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Dodge unveils its first electrified performance vehicle: Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV

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Dodge unveiled the all-new 2023 Dodge Hornet compact SUV in R/T and GT trims with a lineup of multi-energy powertrains. The Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV, representing the brand’s first electrified performance vehicle, delivers 285-plus horsepower and 383 ft-lb (519 N·m) of torque. 2023 Dodge Hornet GT. The R/T features a 1.3-liter

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New top model PHEV in the BMW 5 Series

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With an increase from two to five models featuring innovative plug-in hybrid drive by November 2020, the new BMW 5 Series offers the largest range of PHEVs within one BMW Group model series. The navigation and sensor data-supported control system also optimises the effectiveness of braking energy recovery.

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SEAT large SUV Tarraco e-HYBRID PHEV enters production

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With a 13 kWh lithium-ion battery back, it can also travel for up to 49 km (58km in NEDC) (30 and 36 miles, respectively) in all-electric mode. The drive switches to Hybrid mode if the energy capability of the battery drops below a certain level or if the speed rises above 140 km/h (87 mph).

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Road Test: Ford 2023 Escape PHEV

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The Natural Bridge to an EV Escaping the High Price of Fuel The natural bridge from a gasoline-powered car to an electric vehicle is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). The 2023 Ford Escape PHEV compact SUV is a fine example of not only being efficient but also versatile. miles per gallon combined gasoline and electricity.

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Audi offering plug-in hybrid version of A6 Avant wagon

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The Audi A6 Avant PHEV thus has an efficient and permanently available all-wheel drive for an equally high level of traction and dynamic handling. The A6 Avant PHEV accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 The lithium-ion battery is thus recharged in around 2.5 lb-ft) at a speed of 1,250 rpm. Its top speed is 250 km/h (155.3

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Updated Gen7 BMW 5 Series sedan introduces new 48V MHEV system, more powerful PHEV

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288 hp 530e and 530e xDrive PHEV Sedans. A 48V starter-generator and a second battery greatly increases the ways in which Brake Energy Regeneration can be utilized. When the driver releases the accelerator, the generator transforms the kinetic energy into electricity to be stored in the 48V battery. 523 hp M550i xDrive Sedan.

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BMW M introduces its first high-performance car with electrified drive system: BMW XM PHEV

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The BMW XM sprints from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.3 seconds, accompanied by an energy-charged soundtrack of rare emotional appeal for an eight-cylinder unit. The lithium-ion high-voltage battery is mounted in the car’s underbody and provides 25.7 kWh of usable energy.

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