Green Car Reports

APRIL 9, 2019

I’m snaking the 2020 Kia Soul EV around a bend in the Korean countryside, happy to push faster after weathering Seoul’s famous morning traffic earlier, but I can’t escape two recurring thoughts.

Kia 159

Kia 2020 Escape Miles 159

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The second generation 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid continues what Kia started in 2017 when the Niro Hybrid debuted. The 2023 Kia Niro hybrid is the class leader in fuel economy. The Niro has been completely redesigned for 2023 with what Kia says was inspired by combining nature with aerodynamics. Efficient with Low Emissions.

Kia 92

Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy 2017 92

Green Car Reports

MAY 21, 2022

Why were the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 recalled? How does the first luxury relative of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 drive and perform? How much emissions comes from tires, again? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending May 20, 2022.

Escape 138

Escape Kia Hyundai PHEV 138

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2022

When Kia says the 2023 Sportage is all-new, believe them. But it is more than a larger and more capable Sportage, now in its fifth generation and Kia’s longest-running model, but one that offers three propulsion systems, including the X-Pro trail-rated model for those who want to go off-roading. Something for Everyone. Room for adults.

Kia 84

Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 84

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

Photos by John Faulkner and Kia. The 2021 Kia Niro PHEV is one of three electrified Niro models to choose from, alongside a hybrid and a pure battery electric version. Not bad, unless I was driving the Kia Stinger , which welcomes some seriously aggressive driving. A Winning Formula. Story by John Faulkner.

PHEV 94

PHEV Kia Plug-in Fuel Economy 94

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

The Hyundai Sonata Turbo, Kia Sportage Turbo, and Ford Escape 2.0T Kia Optima. Kia Optima. Ford Escape. Kia Sportage. Ford Escape. Kia Sportage. While the 1.4-liter Ford Fusion. Hyundai Sonata. Toyota Camry. Honda Accord. Nissan Altima. Ford Fusion. Hyundai Sonata. Toyota Camry. Dodge Dart.

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Fuel Economy Economy Engine Fusion 299

Green Car Congress

APRIL 12, 2017

Major competitors to the Tiguan also offer a three-year/36,000 mile basic warranty with a five-year or 60,000-mile powertrain warranty—such as Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, and Toyota RAV4.

2018 150

2018 Miles SUV Highlander 150

Teslarati

DECEMBER 29, 2022

2022-2023 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid. 2022-2023 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid. General Motors, Kia, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Proterra, and Subaru were also on the list. The full list is as follows: 2023 Audi Q5 TFSI e Quattro (PHEV). 2022-2023 Ford E-Transit. 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning. 2022-2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E. 4 AWD Pro S.

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Tax Credit Tax Tesla Jeep 139

Green Car Congress

APRIL 13, 2011

Findings include: The lowest energy consumption chassis of the 2010 passenger vehicle fleet by the VLFC method is the Toyota Prius, followed by the Suzuki SX4 chassis, the Yaris, and then the Civic Hybrid and the Kia Rio.

Mercury 236

Mercury Energy Highlander Escape 236

EV Central

MARCH 28, 2024

Even the roof hasn’t escaped the aerodynamicists attention. If so, expect ballistic performance from the fast EV that will rival both the Tesla Model Y Performance and Kia EV6 GT, with a 0-100km/h sprint of just 3.5 seconds likely.

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New York Mercedes BMW Hyundai 52

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 4, 2022

Only the Ford Escape hybrid requires any extra maintenance. Some EV, Hybrid & ICE Choices to Check Out: Flash Drive: 2022 Kia EV6. Also, hybrid vehicles have regenerative brake systems that produce little heat. This further saves you on brake pads and other brake parts. Road Test: 2022 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid F Sport.

Maintenance 82

Maintenance Gas-Electric Hybrid Miles 82

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

The Bronco Sport shares mechanical parts with the Ford Escape, but the differences between the two are obvious pretty quickly. The Escape is more car like, while the Bronco Sport has a boxy shape, taller roof, shorter wheelbase and shorter overall length, earning comments it looks like a Land Rover. Road Test: 2021 Kia Seltos.

Ford 66

Ford Jeep MPG Fuel Economy 66

Push EVs

MARCH 10, 2023

Volkswagen and Kia filled out the top 5 spots. Outlook The UK economy is hovering around 0% growth (“stagnation”) over the past 2 quarters, so officially just escaping formal recessionary conditions. Audi came in 2nd spot, likely mostly thanks to the Q4 e-tron. Polestar came in third (all the Polestar 2).

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Plugin Sale Tesla Petrol 59

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2023

Photos by John Faulkner and Toyota PHEV Options Flash Drive: 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Road Test: 2022 Chrysler Pacifica PHEV Flash Drive: 2023 Lexus RX 500h PHEV Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro PHEV Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage PHEV Road Test: 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Road Test: 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe PHEV Road Test: (..)

Prius 87

Prius PHEV Toyota Plug-in 87

EV Central

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Very closely related to the Ioniq 5 crossover SUV and Kia EV6 , it rides on the same E-GMP architecture, has the same 400V/800V ultra-fast charging capability, same (in Long Range guise) 77.4kWh battery and same 239kW/605Nm from its twin motors. In these days of screen overloads, here’s another one you can’t escape.

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Hyundai Re-Charge Light Australia 94

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. Story and photos by John Faulkner.

Fuel Economy 81

Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 81

CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 4, 2021

As we reported recently, there’s a big cleantech bill moving through the US Congress that would revive, extend, and expand the zero-emission vehicle tax credit in various ways. Our friend Loren McDonald over at EVAdoption looked at the details model by model and has provided a table showing how much the max tax credit would […].

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Tax Credit Tax Plugin Congress 140

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 25, 2022

The beauty of electric power plus Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is, when stopped on a trail due to deep ruts, the instant torque at any speed delivered a smooth escape. Flash Drive: 2022 Kia EV6 EV. There was never a time where we were concerned the 4,455-pound Solterra would not get us out of a challenging situation.

All-Electric 87

All-Electric SUV Clean Cleaning 87

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

Despite the double-digit growth posted by Toyota, Hyundai-Kia and Volkswagen Group, which outsold GM, Renault-Nissan continued to dominate the SUV segment, recording almost 12% of the market share. Conversely, the Ford Escape/Kuga lost ground and recorded the highest drop in the top 20.

2018 273

2018 SUV Sale Market 273

EV Central

JANUARY 15, 2024

Australia’s electric vehicle ranks are only getting more and more crowded, with new options seemingly arriving daily from the big prestige marques like BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi, as well as more mainstream brands like Kia. Despite being modest in size the GV60 is not shy when it comes to charging the full whack for its features.

Australia 52

Australia Electric Cars BMW Mercedes 52

EV Central

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Ford Escape PHEV – plug-in hybrid of all-new Escape. Kia e-Niro – Kia is expected to confirm it will begin going electric in Australia in 2021 and it’s the e-Niro set to lead the (err) charge. Kia EV6 – 800V electrical architecture and radical new styling for Kia’s first ground-up EV.

Electric Cars 98

Electric Cars PHEV Australia Cars 98

EV Sales

MARCH 10, 2021

3 showed up in (a still discreet) #14, and the Ford Kuga (euro-spec Escape) PHEV returned to the table in #15, thanks to 302 registrations, its best score since July, so it seems the battery issues are now a thing of the past and the Ford crossover is back on its feet.

France 52

France PHEV Plugin Kia 52

Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2017

That strategy will leave the 2018 Tiguan with a Monroney sticker (the window sticker) gap with segment competitors such as the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox with a diesel (40 mpg highway), the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, or the rumored Ford Escape plug-in hybrid model. 2017 Ford Escape. Select compact SUVs. 2018 VW Tiguan. 2017 Toyota RAV4.

2018 314

2018 Engine SUV MPG 314

Baua Electric

JANUARY 23, 2024

4 (all models) (2021- 2022 ) $4,000 VOLVO C40 (2022) $4,000 XC40 Recharge (2021- 2022 ) $4,000 Last updated 1/23/2024, most recent changes in bold The Audi Q5 TFSI e Quattro.

Tax Credit 52

Tax Credit Tax PHEV 2018 52

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2021

Flash Drive: 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid. Road Test: 2018 Kia Sportage. Road Test: 2021 Kia Seltos. Road Test: 2019 Subaru Forester. Flash Drive: 2019 Jeep Cherokee. Flash Drive: 2022 Volkswagen Taos. Road Test: 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. Road Test: 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. News: Jeep Compass To Go Plug-in Hybrid.

Mazda 62

Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Clean 62

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2023

Some others in the crowded compact SUV field: Road Test: 2020 Honda CR-V Road Test: 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime PHEV Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Flash Drive: 2022 Subaru Forester Road Test: 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage Road Test: 2021 Nissan Rogue Flash Drive: 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander (..)

Mazda 71

Mazda Clean Cleaning MPG 71

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 4, 2021

Road Test: 2018 Kia Sportage. Flash Drive: 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid. Road Test: 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Road Test: 2018 Toyota RAV4. Road Test: 2018 Nissan Rogue Sport. Road Test: 2019 Subaru Forester. Road Test: 2021 Buick Envision. Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. Road Test: 2018 GMC Terrain. Flash Drive: 2018 Jeep Cherokee.

Mitsubishi 52

Mitsubishi 2018 2020 Fuel Economy 52

Charged EVs

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Kia and Hyundai have both released details of upcoming 800 V architectures, and GM said that its 2022 Hummer EV will have the “unique ability to switch its battery pack from its native 400 V to 800 V for charging.”. It appears that many other EVs will soon follow in the Taycan’s tracks.

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Batteries Battery DC Hummer 119

EV Central

AUGUST 23, 2023

This setup is shared with dual motor versions of the (much cheaper) Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6 and Kia EV6. These days, real luxury should be about escaping screens. Based on Hyundai’s E-GMP EV architecture, it’s a dual motor all-wheel-drive offering 234kW and 605Nm. Range is 470km (WLTP) thanks to its 77.4kW battery.

All-Electric 90

All-Electric SUV Hyundai Re-Charge 90

EV Adoption

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Currently only five PHEVs would not meet the proposed 10 kWh threshold: Toyota Prius Prime, Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, Hyundai IONIQ, Kia Niro PHEV, Ferrari SF90 Stradale (which exceeds MRSP cap and would not qualify anyway). PHEVs: Escape PHEV Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring Jeep Wrangler 4xe Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV. market demands.

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Tax Credit Tax F-150 PHEV 116

EV Sales

MARCH 22, 2021

8TH PLACE: SOUTH KOREA, 51 POINTS (6TH IN 2019) Claim to fame: Korean EV makers (basically, the Hyundai-Kia conglomerate) continued their advance, nearing 200k made in 2020, while Korean battery makers cemented their global dominance with twin giants LG Chem and Samsung launching factories in Hungary, and more being built elsewhere.

2020 52

2020 Global 2019 Portugal 52