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To: bentway who wrote (829973)	1/14/2015 12:46:09 PM
From: Broken_Clock	Respond to of 1575883

Chevrolet Volt Overview The Volt electric car has a backup engine to extend its typical 35-mile electric range. It is quick, quiet, and responsive, with a taut ride. Once the lithium-ion battery is depleted, the 1.4-liter engine acts as a generator to extend the range by 315 miles. Recharging take 4 hours using a 240-volt supply and 10 hours with 120 volts. We averaged the equivalent of 99 mpg in electric mode and 32 mpg when it switched over to gasoline. The four-seat capacity limits practicality, the rear seat is cramped, and visibility is poor. For 2015, the battery storage capacity is increased from 16 kWh to 17.1, likely leading to more EV-only miles. Reliability has been average. === IOW, typical Detroit POS. ++++++ Toyota Prius Overview The Prius is extremely economical, averaging 44 mpg overall, and 55 mpg on the highway in our tests. With light throttle input it can quietly drive on electric power up to 25 mph. The ride is firm yet steady, and handling is sound and secure, but not particularly agile. Road noise is pronounced. The interior is roomy, but fit and finish is just so-so and some controls take a bit of getting used to. The plug-in version typically delivers around 12 miles on electricity, boosting mileage to the equivalent of 67 mpg. When the electric range is depleted, the car reverts to regular Prius performance, averaging 43 mpg overall. Reliability has been well above average for both the regular Prius and the plug-in.