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Second-generation Kia Niro debuts in hybrid, PHEV and EV variants

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The 2023 Niro will launch in the United States with three electrified powertrains: hybrid electric (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and all-electric (EV). A 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is standard in HEV and PHEV. The Niro PHEV pairs the 1.6-liter The all-electric Niro EV is powered by a 64.8

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Volkswagen’s new Touareg to offer two PHEV variants

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Volkswagen’s updated Touareg SUV will launch in five powertrain versions: a turbocharged gasoline engine, two turbodiesel engines and two plug-in hybrids. The Touareg R eHybrid is the independent flagship model in the product line with the most powerful powertrain. Each of the PHEV models is fitted with a 14.3 All use a 3.0-liter

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Kia unveils next-generation Niro; hybrid first, PHEV and BEV to follow

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The all-new Niro features a trio of state-of-the-art electrified powertrains, including hybrid electric (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and battery electric (BEV) options. PHEV and BEV models will be revealed at a later date, closer to market launch. The HEV features Kia’s highly-efficient Smartstream 1.6-liter

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BMW M presents Concept XM PHEV

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At Art Basel’s 2021 Miami Beach show, BMW M GmbH presented the new BMW Concept XM; the concept car looks ahead to the most powerful BMW M car ever to go into series production, which is set to begin at the end of 2022. The BMW XM will be available only as a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and exclusively as an M model.

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Lamborghini Urus PHEV gets more power, promises 60 km pure electric run

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By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 25 Apr 2024, 08:47 AM Lamborghini Urus PHEV promises 3.4 Lamborghini Urus PHEV promises 3.4 Lamborghini has added more zing to Urus by introducing the plug-in hybrid version of the performance SUV. litre twin-turbocharged petrol engine powering the car, paired with an electric motor.

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Mazda unveils CX-60 crossover in Europe; e-Skyactiv PHEV, 48V MHEVs

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The CX-60 is the first of Mazda’s Large Product group models, and offers (European specification model) e-Skyactiv PHEV, Mazda’s first plug-in hybrid system featuring a 2.5-liter The Mazda CX-60 powertrain line-up features three new engines: the e-Skyactiv G PHEV unit and two straight-six engines: a 3.3 kWh battery pack.

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Audi upgrades battery capacity in Q5, A6 and A7 Sportback PHEVs

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Audi has upgraded the battery capacity for the Q5, A6, and A7 Sportback PHEVs. This allows the Audi PHEV models to be fully charged in around two-and-a-half hours when connected to a sufficiently powerful power connection. The A6 Avant 50 TFSI e quattro now completes the PHEV range from Audi. kWh net (17.9

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