Category Archives: fuel economy

2021 Volkswagen ID.4 – First Drive

Posted on July 9, 2021 by urbandriverchicago

The ID.4 is Volkswagen’s first all-electric utility vehicle (UV) and the brand’s first global battery electric vehicle (BEV). Notably, the Volkswagen ID.4 has been named “World Car of the Year 2021,” prevailing over strong global competition. About half of U.S. … Continue reading →

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2021 Jeep Gladiator – Drive Review

Posted on March 31, 2021 by urbandriverchicago

New on the 2021 Jeep Gladiator is the availability of a 260-hp 3.0-L EcoDiesel V6 with a 442 lb.ft. torque rating.  EPA fuel economy ratings are 24 combined mpg with 22 city mpg and 28 highway mpg. The V6 EcoDiesel … Continue reading →

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2021 Subaru Outback – Drive Review

Posted on January 20, 2021 by urbandriverchicago

The Subaru Outback was all-new for 2020 and has received a few upgrades for 2021. The station wagon-like all-wheel drive Outback is very utilitarian for urban or suburban living and is also designed for off-road driving with impressive trail capability. … Continue reading →

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2021 Kia K5 – Drive Review

Posted on January 7, 2021 by urbandriverchicago

The entirely new 2021 Kia K5 is the newly named Optima successor. Now available with two turbocharged engines and optional all-wheel drive. It’s longer, lower and wider and rides on an all-new platform. It has a well organized interior with … Continue reading →

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2021 Hyundai Elantra and Elantra Hybrid – First Drive

Posted on November 24, 2020 by urbandriverchicago

The all-new seventh-generation Elantra compact sedan is based on a new vehicle platform with longer wheelbase, wider stance, and a lower roofline. The four-door coupe-like look follows what Hyundai calls “Parametric Dynamics” design theme. I drove the 2021 Elantra and … Continue reading →

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2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime – First Drive

Posted on September 18, 2020 by urbandriverchicago

The most powerful and quickest RAV4 ever while also being the most fuel-efficient. That’s the new 302hp 2021 RAV4 Prime. It can do 0-60mph in 5.7 seconds and drive up to 42 miles on battery power. Check out the new … Continue reading →

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Make a getaway in the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica

Posted on August 18, 2020 by urbandriverchicago

My wife and I recently did what many American families are doing this summer, we drove and did not fly to a getaway vacation home.  For the six hour drive from our Chicago home to the northern reaches of Michigan’s … Continue reading →

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2020 Cadillac XT6 – Road Trip

Posted on July 6, 2020 by urbandriverchicago

My wife and I recently took a road trip in the 2020 Cadillac XT6 on a long weekend getaway, like so many Americans will be doing this summer. It’s important to have the right vehicle to make for a not … Continue reading →

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2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid – First Drive

Posted on July 1, 2020 by urbandriverchicago

The 2020 CR-V Hybrid is a new addition to the Honda lineup and the first electrified SUV from the Honda brand in America. It’s also a candidate for the 2021 North American Utility of the Year. Now Honda offers you … Continue reading →

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2020 Volkswagen Golf – Drive Review

Posted on June 19, 2020 by urbandriverchicago

For 2020, the Golf, now in its seventh-generation, comes only one way as a 4-door Golf TSI.  A 1.4-L turbo is under the hood and you can still get a stick shift or, of course, an automatic. Get one now … Continue reading →

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