Crossovers
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Given the diesel scandal lingering over Volkswagen's operations, it might come as a surprise that Audi has unveiled a new, high-performance flagship crossover powered by the controversial fuel. But the new SQ7 brings to the table much more than just a high-power 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged diesel V-8 engine. Among the model's numerous highlights is an electric compressor that spins at up to 70,000 rpm to supply boost so quickly that the lag endemic to turbochargers is largely negated. ALSO SEE: One-Quarter Of All Audis To Be Electric In 10 Years, Company Says The electric compressor is...
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Audi Q2 small SUV debuts at Geneva, another utility vehicle for German luxury brand
The Audi Q2 is a new smaller crossover from the German luxury brand.
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VW T-Cross Breeze Concept in Geneva previews new small SUV
Right now, Volkswagen has two crossover SUVs in production: the new second-generation Tiguan that will come to North America next year, and the larger, pricier Touareg premium utility vehicle A concept introduced this morning at the Geneva Motor Show, however, points the way to a new and smaller...
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Next MINI Countryman SUV To Offer Plug-In Hybrid Version
The next MINI Countryman could borrow a plug-in hybrid powertrain from the BMW 225xe.
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2016 Hyundai Tucson Eco: Gas Mileage Drive Of New Compact SUV
South Korean carmaker Hyundai has aggressive plans to expand its lineup and its sales in virtually every segment, and it's launched consistently better cars for several years in a row. With gas prices remaining low, the compact crossover utility segment is red-hot in the U.S. market right now, and...
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2016 Volvo XC90 T8 Plug-In Hybrid: An Owner's First 21 Days
The 2016 Volvo XC90 T8 'Twin Engine' that went on sale last August was only the second plug-in hybrid SUV to be sold in the U.S., after the Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid. Since then it has been joined by the BMW X5 xDrive 40e, and coming up are the Mercedes-Benz GLE 550e, the Mitsubishi Outlander...
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The 2017 Kia Niro "hybrid utility vehicle" revealed this morning at the Chicago Auto Show marks the South Korean brand's ambitious entry into dedicated hybrids. While dedicated hybrids have traditionally been hatchbacks--think Honda Insight, Toyota Prius, even the plug-in hybrid Chevrolet Volt--none have yet been designed as crossover utility vehicles. Even better, Kia promises that there's a Niro plug-in hybrid version coming after the conventional hybrid launches late this year. DON'T MISS: 2017 Kia Optima Hybrids: Details On 27-Mile Plug-In Hybrid Given that the larger, heavier Kia Optima...
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Toyota C-HR Small SUV To Offer Hybrid; Production Debut At Geneva Show
The Toyota C-HR will debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show.
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2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid: Gas Mileage Review
The 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is the first mass-market crossover utility with a hybrid powertrain since the demise of the Ford Escape Hybrid in 2012. Granted, there's the luxury Lexus NX hybrid (using some of the same underpinninngs), and the low-volume Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, with a mild-hybrid...
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Audi e-Tron Quattro Electric Car Production Site In 2018 Chosen
Audi will build its electric SUV in Belgium.
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Hydrogen-Powered Mercedes GLC To Launch In 2017
A Mercedes-Benz production fuel-cell vehicle will launch in 2017.
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Kia Niro 'Hybrid Utility Vehicle' First Photos Revealed At Detroit Auto Show
As part of its parent company's push into hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and battery-electric vehicles, Kia will introduce what it calls a 'hybrid utility vehicle' at next month's Chicago Auto Show. Today, at the more influential Detroit Auto Show, the Korean company released the images of that vehicle...
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Hyundai's next fuel-cell vehicle will be a dedicated model, a new report says.
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2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid: On Sale Late Summer, Now
The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid will now arrive in the U.S. in Summer 2016.
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Here's What The Tesla Model X Assembly Line Looks Like
See the Tesla Model X assembly line in a new video.
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Saab Owner NEVS To Launch Five Electric Cars By 2018, For Chinese Market
Saab owner National Electric Vehicle Sweden (NEVS) says it will launch an electric car in 2017, and four more in 2018.
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2016 Tesla Model X Priced From $81,200; All Versions Can Be Ordered Now
The Tesla Model X will start at $81,200, including destination.
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Scion C-HR Concept: Live Photos From Los Angeles Auto Show
With its iA subcompact sedan and iM compact hatchback launched, Scion is now starting to reap the benefits of its first mainstream new models in several years. But there's a third model coming, the brand's first-ever crossover utility vehicle, and today at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Toyota's "youth...
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Jaguar is reportedly planning an electric SUV with styling inspired by the C-X75 supercar concept.
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2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Price To Start At $29,270
The 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid will start at just under $30,000.
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Fourth Tesla Model X Said To Go To Google Founder Sergey Brin
The fourth Tesla Model X electric crossover went to Google co-founder Sergey Brin, a new report says.
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Tesla Model X Sun Visor Design: Genius 'Delight' Or Overkill?
Elon Musk said the Tesla Model X is more complicated than it needs to be. Is he right?
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Subaru Viziv Future Concept Previews Next-Generation Hybrid System
At this week's Tokyo Motor Show, Subaru displayed two separate concepts. One was a thinly disguised version of the upcoming 2017 Subaru Impreza hatchback, labeled a concept, but the other was a genuine concept car displaying innovations that may (or may not) make it into future production vehicles...
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Mitsubishi eX: Live Shots Of Electric SUV Concept At Tokyo Motor Show
The only new battery-electric concept car from a major automaker was unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show today, from a company that hasn't had a lot of new product lately. The Mitsubishi eX Electric Crossover Concept is just what its name would indicate: a concept version of a compact crossover...
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