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Toyota introduces new 2020 Highlander and hybrid at New York International Auto Show; TNGA-K platform

Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2019

Toyota introduced the next-generation three-row 2020 Highlander SUV at the New York International Auto Show. Just as the first RAV4 launched the compact crossover SUV segment 22 years ago, the original Highlander redefined the midsize family SUV when it arrived in 2001.

Highlander

Highlander New York 2020 Toyota

Refreshed 2017 Acura MDX SUV debuts in New York with Sport Hybrid Powertrain; 26 mpg combined

Green Car Congress

MARCH 24, 2016

Acura unveiled the restyled and refreshed 2017 MDX luxury SUV at the New York International Auto Show, adding available Sport Hybrid Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) powertrain technology as a model option. l/100 km), an estimated 7-mpg city fuel economy rating increase over the (non-hybrid) MDX with SH-AWD.

Acura

Acura New York 2017 MPG

GM to Introduce 2010 GMC Terrain at New York Show

Green Car Congress

APRIL 5, 2009

GM will introduce its new 2010 GMC Terrain at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) this week. The five-passenger crossover SUV, which shares the Theta chassis with the Chevrolet Equinox, offers estimated highway fuel economy of 30 mpg (7.8 City fuel economy is estimated to be 21 mpg US (11.2

GMC

GMC New York 2010 Yukon

Acura RLX Concept makes world debut in New York; first application of Acura Sport Hybrid SH-AWD

Green Car Congress

APRIL 4, 2012

Acura held the world debut of the Acura RLX Concept at the New York International Auto Show. The concept provides a first look at the design and engineering direction for its all-new Acura RLX flagship sedan, slated for launch at the beginning of 2013. The RLX Concept’s all-new 3.5L The RLX Concept’s all-new 3.5L

Acura

Acura New York Concept Hybrid

Nissan introduces 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid SUV with FF hybrid system; 24% improvement in fuel economy over conventional

Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2013

Nissan introduced the 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid at the New York International Auto Show. The new hybrid—which uses Nissan’s new FF hybrid system ( earlier post )—will be available in three fully equipped trim levels when it joins the lineup in late summer 2013. Fuel economy is estimated at 26 mpg (9.0

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Fuel Economy 2014 Economy Hybrid

Mercedes-Benz introduces its first plug-in hybrid SUV: the GLE550 e

Green Car Congress

MARCH 26, 2015

Keeping pace with its announced intention to roll out 10 plug-in hybrids by 2017 ( earlier post ), Mercedes-Benz introduced the new GLE550 e 4MATIC plug-in hybrid (PHEV) along with the other members of the new GLE family of full-size SUVs. The GLE550 e is Mercedes-Benz’ first plug-in hybrid SUV. l/100 km, 71 mpg US).

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Plug-in Mercedes SUV Plug

Mercedes-Benz Introduces Two-Mode Hybrid ML450 SUV at New York Auto Show

Green Car Congress

APRIL 8, 2009

Mercedes-Benz staged the world premiere of the ML 450 HYBRID at the 2009 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) ( earlier post ). Fuel consumption and emissions from the ML 450 HYBRID are up to 60% less than a conventional eight-cylinder SUV with permanent all-wheel drive. Click to enlarge. L/100km city, 11.2

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New York Hybrid Mercedes SUV

Subaru introduces XV Crosstrek Hybrid, its first production hybrid

Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2013

unveiled its first production hybrid vehicle, the Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid, at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. EPA fuel economy ratings are 28 mpg/34 mpg/31 mpg (8.4, Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid. Click to enlarge. Subaru of America, Inc. The Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid combines a 2.0-liter

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Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Production Gasoline-Electric

2014 Acura MDX features new 3.5L i-VTEC V-6 with cylinder deactivation

Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2013

Acura unveiled the 2014 MDX luxury SUV at the 2013 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Built on a completely new platform, the seven-passenger MDX is powered by an all-new direct-injected 24-valve 3.5-liter The 2014 MDX has an EPA fuel economy rating of 18/27/21 mpg US (13.0, Click to enlarge.

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Acura 2014 Alabama MPG

Infiniti to introduce hybrid version of 2014 QX60 crossover; first application of new FF-Hybrid system

Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2013

will introduce a new gasoline-electric hybrid version of the QX60 crossover into the US lineup this summer, following its world debut at the upcoming New York International Auto Show. The new Infiniti QX60 Hybrid is projected to realize fuel economy of 26 mpg US (9.0 Infiniti Motor Company Ltd.

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Infinity Hybrid 2014 Li-ion

Road Test: 2023 Genesis GV60 EV

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

Each of these are excellent all-electric SUVs (check out review links at the end of this story. Genesis began as a stand-alone company in 2015 and is just now hitting its stride with a line-up of sedans and SUVs that get rave reviews. Rising to the top of the EV pack. Clean Fleet Report has been impressed with all Genesis models.

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All-Electric Miles Clean Cleaning

2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe: The legendary SUV brand’s first plug-in hybrid

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.

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Jeep Plug-in Plug Hybrid

New 2014 Jeep Cherokee features up to 31 mpg highway, 9-speed transmission; driver assistance firsts

Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2013

Chrysler introduced the new 2014 Jeep Cherokee mid-size SUV at the New York International Auto Show. Powered by the choice of two new engines mated to the nine-speed, the Cherokee features expected highway fuel economy ratings of up to 31 mpg US (7.6 2014 Jeep Cherokee. Click to enlarge. 4x4 systems.

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Jeep 2014 MPG Chrysler

Hummer achieves 100mpg

Green Cars News

AUGUST 11, 2009

For most drivers, this means over 100 mpg in typical local daily driving and about 5 cents per mile versus 20 cents per mile for the typical gas version. We will be working now to implement this powertrain in as many trucks and SUVs as possible for both fleet and consumer use,” West added. “We

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Hummer Long Beach Utah Gas-Electric

Rivian R1 and Toyota Crown Signia reviews, US-made Volvo, Hyundai, Kia EVs: The Week in Reverse

Baua Electric

JUNE 8, 2024

How safe are some of the biggest, thirstiest SUVs? It was another big week of getting up-close time with some of the most anticipated new EVs, while reporting on some of the top stories for green-car shoppers. 2025 Toyota Crown Signia And do you want a roomy, gasoline-fueled hybrid station wagon that can get nearly 40 mpg?

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Kia Volvo Hyundai Toyota

Porsche bringing diesel Cayenne to the US with 2013 MY

Green Car Congress

APRIL 3, 2012

The third-generation 2013 Boxster, the first all-new design since its debut in 1996, is also on display at the New York International Auto Show along with the Cayenne Diesel. preliminary internal estimates, the Cayenne Diesel SUV will achieve a rating of 20 mpg city / 28 mpg highway / 23 mpg combined (11.7,

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Cayenne Porsche Diesel 2013

Hyundai Adds a Twin-Scroll Turbo to Sonata

Green Car Congress

APRIL 1, 2010

at the New York International Auto Show. Estimated highway fuel economy is 22 mpg city and 34 mpg US (6.9 The new Sonata is the first Hyundai vehicle to have both GDI technology and a turbocharger. four-cylinder more power than many V6 engines, all on regular fuel. By the end of Hyundai’s 24/7 version 2.0

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Hyundai Exhaust Waste Fuel Economy

How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

However," he continued, "If carmakers decide not to take advantage of this offer, AFS Trinity intends to raise the funds to begin modifying existing hybrids or manufacture its own 150 mpg SUVs and, eventually, 250 mpg sedans. Daimler/Mercedes Took over Daimler/Chrysler Sprinter PHEV program.

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Plug-in Plug Hybrid PHEV

Where Plug-In Hybrid Conversions (mostly Priuses) Are

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority) PHEV Escape by Hybrids Plus , Sept 2007, (Albany, NY). Contact Toronto Atmospheric Fund Ontario Ministry of Transportation , Prius, Hymotion, August 2007 (Toronto, ON, Canada). Contact Nikki AT aminorjourney DOT COM, [link].

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Prius Conversion Plug-in Plug

Proposed Changes to the Federal EV Tax Credit Passed by the House of Representatives

EV Adoption

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Notes: SUVs are not defined, but presumably this category includes crossovers. With caps on vans, SUVs and pickups at $80,000 the proposed revisions fundamentally fails these two goals. 4 and Tesla Model Y are classified as small SUVs. —In the case of a sport utility vehicle, $80,000. ‘‘(C) PICKUP TRUCKS.—In

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Tax Credit Tax F-150 PHEV

EV Driven

Toyota introduces new 2020 Highlander and hybrid at New York International Auto Show; TNGA-K platform

Refreshed 2017 Acura MDX SUV debuts in New York with Sport Hybrid Powertrain; 26 mpg combined

GM to Introduce 2010 GMC Terrain at New York Show

Acura RLX Concept makes world debut in New York; first application of Acura Sport Hybrid SH-AWD

Nissan introduces 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid SUV with FF hybrid system; 24% improvement in fuel economy over conventional

Mercedes-Benz introduces its first plug-in hybrid SUV: the GLE550 e

Mercedes-Benz Introduces Two-Mode Hybrid ML450 SUV at New York Auto Show

Subaru introduces XV Crosstrek Hybrid, its first production hybrid

2014 Acura MDX features new 3.5L i-VTEC V-6 with cylinder deactivation

Infiniti to introduce hybrid version of 2014 QX60 crossover; first application of new FF-Hybrid system

Road Test: 2023 Genesis GV60 EV

2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe: The legendary SUV brand’s first plug-in hybrid

New 2014 Jeep Cherokee features up to 31 mpg highway, 9-speed transmission; driver assistance firsts

Hummer achieves 100mpg

Rivian R1 and Toyota Crown Signia reviews, US-made Volvo, Hyundai, Kia EVs: The Week in Reverse

Porsche bringing diesel Cayenne to the US with 2013 MY

Hyundai Adds a Twin-Scroll Turbo to Sonata

How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Where Plug-In Hybrid Conversions (mostly Priuses) Are

Proposed Changes to the Federal EV Tax Credit Passed by the House of Representatives

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