THE PROS AND CONS OF BUYING A HYBRID VEHICLE OR PLUG-IN HYBRID
Techlife News|August 17, 2024
If you’re ready to move on from a purely gasoline-fueled vehicle but you’re not ready to go fully electric, you have two choices.
THE PROS AND CONS OF BUYING A HYBRID VEHICLE OR PLUG-IN HYBRID

You can get a hybrid or a plug-in hybrid vehicle. But which one is best? Experts can help you decide.

HYBRID PROS & CONS

A hybrid electric vehicle has a gasoline engine, a small electric motor, and a small battery pack that work together to improve fuel economy, enhance performance, or both. The best-known hybrid is the Toyota Prius, but they come in all shapes and sizes. From compact cars to fullsize pickup trucks, there is a hybrid for just about anyone.

PROS

  • Improves fuel economy while reducing emissions.

  • Sometimes improves acceleration and overall performance.

  • Often provides electric-only driving at low speeds for short distances.

  • Usually doesn’t reduce passenger or cargo space.

  • Never needs to be plugged in Small increase in price, if any Reduced fueling costs

CONS

Cannot travel long distances solely on electricity.

Cannot travel at higher speeds only on electricity.

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