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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. One of the challenges Clean Fleet Report takes seriously is to test the EPA fuel economy ratings for the cars, crossovers and trucks we review, knowing efficiency is a top priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. You had me at 46 MPG. Wonderfully Efficient. Your numbers may differ.

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Road Test: 2023 Genesis GV60 EV

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The 2023 GV60 joins the 2023 Electrified G80 AWD sedan as the first two all-electric vehicles from Genesis. kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion polymer battery. Driving mostly in the Eco or Comfort modes confirmed what we know about Genesis, that they are conservative when it comes to the all-electric driving range.

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Volkswagen Group brings new Audi and Porsche EV concepts, Volkswagen PHEV concept to Frankfurt; 20 more plug-ins by 2020

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Winterkorn also announced that Group companies would introduce 20 more electric cars and plug-in hybrids by 2020—from compact cars to the next Phaeton and Audi A8. “ This is one example of the intensive development work in the wind tunnel. l/100 km (124 mpg); this equates to a co2 emissions figure of 42 g/km.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia EV6

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kWh lithium-ion-polymer battery. The version that Clean Fleet Report tested was the mid-range EV6 RWD “Wind” trim. The Wind and GT-Line versions also have decent towing capacity of 2,300 lbs. Our EV6 Wind RWD was the mid-range version of the car, and had no options at all. inch wheelbase.

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro EV Wave

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kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack is replenished through plug-in charging and regenerative braking. The regenerative charging system converts kinetic energy into electric energy when applying the brakes or coasting, and stores it in the battery. Wind $40,875 Wave $45,875 Observations: 2023 Kia Niro EV Practical and affordable.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV

Clean Fleet Report

Wind and road noise were reduced partly due to acoustic laminated glass and sound deadening insulation. The drag coefficient of 0.219 (with the 18-inch wheels) is among the best in the car industry, especially for a midsize sedan. If you haven’t experienced it yet, there is something very satisfying about driving an electric car.

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro SX Touring Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

kWh lithium-ion polymer battery that is replenished through plug-in charging, which is no different than what you do with your mobile phone every night. Tire and wind noise were low, and the engine in hybrid mode was quiet, except when kicking in during heavy acceleration. Your numbers may differ. Charging The Niro PHEV has an 11.1-kWh

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