Chevrolet
After years of suffering blows from environmentalists, General Motors emerged in 2007 with some of the most forward-thinking plans for green cars, most notably the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid, as well as some mild hybrids but no full hybrid. Should you now take a serious look at Chevy’s eAssist mild hybrids, small and efficient new vehicles? Sure, if the mpg meets your needs, as quality is less of a concern at any rate. GM has steadily improved the design of all its products, and has received acknowledgments its QC program is mostly working – notwithstanding a drama-laden ignition switch recall. But where GM actually shines is the Volt. This “extended-range” electric car with gas-engine backup has shown the carmaker can produce a plug-in hybrid that three years after its launch still had the longest EV range of about 40 miles. The carmaker also has the Spark EV sold from launch only in California and Oregon, thus a compliance car to meet California-based regulations. GM has capability, but what its plans might be are a mystery, and it still still emanates mixed messages.
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2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Review – VideoThe Chevy Bolt is the first EV for under $40,000 to offer over 200 miles range. |
119 MPG | Electric | $ | |
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2017 Chevrolet Bolt Review – First DriveThe Chevy Bolt is the first EV for under $40,000 to offer over 200 miles range. |
MPG | Electric | $ | |
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2017 Chevy Volt Review – VideoThe 2017 Volt is waiting to be discovered. Gen 2 is better, and this is America's highest EV-range plug-in hybrid. |
106 MPG | Electric | $ | |
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2016 Chevrolet Volt Review – First DriveThe 2016 Volt is waiting to be discovered. Gen 2 is better, and this is America's highest EV-range plug-in hybrid. |
106 MPG | Electric | $33995 | |
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2014 Chevrolet Cruze Turbo Diesel – VideoThe Chevrolet Cruze Turbo Diesel is GM's alternative to VW's diesel Jetta TDI. |
33 MPG | Diesel | $25695 | Now |
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2014 Chevrolet Malibu With Stop-Start System OverviewThe Malibu LS comes standard with a stop-start system, the first midsize sedan sold in the United States that is so equipped. |
29 MPG | Stop-Start | $22965 | Now |
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2013 Chevrolet Silverado HybridThe two-wheel drive (2WD) versions of the Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid offer excellent efficiency for full-size pickups. |
21 MPG | Hybrid | $39900 | Used |
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2013 Chevrolet Tahoe HybridThe Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid makes significant strides in improving the fuel economy of the full-size SUV. |
21 MPG | Hybrid | $52300 | Now |
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2013 Chevrolet Volt Review – VideoAll-electric gas-free driving for 40-mile stretches. |
106 MPG | plug-in hybrid | $39100 | Now |
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2013 Chevrolet Malibu EcoA nicely styled automobile with a class-leading interior and impressive handling characteristics. |
MPG | Hybrid | $25200 | Now |
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2011 Chevrolet Cruze EcoNew stylish subcompact, due in 2010, could be Chevy's high-mpg hit. |
34 MPG | Small Car | $18200 | Now |
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2010 Chevrolet EquinoxSmall gas-powered SUV with the highest highway fuel economy rating. |
26 MPG | $23200 | Now | |
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Chevrolet Equinox Fuel CellA fleet of 100 Chevy Equinoxes running on hydrogen have been tested by more than 3,000 thousand real-world drivers. |
43 MPG | Hydrogen | $ | Concept |
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2010 Chevrolet AveoBargain price for comfortable ride, fuel-efficiency, and reasonable performance |
29 MPG | Small Car | $12000 | Now |
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2008 Chevrolet Impala E85The popular sedan is one of the front-running flagships of the E85 movement. |
17 MPG | E85 Ethanol | $22400 | Now |
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado E85America's prototypical pickup is a natural fit for E85. |
13 MPG | E85 Ethanol | $29400 | Now |
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2009 Chevrolet Malibu HybridThe familiar family sedan now with dramatic changes in style, refinement, and performance. And a hybrid drive. |
29 MPG | Hybrid | $22800 | Discontinued |