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Consumer Reports testing finds many small turbo engines underperforming; fuel economy, acceleration no better than in larger conventional powertrains

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As another example, in December, Consumer Reports road testing found the fuel economy on the 2013 Fusion Hybrid sedan and new C-Max Hybrid falling far short below Ford (and EPA) triple 47 mpg (5.0 liter Four on Fusion SE models. The Hyundai Sonata Turbo, Kia Sportage Turbo, and Ford Escape 2.0T Ford Fusion. Kia Optima.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage

Clean Fleet Report

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.

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2022 Los Angeles Auto Show Review

Clean Fleet Report

Not all were, of course, as there is still plenty of interest around gasoline-propelled cars, SUVs and trucks. It’s another solid entry in the luxury compact SUV field. 2024 Kia Seltos. First launched in 2021, Kia has done a major refresh on its compact utility vehicle, the 2024 Seltos. 2024 Fiat 500e EV. Genesis X EV.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

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With the coupe-like design, the sleek lines will cause you to pause about buying a crossover SUV. We got this stellar number by setting the adaptive cruise control to 65 mph, which is the posted speed on Interstate 5. Road Test: 2021 Kia K5. Road Test: 2019 Ford Fusion Energi. Exterior Statement. Story by John Faulkner.

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Dark Horsing Around at the Woodward Dream Cruise

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& There were no opportunities to take the SUV down a gnarly trail. While the deluge of power begins to trail off after 60 mph, a Mach-E GT can technically get there before Ford’s brand-new Dark Horse Mustang. But I did intentionally hop several curbs to make my passenger laugh and the Bronco acted like they weren’t even there.

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