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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Hybrid

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The Toyota Prius has come a long way since it debuted 22 years ago, as the second hybrid car to be sold in the United States (after the first generation Honda Insight). The 2023 Prius Hybrid is available with a single electric motor and front-wheel drive (FWD) or with dual motors for all-wheel drive (AWD). Both are mated to a 2.0-liter

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

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The 39 kilowatt (kW) electric motor adds 29 hp and 151 lb.-ft. The gas-electric punch. The slippery aerodynamics are partially due to the deflectors of smooth underbody panels that block air going to the engine when in electric mode, and tiny rear lamp fins to improve air flow, resulting in a 0.24 Effortless Efficiency.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Rio S 5-door Hatchback

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The suspension set-up for the 2,765-pound Rio had electric power steering, 15-inch alloy wheels shod with 185/65 Michelin ProContact tires, front MacPherson struts, a coupled rear Torsion Beam axle and shock absorbers at both ends. In 180 miles driving through Southern California we averaged a combined 37.7 Freshened last year.

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Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 2.0T Autobahn

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All-season, but not the most fun The variable ratio electric-power assist steering was neutral and provided accurate turning results, with the leather-wrapped steering wheel having a good, solid feel. Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 2.0T Clean Fleet Report spent a fun week in the Jetta GLI 2.0T Autobahn roaming Southern California.

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Final Test: 2021 Mazda6 Carbon Edition

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We didn’t notice a significant drop in performance running the lower octane, so over many years of ownership there could be a substantial savings in fuel cost not going for high-test. Powered by a smooth and responsive turbocharged 2.5-liter It starts with the Skyactiv-G. The EPA rates the Mazda6 2.5T at 23 mpg city/31 highway/26 combined.

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Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid XSE

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liter four-cylinder engine combined with an 88-kilowatt electric motor. Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. second 0-60 time. Topping out at more than 50 MPG. Your numbers may differ. Sweetened Exterior.

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Road Test: 2022 Honda Civic Sedan 1.5T Touring

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Honda bumps up mpg & power. Honda has really done a nice job with the 2022 Civic as the drivability is wonderful. For the all-new 2022 Civic sedan Honda has stiffened the chassis, making for tight and predictable handling. Running on 87 octane, the EPA rates the Civic 1.5L turbo at 31 mpg city/38 highway/34 combined.

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