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Hybrid Electric

The improved efficiency of electric with the convenience of gas. Hybrids (HEVs) have both a gas-powered engine and a battery-powered electric motor. Gas goes in the tank and the battery is charged through regenerative braking, not through an outlet.

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Vehicle

HEVs offer the most choice with over 103 models available in 2023. HEVs are currently the only EV choice that include options for cars, SUVs, trucks, and vans. Toyota has traditionally dominated the market with the RAV4 and Prius being particularly popular.

Charging

The biggest difference between HEVs and other types of EVs is that their battery is not charged by plugging into a power source. Instead, HEVs use regenerative braking to capture energy as the vehicle slows, which is then used to power its electric motor.

Range

HEVs’ high miles per gallon (mpg) efficiencies combined with their easy to fill gas tanks enable them to go the distance. For example, the 2023 Toyota Prius hybrid has a combined EPA estimated range of 644 miles.

cost

HEVs often cost more than traditional gas-powered vehicles (typically $2,000 to $3,000 according to Consumer Reports). However, the amount they save on gas is often enough to cover this premium.

Emission

HEVs’ improved gas mileage makes them better for the environment than non-hybrid vehicles. However, their total emissions are still higher than fully electric vehicles.

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YOUR RESULTS

Hybrid Electric

The improved efficiency of electric with the convenience of gas. Hybrids (HEVs) have both a gas-powered engine and a battery-powered electric motor. Gas goes in the tank and the battery is charged through regenerative braking, not through an outlet.

scroll to learn more

Vehicle

HEVs offer the most choice with over 103 models available in 2023. HEVs are currently the only EV choice that include options for cars, SUVs, trucks, and vans. Toyota has traditionally dominated the market with the RAV4 and Prius being particularly popular.

CHARGING

The biggest difference between HEVs and other types of EVs is that their battery is not charged by plugging into a power source. Instead, HEVs use regenerative braking to capture energy as the vehicle slows, which is then used to power its electric motor.

RANGE

HEVs’ high miles per gallon (mpg) efficiencies combined with their easy to fill gas tanks enable them to go the distance. For example, the 2023 Toyota Prius hybrid has a combined EPA estimated range of 644 miles.

COST

HEVs often cost more than traditional gas-powered vehicles (typically $2,000 to $3,000 according to Consumer Reports). However, the amount they save on gas is often enough to cover this premium.

EMISSION

HEVs’ improved gas mileage makes them better for the environment than non-hybrid vehicles. However, their total emissions are still higher than fully electric vehicles.

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