With sales of the first-generation Amarok launched in 2010 now totaling more than 830,000 worldwide, VW has high hopes for its successor, with key markets including Australia, New Zealand, Africa, the Middle East and Europe.
The Leaf S with 40-kWh battery and EPA-estimated range of 149 miles is priced at $27,800, while the Leaf SV Plus with 60-kWh battery and 212 miles of range is priced at $35,800. Prices exclude $1,095 for destination and handling.
The Ioniq hybrid and PHEV are being dropped in favor of Hyundai’s expanding electrified-vehicle lineup that includes the battery-electric Ioniq 5. Hyundai on June 28 unveiled the Ioniq 6 BEV, the Ioniq sub-brand’s second model.
Hyundai’s Ioniq 6 “Electrified Streamliner” BEV emphasizes sustainability and a user-centric interior designed to reduce distraction. The second entry in the company’s BEV brand makes its world premiere this month.
Hyundai says the Ioniq 6’s “overall design theme of ‘Ethical Uniqueness’ reflects Hyundai’s customer-centric commitment to energy efficiency and environmental responsibility.”
Cadillac is pinning its resurgence on the Celestiq, a hand-built luxury sedan that will be made in extremely low volume. If Cadillac truly wants to be considered as the Standard of the World again, it needs to charge at least $350,000 for this car...
