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The “Green Car Previews” section of the Auto123.com Green Car Guide contains a list of previews and reviews of most hybrid, all-electric, diesel, and highly efficient gasoline models available in Canada.
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2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid and C-MAX Energi In the lead up to the 2012 show in Detroit, Ford released a few more specifications for the upcoming Ford C-MAX Hybrid and its plug-in variant, the Ford C-MAX Energi... Read more |
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2013 Honda CR-Z The CR-Z is virtually in a class of its own at the moment. Certain non-hybrid models can be considered as potential rivals such as... Read more |
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2013 Honda Insight The 2013 Honda Insight is equipped with 6 airbags, traction control, vehicle stability assist, and immobilizer theft-deterrent... Read more |
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2013 Lexus CT 200h There are no major changes to report for 2013. However, the CT 200h now offers a 4-way power adjustable passenger seat, along with a centre armrest... Read more |
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2013 Toyota Prius c Pleasant driving dynamics, a wind-slicing silhouette, and great fuel economy are some of the key attributes of the 2013 Toyota Prius c, the most... Read more |
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2013 Toyota Prius v The 2013 Toyota Prius v is one of the most economical family vehicles in the industry. Its spacious interior offers 50% more overall room than the original Prius 5... Read more |
Mid-size
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2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Fast, efficient and probably rare, the 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 promises reduced fuel consumption around town. At more than $58K, however, that comes at a price... Read more |
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2013 Buick LaCrosse eAssist According to various experts, the Buick LaCrosse sets itself apart by its excellent build quality, fit and finish, quality materials and spacious interior... Read more |
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2013 Buick Regal eAssist The eAssist version of the Buick Regal has a direct injection 2.4 litre 182 hp ECOTEC engine, an electric generator/motor, stop/start technology, and a 115 volt lithium-ion battery... Read more |
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2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid The 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, which is more powerful and economical than its predecessor, can now be driven in 100% all-electric mode longer and more often than... Read more |
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2013 Kia Optima Hybrid The 2013 Kia Optima Hybrid is equipped with a multitude of safety features including 6 airbags, ABS brakes, rear vision camera, automatic brake system... Read more |
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2013 Lincoln MKZ hybrid The 2013 Lincoln MKZ hybrid is a luxury 4-door sedan that comfortably seats five. The stunning MKZ exterior and interior design is based on Lincoln's... Read more |
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2013 Toyota Camry hybrid The ride and handling of the 2013 Toyota Camry Hybrid are identical to its gasoline-powered sibling. It offers a spacious interior, creamy-smooth ride and superb fuel economy... Read more |
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2013 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid The Cadillac Escalade is the only hybrid-powered full-size luxury SUV in the market. Its combined fuel-economy rating of 9.5 L/100 km may raise some eyebrows, but... Read more |
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2013 GMC Yukon / Chevy Tahoe Hybrid The 2013 GMC Yukon hybrid (along with its Chevrolet Tahoe hybrid twin) can tow between 2,586 and 2,812 kg depending on choice of models. This amounts to... Read more |
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2013 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid The Porsche lineup has included an SUV for over 10 years now. The environmentally-friendly Porsche Cayenne S hybrid was introduced in 2011. A 333 hp VW-Audi engine and... Read more |
Luxury/Full-size
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2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 The 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is an intermediate luxury sedan that was launched as a production model back in 2011 at the Tokyo Motor Show. This elegant, dynamic sedan sells... Read more |
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2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 The 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 uses the same inline 6-cylinder motor as the 740Li xDrive, but now features a synchronous electric motor which, when combined with... Read more |
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2013 Lexus LS 600h L There seems to be a consensus among journalists that the Lexus LS 600 hybrid is a veritable mobile 'cocooning' unit on wheels. The obsessive soundproofing and exceptionally... Read more |
Diesel
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2013 Audi A3 TDI Although the Audi A3 TDI shares its platform with the Volkswagen Golf, and although the TDI engine under the hood can also be found in the Golfs, Jettas, and Passats... Read more |
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2013 Audi Q7 TDI The 2013 Audi Q7 TDI is almost an exact copy of the 2012 model, displaying elegant and sober lines. It comes with standard LED headlights and tail lights... Read more |
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2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK 250 BlueTEC This year, 2013, marks the introduction of the 250 BlueTEC version of the famous GLK mid-size luxury SUV. This version is powered by a 4-cylinder twin-turbo diesel engine... Read more |
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2013 Mercedes-Benz R350 BlueTEC The Mercedes-Benz R350, which falls somewhere between an SUV and a minivan, has yet to find its way into the hearts and minds of consumers, with just 515 units... Read more |
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2013 Volkswagen Touareg TDI In spite of its imposing stature, the Touareg TDI, with its sober lines and familiar front grille, still manages to resemble the Passat. It comes equipped with standard... Read more |
Electric
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2013 Fisker Karma This car was certainly the talk of the town in 2013. It was a fixture in even the smallest and remotest auto shows across North America. Initially launched as a concept... Read more |
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2013 Mitsubishi i-MiEV The i-MiEV battery recharges in approximately 22 hours when plugged into a standard 120 V outlet, or 7 hours from a 240 V outlet. The optional CHAdeMO ultrafast... Read more |
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2013 Nissan LEAF The all-electric Nissan LEAF was launched in the Canadian market back in 2011. It has a best in class 120 to 160 km autonomy. The LEAF is well equipped to face our... Read more |
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2013 Mazda3 SKYACTIV As a sedan or as a hatchback, the Mazda3 has been a very popular choice for several years now. For the 2013 model year, this little Japanese winner has come up with... Read more |
