MPGTerminal
72/100
2012Special Purpose Vehicle 2WDElectricity

2012 Azure Dynamics Transit Connect Electric Van/Wagon

EPA ID: 31893
62
City MPG
62
Combined MPG
62MPG· Excellent
62
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2012 Azure Dynamics Transit Connect Electric Van/Wagon achieves an EPA-estimated 62 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 62 MPG in the city and 62 MPG on the highway.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,200, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $4,750 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSpecial Purpose Vehicle 2WD
Fuel TypeElectricity
EngineN/A
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions0 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score-1/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$1,200
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $4,750

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
62.0
Impact vs EPA
$0
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

⚡ EV Climate Range Simulator

Cold (-10°F)70°FHot (110°F)

Extreme temperatures severely impact lithium-ion battery chemistry and require heavy HVAC usage. See how your range degrades in freezing winters or scorching summers.

Battery Efficiency
100%
Est. Real Range*
138 mi
*Assumes 75kWh pack

EV / PHEV Intel

Powertrain TypeElectricity
MPGe Combined62
D

Range Anxiety Index: High Anxiety

Urban micro-mobility only. Do not attempt long distance travel.

Estimated EPA Range: ~138 miles

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$505/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$16,800
55.4%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$4,000
13.2%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$9,125
30.1%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.3%
Total 5-Year Cost$30,325

Recall Intelligence

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$1,200
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $4,750

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City62 MPG
Highway62 MPG
Combined62 MPG

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.