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

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Improved cooling, friction and combustion technologies ensure maximum fuel efficiency, and Niro HEV returns a targeted 53 mpg combined and an estimated driving range of 588 miles. When it is connected to a Level 2 charger, the Niro PHEV can refill its 11.1-kWh kWh lithium-ion polymer battery in under three hours.

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Toyota launches new RAV4 PHEV in Japan

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The front motor and inverter achieve more powerful output than the RAV4 hybrid system, and the combination with the new model, high-capacity, high-output lithium-ion battery achieves maximum system output of 225 kW, facilitating sporty, powerful driving.

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

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liters/100 km (84 mpg US), which corresponds to 65 g CO 2 /km emissions. The high-voltage lithium-ion battery of the S 500 Plug-In can be externally recharged via the charging socket in the right side of the rear bumper. seconds, and the plug-in hybrid has an all-electric range of up to 33 km (20.5 l/100 km.).

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Hyundai boosts range in refreshed IONIQ EV to ~170 miles

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IONIQ Hybrid with an EPA estimated 58 combined MPG remains the fuel economy leader for a non-plug-in vehicle. powered by a lithium-ion-polymer battery with 1.56 kWh lithium-ion-polymer battery. Drivers of the new 2020 IONIQ Electric can also enjoy 170 miles (274 km) of range thanks to an upgraded 38.3-kWh

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MINI Cooper SE EV making show debut at IAA; MINI boosts electric range of Countryman PHEV up to 35 miles

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The energy required to propel the car with such vivacity is sourced from a latest-generation lithium-ion battery enabling a range of 235 to 270 kilometers (146 – 168 miles). liters per 100 kilometers (112 to 124 mpg US) and 47 – 43 grams per kilometer respectively. seconds, with 7.3

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Mercedes-Benz introducing diesel E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID with fuel economy of 56 mpg US; gasoline-engined E 400 HYBRID model to follow

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L of diesel/100 km (56 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km. kWh lithium-ion battery pack, the modular hybrid system requires little installation space and weighs around 100 kg. motor alone until the battery needs recharging. E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) In combination with a 19 kW, 0.8

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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Although the powertrains remain the same, the new Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a comprehensive exterior and interior redesign, safety, suspension and new and improved infotainment and connectivity features. Sonata Hybrid SE has preliminary internal estimates of 39 mpg (6.03 l/100 km) in the city, 45 mpg (5.22

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