Road Test: 2018 Kia Optima PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid)
 Like last year, the 2018 Kia Optima PHEV is thousands of dollars less than other similar models in the segment including the Ford Fusion Energi.
 Like last year, the 2018 Kia Optima PHEV is thousands of dollars less than other similar models in the segment including the Ford Fusion Energi.
All the way around, the 2019 Kia Forte can hold its own against the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla and others in this class.
The bottom line is FCA, often beat-up for not being as enthusiastic about electric drive, appears to have stealthily positioned itself to become one of the country’s leaders in electrification.
Built in Georgetown, Kentucky, the 2019 Toyota Camry Hybrid has EPA class-leading fuel economy for a five-passenger, midsize sedan.
The 2019 HyundaiVeloster R-Spec nudges into the hot hatch category, but at a lower entry price than the high performance Veloster N.
If you drive less than 50 miles a day and charge regularly, the 2019 Chevrolet Volt is a great choice for all-electric driving, with the option to take off wherever you want using the gasoline range extender.
You will be pleased to know the 2018 Volkswagen Passat GT is carrying on a performance tradition. Plus, with a base price under $30,000, it is a real option when considering a five-passenger sedan.
The all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent midsize crossover SUV will seat up to eight. It comes standard with all-wheel drive, a host of advanced safety and driver assistance features, and a new four-cylinder engine.
The 2019 Lexus RX 450h doesn’t need to try too hard, as it is just fine the way it is.
Clean Fleet Report spent a week in the 2018 Kia Sportage SX AWD and came away impressed with its exterior design, interior comfort and convenience.