With hybrids and fully electric vehicles, or EV for short, on the market there can still be some confusion to knowing which one is right for you. First, it is important to understand the differences between the two. A hybrid contains two motors, one for petrol and one for the battery. A fully electric vehicle, also known as a battery electric vehicle (BEV) contains only one engine and it is ran solely by a battery. It does not have a gas tank and therefore produces no tailpipe emissions. Today we will be focusing on hybrids and how to determine if it is right for you.
Let’s think about your lifestyle to help understand if a Hybrid vehicle is right for you.
What is your average drive time?
Think about your daily schedule. Are you in rush hour traffic? Drop off and pick up line at your kids school? Are you a city driver or located in a rural area? Understanding your average drive time will help you determine your need for petrol. Even if you have long drive times without access to charge stations, a hybrid may be the right choice for you. It offers low emissions but also gives you the freedom to stay on the road when needed by switching automatically between the petrol and battery engines.
How much are you filling up at the pump?
Knowing your current budget will help you determine the overall cost and savings of owning a hybrid. Genless makes one of our favorite tools for calculating the total cost of owning specific vehicles, so you can contrast and compare to find what is right for you and your budget: https://genless.govt.nz/for-business/moving-people/vehicle-total-cost-of-ownership-calculator/
What does your average commute look like?
Are you casually driving through residential neighborhoods on your way to work, or are you zooming through rough roads and forging your way through rocky river beds? Chances are, its the first option.
For a long time hybrids were thought of as a weaker and less powerful vehicle due to the battery powered motor. But, technology has expanded and most all hybrids hold the same power, torque, and towing capacity as a fully petrol powered car. And in some cases hybrids have even performed better. So no need to worry about holding your own on the road, hybrids will complete most any task.
Taking time to understand your driving lifestyle and needs is important when making a big purchase like a vehicle. Understanding your options is equally important. The key take away is that modern hybrids can get you most anywhere you need to go all while maximizing fuel economy, saving you money at the pump, and are a key pathway to protecting the environment.
Hyundais offers a wide range of hybrid vehicles:
IONIQ Hybrid Series II
IONIQ Hybrid delivers everything you expect from a conventional car, but with all the environmental and economic benefits that come with driving electric. No detail is forgotten in this car with brand new technology features on the interior and up to 8 color choices for the exterior, you can make this car feel perfectly you.
Kona Hybrid Series II
The award-winning Kona SUV is now available in a hybrid option. This engineering delivers maximum fuel efficiency while providing the same power and performance. It is perfect for the working professional commuter car, or a small family.
Tucson Hybrid
The revolutionary Tucson Hybrid is now on the market, with a sleek and modern design sure to impress. The technology on the inside is as impressive as the design on the outside with upgraded technology and state of the art features that make your everyday life easier and more efficient.
Santa Fe Hybrid
Hybrids are no longer restricted to small 5 seater mini-cars, technological advancements have allowed for even a 7-seat family SUV to have hybrid options. One of the vehicles leading the way is the Hyundai Santa Fe.
Like the Tucson, the Santa Fe also offers a plug-in hybrid option. This option comes with a larger battery and an electric motor which allow you to travel on pure electric power for a driving range up to 57* kilometers.
