all-new Kia Niro CUV made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show. A 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is standard in HEV and PHEV. When it is connected to a Level 2 charger, the Niro PHEV can refill its 11.1-kWh All Niro models are front-wheel-drive. The Niro HEV features a 1.6-liter

PHEV 425
article thumbnail

Toyota introduces new 2020 Highlander and hybrid at New York International Auto Show; TNGA-K platform

Green Car Congress

Toyota introduced the next-generation three-row 2020 Highlander SUV at the New York International Auto Show. The system delivers a combined 240 horsepower and an EPA-estimated 34 combined MPG. The latter is a 17% improvement over the previous-generation Highlander Hybrid’s 28 combined MPG. Toyota Safety Sense 2.0

article thumbnail

2019 Prius offered with new electric all-wheel drive system

Green Car Congress

Toyota projects fuel economy of 52 mpg city / 48 mpg highway / 50 mpg combined for the AWD-e model, and estimates that the AWD-e model—which is debuting at the LA Auto Show—could account for as much as 25% of annual US Prius sales. Due to ultra-low internal friction and efficient combustion, the 2ZR-FXE 1.8-liter

Prius 294
article thumbnail

New Ford Fiesta ECOnetic van offers 71 mpg US

Green Car Congress

mpg US) or better (measured according to the technical requirements and specifications of the European Regulation (EC) 715/2007 as last amended). l/100 km (71 mpg US), equivalent to 87 gCO 2 /km. Following on from the new Transit Custom, Fiesta Van also offers the in-car connectivity system Ford SYNC. l/100 km (63.6

MPG 210
article thumbnail

Toyota boosts 2023 Corolla Hybrid; starting MSRP $1,250 lower than 2022 Corolla Hybrid

Green Car Congress

Next-generation Toyota Audio Multimedia equips all 2023 Corolla Hybrid models with an 8-inch high-resolution touch screen and added capabilities, including standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. The sporty SE gains new standard Smart Key, enhanced Sport driving mode tuning and red interior accents replacing blue.

Hybrid 459
article thumbnail

Mercedes-Benz S 500 Plug-In Hybrid goes on sale; 84 mpg US

Green Car Congress

liters/100 km (84 mpg US), which corresponds to 65 g CO 2 /km emissions. The energy management system automatically selects the combination of internal combustion engine and e-machine and in so doing not only adapts its strategy according to the load status of the battery, but also adjusts it according to the traffic or route.

Plug-in 262