The 2021 Volvo XC90 T8 is a three-row plug-in hybrid SUV with a turbocharged inline-four-cylinder engine up front that sends 313 horsepower through an 8-speed automatic transmission. In the back is an electric motor that delivers 87 horsepower. Together, this new luxury hybrid for sale generates 400 horsepower and 472 pound-foot of torque. 2021 Volvo …
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Volvo XC60 T8 PHEV
The luxury compact SUV segment is packed with excellent competitors from various premium brands. But the Volvo XC60 T8 PHEV doesn’t blend in with its rivals. Since its 2018 redesign, the Volvo XC60 has set itself apart with its unique headlights and taillights, tasteful body lines, and an uncluttered, upscale interior made of high-quality materials. …
Volvo XC40 Recharge
The 2022 Volvo XC40 Recharge is an all-electric version of the gasoline-powered XC40, Volvo’s smallest SUV. It’s the first full EV marketed as a Volvo and is soon to be followed by the sleek and mechanically identical C40 Recharge. As with most long-range electric vehicles, the XC40 Recharge features DC fast charging — which can …
Volvo S90 T8 PHEV
The Volvo S90 T8 PHEV is a take on the classic midsize luxury sedan with a few distinctly Volvo twists: sleek Scandinavian design, excellent seat comfort and an emphasis on safety features. For 2021, the S90 is slightly refreshed to keep it competitive with heavy hitters such as the Audi A6, BMW 5 Series and …
Toyota RAV4 Prime
Toyota has been applying a “Prime” moniker to its Toyota Prius for a few years now. That plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of the Prius has a slightly higher price and a somewhat bigger battery that enables 25 miles of electric driving before the engine comes to life. It’s sensible — if you can plug it …
Toyota Prius Prime
The Toyota Prius Prime is a plug-in Prius that can usually drive about 23 miles on electricity only. However, the gas engine tends to start up in cold weather and under full-throttle acceleration. It takes two hours to charge the Prime through a 240 volt connector, and five hours on regular 120 volts. When not …
Tesla Model Y Performance
The 2021 Tesla Model Y Performance is a small SUV that slots below the larger Model X in the company’s lineup. It’s a Tesla, so of course it’s all-electric. It also has a lot in common with the Model 3 sedan, including similar design inside and out. Compared to the 3, the Y gives you …
Tesla Model Y Long Range
The 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range is a small SUV that slots below the larger Model X in the company’s lineup. It’s a Tesla, so of course it’s all-electric. It also has a lot in common with the Model 3 sedan, including similar design inside and out. Compared to the 3, the Y gives …
Tesla Model X Plaid
Tesla has applied a new change to its Tesla Model X model – specifically to the Plaid version, which now comes standard in the 6-seat configuration only. Previously, both the Long Range and Plaid versions were available as standard in a 5-seat configuration. The 6-seat option (2+2+2) costs $6,500 and the 7-seat version (2+3+2) costs $3,500. That’s still …
Tesla Model X Long Range
Tesla has applied a new change to its Tesla Model X model – specifically to the Plaid version, which now comes standard in the 6-seat configuration only. Previously, both the Long Range and Plaid versions were available as standard in a 5-seat configuration. The 6-seat option (2+2+2) costs $6,500 and the 7-seat version (2+3+2) costs …