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Volvo extends S60 range with plug-in hybrid powertrain and new trim levels

Green Car Congress

Volvo has extended its S60 range—the third generation of the premium mid-size sedan—to incorporate further powertrain choices and equipment grades, including an all­wheel­drive gasoline-electric hybrid and a trim level that focuses on luxury and craftsmanship. Fuel economy (on the WLTP combined cycle) is up to 147 mpg US.

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2023 Volvo V60 Cross Country Review – Quiet Luxury

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The word “quiet” in the headline applies in two different ways to the 2023 Volvo V60 Cross Country wagon. Volvo keeps the simple design going on the outside – it’s boxy and simple in style. A Climate Package ($750) added headlamp cleaners, heated rear seats, and a heated steering wheel. Handsome in a plain way. Oh, and comfort.

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First drive: Volvo XC90 T8 Drive-E Twin Engine PHEV sets a high bar for full-size luxury SUV plug-ins in US

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With the 2016 XC90 ( earlier post ) heading to dealerships across the US, Volvo Cars gave media an opportunity to experience the next generation of its full-size luxury SUV—in both its conventional T6 and plug-in hybrid T8 Drive-E Twin Engine forms—in and around Los Angeles. Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine. Audi Q7 e-tron.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid F Sport

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The EPA rates fuel economy for the 2022 Lexus ES 300h at 43 mpg city/44 highway/44 combined mpg. mpg average (Rush hour, on-and-off the brakes). mpg average (Using the adaptive cruise control). mpg average (Rush hour, on-and-off the brakes). mpg average (Using the adaptive cruise control).

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Road Test: 2024 Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE Mild Hybrid

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liter mild hybrid has an EPA rating of 19 mpg city/25 highway and 21 combined. mpg, which was acceptable for such a powerful engine and the 4,430-pound curb weight. As part of the Cold Climate Package ($1,175) there was a heated windshield and washer jets. Using 91 octane fuel, the 3.0-liter Story by John Faulkner.

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Test drive: 2024 Lexus RX 450h+ half-steps into future

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2024 Lexus RX 450h+ Pro: Lexus RX 450h+ provides all-wheel drive in electric only mode Unlike the plug-in hybrid Volvo XC60 , the Lexus RX 450+’s plug-in hybrid powertrain can be locked to stay in electric-only mode. inch touchscreen houses basically all vehicle controls including climate and drive modes.

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