Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 23, 2025

Using the adaptive cruise control set between 65 and 70 mph and selecting the Normal drive mode, we averaged 50.3 Yes, even sedans can be great in a world of trucks, crossovers and SUVs. Because of this we dont address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. miles per gallon.

Civic Hybrid

Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Mercedes promises a 0-60 mph time of 6.2 seconds, a little slower than the gas-powered midrange GLC, and a top speed of 135 mph as a hybrid, or 87 mph in its electric drive mode. The exorbitant cost of EA charging aside, the GLC 350e performs remarkably like the other GLC cars, with about 700 pounds more packed into it, that is.

Mercedes

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 12, 2025

0-60 mph: 4.5 0-60 mph: 3.4 0-60 mph: 2.9 0-60 mph: 2.5 Heavy performance Performance Excitement If you have driven any electric vehicle, you know the acceleration is fast and quick, with some manufacturers trying to outdo each other with the shortest time to 60 or 100 mph. AM radio is not available.

All-Electric

InsideEVs

AUGUST 4, 2025

His Model S accelerated through an intersection at just over 60 mph, hitting a nearby empty parked car and its owners, who were standing on the other side of their vehicle. The company has said the SUV will manage up to 800 kilometers (497 miles) of range under Europe’s test procedure. surged by 45.3

Tesla

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 22, 2025

Then in 2024, came the Polestar 2 with a larger single electric motor and then company’s first SUV, the midsize 2025 Polestar 3 Dual Motor AWD. Polestar says it is an “SUV that drives like a sports car.” In a few 0-60 mph runs we averaged a respectable 7.5 So what is a Polestar 3? miles per kWh of battery. We consider 3.5

Motor

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 10, 2025

Small with Versatility and Performance The second generation Hyundai Kona EV may be the smallest all-electric SUV offered by Hyundai, but that doesnt mean it doesnt hold its own through versatility, performance and driving range. Scooting 0-60 mph is about 7.2 seconds, which is plenty fast for merging onto highways.

Hyundai

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 20, 2025

All-New Flagship 3-Row SUV The all-new, all-electric 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 is the new flagship for the brand. The Ioniq 9 moves to the top of Hyundais family of SUVs with by size. A variety of propulsion options are offered, but the all-electric Ioniq 9 has three rows, making it the largest emissions-free SUV from Hyundai.

Hyundai

The Truth About Cars

JUNE 6, 2025

The passive restraint regulation would require either airbags or very thick dash padding on passenger cars, which would “guard against injury in a 30-mph perpendicular crash, whether or not seat belts were fastened. would be forced to pass that cost on to the consumers. in the years between 1972 to 1975.

Convert

Green Car Congress

APRIL 10, 2014

The SUV, a 2009 Ford Explorer with a 4-liter V6 engine, was also tested while towing an enclosed trailer. l/100 km) at 60 mph (97 km/h) to 33 mpg (7.1 l/100 km) at 60 mph (97 km/h) to 33 mpg (7.1 Using a rooftop cargo box with the SUV decreased fuel economy from 24.9 l/100 km) at 60 mph to 22.9 l/100km); and.

Fuel Economy

Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2017

As with the all-new 2018 Volkswagen Atlas full-size SUV ( earlier post ), the new Tiguan is based on Volkswagen’s Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB) architecture. First, it gives the automaker a very competitive offering in the compact SUV segment in the US—a segment which is booming in the US. Select compact SUVs.

2018

Green Car Congress

MARCH 5, 2020

Ongoing technological and manufacturing breakthroughs will drive costs even lower, the company said. Ultium energy options range from 50 to 200 kWh, which could enable a GM-estimated range up to 400 miles (644 km) or more on a full charge with 0 to 60 mph acceleration as low as 3 seconds.

GM

Green Car Congress

MAY 9, 2009

The two-mode design, itself originally adapted from a hybrid transmission designed by Allison for transit buses, has up to now been exclusively incorporated into rear-wheel-drive (RWD) transmissions with the intent of reducing the fuel consumption of heavier and larger passenger trucks and SUVs while preserving towing capacities.

GM

Charged EVs

AUGUST 21, 2024

Not visibly electric The relatively sleek crossover shape says “small SUV” without telegraphing the electric powertrain, and the interior bears a clear family resemblance to other Chevy models—including the large horizontal touchscreen and digital instrument cluster. Acceleration is perfectly suitable (0-60 mph in 8.0

SUV

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2009

The RWD version of the two-mode used to power the full-size SUV and pickup hybrid models incorporates two motors, three planetary gearsets and four clutches. The powerflow in the new transmission executes two-mode operations with two planetary gearsets instead of three, helping to lower the cost of the system. Earlier post.)

VUE

Charged EVs

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

In Europe, it was smaller Jeeps—the subcompact Renegade and compact Compass family SUV—that got their plugs first. One’s the best of the dwindling segment of 7- and 8-seat vehicles that aren’t hulking SUVs. The other is the SUV that started it all, an iconic vehicle known the world over for ruggedness and go-anywhere capability.

Jeep

The Truth About Cars

JUNE 7, 2023

We know that price and cost of ownership is still one of the biggest challenges when people consider switching to an electric car,” said CEO Jim Rowan. In the latter configuration, Volvo said the hatchback can hit 60 mph in just 3.4 Minimalist design certainly has its place in the automotive realm. The standard battery pack is 64.0

Volvo

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Audi’s e-tron quattro battery-electric SUV concept, which made its formal debut at IAA in Frankfurt ( earlier post ), is a strong indicator of Audi’s series-production electric SUV due in 2018—especially in terms of the powertrain. The e-tron quattro SUV can “ turn like a hunting dog after a rabbit.” Hackenberg.

Audi

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

TDI quattro plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ); the Audi A7 h-tron quattro fuel cell vehicle ( earlier post ); the Audi e-tron quattro concept battery-electric SUV ( earlier post ); the Audi TT clubsport turbo concept ( earlier post ); the Audi RS 5 TDI competition concept ( earlier post ); and the Audi R18 e-tron quattro ( earlier post ).

Audi

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 12, 2022

The 2023 BZ4X small SUV is the first-ever mass production all-electric vehicle from Toyota. It joins the line-up of cars and SUVs powered by hybrid, plug-in hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell technology that have made Toyota the world leader in electrified vehicles. BZ” = “Beyond Zero”; “4” = “midsize”; “X” = SUV. of torque.

Toyota

Green Car Congress

JULY 19, 2011

A new study by the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) found that Volvo XC60 midsize SUVs outfitted with a standard collision-avoidance feature called City Safety are far less likely to be involved in low-speed crashes than comparable vehicles without the system. It’s not designed to work at speeds faster than 19 mph.

Vehicles

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 15, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate Surprising Performance in a Compact Plug-In Hybrid SUV Okay, a show of hands if “quick or fast” come to mind when Volvo SUV is mentioned. New for the 2022 model year, the 2023 XC60 Recharge continues to deliver performance and all-electric and hybrid efficiency in a premium compact SUV.

Recharge

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 17, 2021

All-New, All-Electric Compact SUV. The next few years will see an onrush of electric vehicles, with the SUV class getting the majority of the new models. The 2022 Ioniq 5 looks like no other all-electric compact SUV—or like any of the generic crossovers on the market—staying away from sharp edges or clunky nose scoops and grilles.

Hyundai

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 24, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro Chronos Edition Solid German Electric Luxury SUV There is something about driving a German car, and Audi does not disappoint with the 2023 E-Tron Quattro. The solid feeling when driving the highway or even closing the doors present the E-Tron as a true electric luxury SUV.

Audi

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 24, 2024

The Navigator SUV and the chauffeured Town Car sedan are the most recognizable models from Fords premium division. The Navigator is still going strong but the Town Car is long gone as Lincoln now only offers crossovers and SUVs. If you want extra oomph, select the Excite mode and expect 0-60 mph times of 6.6

PHEV

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

VinFast invited Canadian and American automotive journalists to California to drive the 2023 VF 8, an all-electric midsize two-row SUV. The company has ambitious plans to import the three-row VF 9 by the end of 2023 and the two-row VF 7 in the first part of 2024, both of which are electric SUVs built in Hai Phong, Vietnam.

San Diego

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2022

Midsize SUV with Sporty Styling. Putting the sport in SUV. However, on a 175-mile fuel mileage run, with the cruise control set at 65 mph and on flat, smooth roadways, we averaged 29.6 The transmission/engine combination makes for an engaging-to-drive SUV with plenty of power and torque. Engine and Drive Choices.

Chevrolet

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Stylish Two-Row SUV. The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport debuted in 2020 as a smaller version to the Atlas, the largest SUV in the Volkswagen line-up. The subtle but noticeable design differences between the two earns the Cross Sport a nod for being one of the best looking midsize SUVs. Adding extra style to VW SUV functionality.

MPG

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 18, 2022

seconds, the 1/4 mile at 118 mph and, if you’re daring enough to do so, spin the dual electric motors to their maximum of 161 miles per hour. 0-60 mph: 7.2 Electronically controlled top speed: 115 mph. Still an SUV with room to take it with you. 0-60 mph: 7.2 Electronically controlled top speed: 117 mph.

Kia

Baua Electric

AUGUST 21, 2024

Not visibly electric The relatively sleek crossover shape says “small SUV” without telegraphing the electric powertrain, and the interior bears a clear family resemblance to other Chevy models—including the large horizontal touchscreen and digital instrument cluster. Acceleration is perfectly suitable (0-60 mph in 8.0

SUV

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 15, 2022

Restyling a Best-Selling Premium Compact SUV. The Acura RDX has been one of the best-selling compact premium SUVs since 2006, and has sold more than 50,000 every year since 2015. mpg over a 130-mile run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. SH-AWD = Super Handling – All-Wheel Drive. Road Test: 2018 Volvo XC60 PHEV.

Acura

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 1, 2021

The company plans to do it with a mixture of all-electric vehicles, like the new XC40 Recharge, and plug-in hybrid versions of its SUVs and sedans. The XC90, as Volvo’s largest SUV, is currently its most popular model in the United States. Related Stories You Might Enjoy—Plug-in Hybrid SUV Options. Road Test: 2020 Kia Niro PHEV.

Recharge

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

Family Compact SUV Increases Power and Boosts Handling. Acceleration was peppy, in the mid-five-second range to 60 mph, which is about two seconds faster than the single motor rear-wheel drive ID4. The all-new 2021 Volkswagen ID4 AWD is a comfortable and well-designed compact SUV family vehicle. The Driving Experience.

All-Electric

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

Premium Three-Row Midsize SUV. Now in year two, the 2021 Hyundai Palisade continues to be one of the best three-row midsize SUVs. mpg, but did a bit better on a 207-mile freeway run with the smart cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 25.1 The 2021 Hyundai Palisade is an excellent three-row SUV. Story by John Faulkner.

Hyundai

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 26, 2022

The 2022 Jaguar F-Pace is the largest of the SUVs offered from the storied British car company, joining the smaller E-Pace and the all-electric I-Pace. This five-passenger luxury SUV delivers civil and refined driving with a design that won’t blend in with the crowd. An SUV that drives like a sports car. Propulsion Options.

Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Competing in the premium midsize SUV category, the 2021 Cadillac XT5 is right in the middle of stiff competition, including models from Acura, Audi, BMW, Genesis, Infiniti, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Tesla and Volvo. We were surprised to cross the 30 mpg mark for this 3,915-pound, five-passenger midsize SUV.

Cadillac

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

An SUV for the Polestar Brand Polestar has released three models in America, beginning with their last gasoline-propelled car, the sublime limited production 2021 Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid coupe. What we found was an all-electric five-passenger midsize SUV with eye-catching looks that was comfortable and enjoyable to drive.

Motor

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 31, 2024

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. Toyota’s smallest SUV Smooth Acceleration and Efficient Performance The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is powered by Toyotas fifth generation hybrid system of a 2.0-liter,

Toyota