most fuel efficient large vehicle
#1
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most fuel efficient large vehicle
Is the Pacifica hybrid the most fuel efficient large vehicle for a road-trip (that National has)?
I presume hybrid suvs dont have the same level of mpg, and sedans like the Ford Fusion have an awdully small trunk when they are a hybrid.
Trip with 4 adults, a wheelchair
I presume hybrid suvs dont have the same level of mpg, and sedans like the Ford Fusion have an awdully small trunk when they are a hybrid.
Trip with 4 adults, a wheelchair
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how do you get a hybrid?
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They do exist; about 20% of the Pacificas I've seen lately have been hybrids. I don't think you can reserve one, though.
The mpg difference is only marginal - maybe 2 mpg over the V6 if you're not plugging it in to get the extra 30 mile range.
But you'll pay the equivalent of $5-$7 per gallon to charge it (if you can even find a charger).
The mpg difference is only marginal - maybe 2 mpg over the V6 if you're not plugging it in to get the extra 30 mile range.
But you'll pay the equivalent of $5-$7 per gallon to charge it (if you can even find a charger).
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Tesla is free to charge through the Tesla Supercharger network if you rent through National/Enterprise.
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The mpg difference is only marginal - maybe 2 mpg over the V6 if you're not plugging it in to get the extra 30 mile range. [QUOTE=m907;34248061]
I'm clueless on anything non-gas; what kind of "plugging-in" would I require on straight-thru drive NY-Miami? (when the only desired interruption in driving would be to fuel-up)
I'm clueless on anything non-gas; what kind of "plugging-in" would I require on straight-thru drive NY-Miami? (when the only desired interruption in driving would be to fuel-up)
#12
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None. It runs on gas but you can charge the battery to get an extra 30-40 miles of electric range.
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I do quite a few long road-trips. Not sure if this is your idea of good mileage, but Ive been able to squeeze out 27 mpg on a Ford Expedition. You have to keep it in eco mode, use the throttle really gently, and keep your speed below 60. In the past, Ive managed 30 mpg on the older Tahoe/Suburban with the cylinder shut off feature and almost all highway driving, but National doesnt have any more of these since the new models came out
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I wouldn't expect to see a Highlander Hybrid or Venza in the fleet, but I own the latter. I'm averaging 41 MPG in mixed city/highway driving without doing anything special (mode set to "Normal," A/C on, etc.).
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I haven't seen one personally in the fleet, but the 2021+ Toyota Sienna are all hybrids. No plugging in required and about 35 MPG. Enterprise/National has had Siennas in its fleet (I still see 2020 models actively being used locally), but I haven't seen a 2021 or 2022 yet.
I wouldn't expect to see a Highlander Hybrid or Venza in the fleet, but I own the latter. I'm averaging 41 MPG in mixed city/highway driving without doing anything special (mode set to "Normal," A/C on, etc.).
I wouldn't expect to see a Highlander Hybrid or Venza in the fleet, but I own the latter. I'm averaging 41 MPG in mixed city/highway driving without doing anything special (mode set to "Normal," A/C on, etc.).
I did hear all newer Siennas are hybrids (Toyotas push to electrification) but I haven't seen a hybrid one yet.
How spacious is the Venza?