If you'd like to spend less of your hard-earned dollars on gasoline, but you're not ready to go all-electric, a hybrid car or SUV is a sensible choice. Since hybrid vehicles still use some gas, Rutland, VT drivers don't have to worry about running out of charge. Alderman's Toyota has a wide selection of hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles at our dealership near Middlebury and we're pleased to tell you more about the differences between hybrid versus electric cars (EVs).
Differences Between Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (EVs)
An electric vehicle (EV) is powered solely by an electric battery and one or more electric motors. Models that have an electric motor on both the front and rear axles are all-wheel drive. Hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) have a gas-powered internal combustion engine and one or two motors that supplement it. Castleton drivers who don't want to have to recharge a battery on long-distance trips will prefer a hybrid or PHEV.
Differences Between Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles (PHEVs)
A plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) has a larger battery that must be charged from an external source. People in Glens Falls will appreciate that a PHEV can drive a certain distance on solely electric power. A regular hybrid vehicle employs its own system to generate power, using things like regenerative braking to refill its battery. Both hybrids and PHEVs still use gasoline, but their electric motors supply part of the power for greater efficiency.
Toyota Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid Models
Alderman's offers a variety of hybrid and PHEV vehicles, including the new Toyota Corolla Hybrid. This compact hybrid car has a gentle ride and a wealth of convenient standard tech features. If you'd prefer a hybrid Toyota SUV, try the new Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. This spacious compact SUV has peppy acceleration and a well-cushioned ride. Claremont drivers who want to make fewer trips to the gas pump will like that the RAV4 Hybrid returns 41 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway.
If you need a bigger SUV to shuttle your family around Rutland, choose the new Toyota Highlander Hybrid. This midsize SUV seats up to eight people in its well-built cabin. It also earns up to 36 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway when properly equipped.
These are just a few of the new hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles we offer at Alderman's Toyota. For a fully electric SUV, check out the new Toyota bZ4x.
