Ford C-Max Hybrid 2013

<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 19px;">The 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid ranks 5 out of 8 </span>Wagons<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 19px;">. This ranking is based on our analysis of 12 published reviews and test drives of the Ford C-Max Hybrid, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.</span><br /> <div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px;"> The 2013 Ford C-Max gets 47 miles per gallon and is more fun to drive than the Toyota Prius v, yet some test drivers say the ride is harsh, and the C-Max has less cargo space than many other wagons.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_Hgv2tKZRDt9gppoyE_sgR06X1slmCDBS77UuL3hWO_ZGhPWjJpE5f6FtShWGx2qhJequ5pZj33S01jdvggBjr8vYdddd7R2MM1UrEvdXth5fso0mpAL4MzhpXFRPsDZwCy5d6bQIDwg/s1600/ford_c_max.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_Hgv2tKZRDt9gppoyE_sgR06X1slmCDBS77UuL3hWO_ZGhPWjJpE5f6FtShWGx2qhJequ5pZj33S01jdvggBjr8vYdddd7R2MM1UrEvdXth5fso0mpAL4MzhpXFRPsDZwCy5d6bQIDwg/s400/ford_c_max.jpg" width="400" /></a></div> <div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px;"> <br /></div> <div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px;"> The C-Max is an all-new model for 2013 and has a four-cylinder engine and an electric motor. Reviewers say the C-Max has better acceleration than the <a href="http://neohybridcars.blogspot.com/2013/05/toyota-prius-c.html">Toyota Prius</a>, as well as better handling, but several also say the Prius v is more comfortable. Several critics also complain about the brakes on the C-Max, which they say are grabby and tough to get used to.</div> <div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px;"> Though it has a lower starting price than the Prius v, test drivers say the five-seat C-Max has a nicer interior, with more upscale materials and more passenger space. Reviewers also like the optional automatic tailgate that can be operated by waving a foot under the bumper. However, they complain that the electronics on the C-Max, particularly the optional MyFord Touch system, are tough to use and several note that the cargo space in the C-Max is somewhat limited for a wagon. </div> <div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px;"> The 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid is the hybrid version of the Ford C-Max, which has been sold in Europe for years. The U.S. market will only get the C-Max Hybrid and the C-Max Energi, a plug-in hybrid that is reviewed separately. No gas-only version of the C-Max will be sold here. The C-Max hybrid seats five, and gets 47/47 mpg city/highway. The C-Max is available in SE or SEL trims.</div>

Ford C-Max Hybrid 2013

The 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid ranks 5 out of 8  Wagons . This ranking is based on our analysis of 12 published reviews and test drives of the F...

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Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhfFcerz8Ejj1ufgVJNJJPl_Ino2IvsaDxemEZNP7ol5K_IP2SDQpWAQpGYqIylijXzhMxvkE_2bY-8_YjeH55L7yaF-r3NidjJ88IbFHsNp2A8PXmeEkBchVwT3-CCir0RMdgSGWJ4ks/s1600/13Chevrolet_Silverado_1500_Hybrid.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhfFcerz8Ejj1ufgVJNJJPl_Ino2IvsaDxemEZNP7ol5K_IP2SDQpWAQpGYqIylijXzhMxvkE_2bY-8_YjeH55L7yaF-r3NidjJ88IbFHsNp2A8PXmeEkBchVwT3-CCir0RMdgSGWJ4ks/s640/13Chevrolet_Silverado_1500_Hybrid.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> <div style="background-color: #fafafa; line-height: 22px; margin-bottom: 10px;"> <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">One of the benefits of a full-hybrid is the ability to drive in electric-only mode for a period of time. The 2013 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid, under gentle acceleration, can drive up to 30 mph without switching to the gasoline engine. While highway fuel economy is unimpressive, city mpg is really good for a truck.</span></div> <div style="background-color: #fafafa; line-height: 22px; margin-bottom: 10px;"> <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you’re looking for a pickup truck, your choices are really limited if you’re looking for a hybrid. It’s between the Silverado and GMC brother Sierra, and Silverado costs a hair less. We like the fuel economy, but we don’t like the slow acceleration and limited towing capacity. It should also be noted that the Silverado Hybrid is available only with a crew cab.</span></div> <div style="background-color: #fafafa; line-height: 22px; margin-bottom: 10px;"> <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Silverado Hybrid comes equipped with the 6.0-liter, V-8 and 2 60-kilowatt electric motors. Together they deliver 379 horsepower. Acceleration is sluggish and towing capacity is rated at 6,100 pounds, which is between 1,000 and 3,600 less than a Silverado crew with the 5.3-liter V-8.</span></div> <div style="background-color: #fafafa; line-height: 22px; margin-bottom: 10px;"> <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="background-color: #fafafa; line-height: 22px; margin-bottom: 10px;"> <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">While the Silverado Hybrid does come equipped with rear-seat child anchors, this isn’t going to be an ideal family vehicle. Rear space is cramped, and all the cargo capacity is in the 5-foot, 9-inch open cargo box.</span></div> <div style="background-color: #fafafa; line-height: 22px; margin-bottom: 10px;"> <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Silverado Hybrid's ride and handling are a bit sloppy, and acceleration is slow. There is some fun, however, in the standard tech features, including Bluetooth, turn-by-turn navigation (first 6 months free) and SiriusXM Satellite radio (first 3 months free).</span></div> <div style="background-color: #fafafa; line-height: 22px; margin-bottom: 10px;"> <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The 2013 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid comes equipped with front airbags, seat-mounted front side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, traction control, stability control and OnStar. The up-level model adds parking sensors and a rearview camera.</span></div>

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid

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Chrysler Aspen Hybrid SUV

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQanK-jHPF_G9CullgAn6TB1GYJMW7hdSSKeHy7_Kf-Q-7VZq-DaDP2mcKqBsw2s0MEc8FNhl_p6YBa0OD7SWr3HKGvJPYffJNdszwbyFThYH2_r4mras2e67ovaT4bBp2itVMdXV6taQ/s1600/2009_chrysler_aspen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQanK-jHPF_G9CullgAn6TB1GYJMW7hdSSKeHy7_Kf-Q-7VZq-DaDP2mcKqBsw2s0MEc8FNhl_p6YBa0OD7SWr3HKGvJPYffJNdszwbyFThYH2_r4mras2e67ovaT4bBp2itVMdXV6taQ/s640/2009_chrysler_aspen.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> <div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px;"> <br /></div> <div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px;"> The 2009 Chrysler Aspen is a competent, although not very compelling, 2009 large SUV. With seating for up to eight and a fairly high towing capacity, the Aspen has the brawn to compete in this segment, but most reviewers said you can easily find something better.</div> <div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px;"> When it was new, reviewers were generally impressed with the Aspen’s optional 5.7-liter V8, but found its handling underwhelming. Fuel economy is typical for the class, while reliability is rated slightly above the class average. The base Aspen gets 14/20 mpg city/highway with its 4.7-liter V8 and rear-wheel drive, but choosing an Aspen with four-wheel drive or the larger V8 means fuel economy will drop slightly. A hybrid version of the 2009 Aspen is rated at 20/22 mpg city/highway, but it was only produced for a few months before the Aspen was discontinued.</div> <div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px;"> The 2009 Chrysler Aspen comes standard with power locks and windows, a backup camera, a power tailgate and a touch-screen stereo with an auxiliary input. Available equipment includes a power sunroof, Bluetooth, leather seating, Sirius Backseat satellite TV and navigation. Maximum cargo volume with the second- and third-row seats folded is 102.4 cubic feet, but some competitors offer more space with all seats in use.</div>

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Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlyPW8lwcAViKetttphfO_s5Ae_evL-lcbvaVDX2FjJH-vWxmZiRubZKYJNehPK5PCKMWJML_kg_E6PpiW9_fAgwz8jTFWsE0erakASNOwUfmz3V9b-5_vTH0lQjFZ042Ab8_TJ3i9MuQ/s1600/subaru-xv.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="508" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlyPW8lwcAViKetttphfO_s5Ae_evL-lcbvaVDX2FjJH-vWxmZiRubZKYJNehPK5PCKMWJML_kg_E6PpiW9_fAgwz8jTFWsE0erakASNOwUfmz3V9b-5_vTH0lQjFZ042Ab8_TJ3i9MuQ/s640/subaru-xv.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> <br /></div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> One year after launching the Subaru XV Crosstrek crossover, a hybrid version debuted at the New York auto show on Thursday.</div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> The XV Crosstrek Hybrid is Subaru's first production hybrid. Subaru aims to maintain the performance and versatility of the gas-powered version while improving fuel economy.</div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> In keeping with this theory, the Crosstrek hybrid keeps its 8.7-inch ground clearance and all-wheel-drive drivetrain.</div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> Power comes from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder horizontally opposed engine, rated at 148 hp, combined with a 13.4-hp electric motor integrated into the continuously variable transmission. The car also carries a 100-volt, 13.5-kilowatt nickel-metal hydride battery.</div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> According to EPA estimates, even with roughly 300 pounds of added weight, the hybrid version achieves 28 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway and 31 mpg combined. EPA estimates for the gas version are 25 mpg in the city, 33 mpg on the highway and 28 mpg combined.</div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> Aside from the electric motor, changes that make the hybrid more efficient include regenerative braking; the stop/start feature that shuts down the engine when the vehicle comes to a stop; and an active grille shutter system that reduces aerodynamic resistance.</div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> A revised ventilation system is designed to react to temperature and humidity sensors in the cabin, optimizing operation and reducing the need to draw power from the engine.</div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> The exterior is primarily unchanged except for the addition of hybrid badging and a new Plasma Green Pearl paint color.</div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> Inside, the color scheme is cool blue accented with silver trim. The instrument cluster will feature the blue color scheme.</div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> As with most hybrids, a multifunction display has been added that tracks energy flow for the driver to monitor.</div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> As with many hybrids, cargo space is slightly reduced with the addition of the battery, going from 51.9 cubic feet in the gasoline model to 50.2 cubic feet in the hybrid.</div> <div style="border: 0px; font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 1.5em; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> Pricing for the XV Crosstrek hybrid has not been released. It is expected to reach dealerships by the end of this year.</div>

Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid

One year after launching the Subaru XV Crosstrek crossover, a hybrid version debuted at the New York auto show on Thursday. The XV Cr...

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