The price of Gas is so high and the greenhouse gases are still destroying our environment so it is no wonder that you are thinking of getting a hybrid or electric car.
Even before you consider buying the top of the range models there are disadvantages to most of the models that you will need to take into consideration.
Hybrid vehicles combine electrical and gasoline power sources, either alternating between the two or using gas to generate power for the other. Cars that run on electric power operate on a mile basis so considering how long your journey is you must plan when and where to make a stop.
If you're looking at either option, the biggest hurdle to clear will be price. The Toyota model is one of the most well-known models and they only up the mileage to 50mph and carry a huge price tag of $22,000 which means that to cover your loses it will take several years compared to a gas vehicle which is more fuel-efficient. The other brands tell the same story, most of them worse because they end up costing more and getting even less mileage.
The gas powered Mini Cooper gets 36 miles per gallon and costs $19,800 while in comparison The Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan get you 39 miles per gallon but cost an enormous $27,000 both are not really a good choice at all.
Considering an electric model? Then the price will go higher. Nearly a dozen models are either in trial stages or expected to go into production this year, but the cheapest still carry a $40,000 estimated price tag. A backup generator which runs on gas actually charges the Chevrolet Volt and with it's electric power it can run for up to 40 miles. Going for up to 100 miles on one charge the Nissan Leaf goes for around the same price but has no backup generator. For $57,000 and available next year the Tesla Model S sedan will make it for 300 miles in between charges which is amazing. If you want to go electric, you'll have to plan for recharging and perhaps shorter drives than you might be accustomed to taking.
Hybrid and electric cars have potential disadvantages that extend beyond their up front cost as well. Servicing and repairing your hybrid or electric car will be a big issue, there will only be a few places that specialize in them and they will be very costly. Suppose you must travel very far to buy the vehicle that would make it difficult to transport the car back for servicing and repairs when needed. Also you will put yourself and others at greater risk when accidents happen in your car.
In time the problems and issues surrounding purchasing and keeping a hybrid or electric car will be solved but for now I would wait and just watch the technology advance. So hold out for a while and do not rush into it, the demand for these vehicles is growing and so the prices are dropping making it a better investment if you purchase later on.
Even before you consider buying the top of the range models there are disadvantages to most of the models that you will need to take into consideration.
Hybrid vehicles combine electrical and gasoline power sources, either alternating between the two or using gas to generate power for the other. Cars that run on electric power operate on a mile basis so considering how long your journey is you must plan when and where to make a stop.
If you're looking at either option, the biggest hurdle to clear will be price. The Toyota model is one of the most well-known models and they only up the mileage to 50mph and carry a huge price tag of $22,000 which means that to cover your loses it will take several years compared to a gas vehicle which is more fuel-efficient. The other brands tell the same story, most of them worse because they end up costing more and getting even less mileage.
The gas powered Mini Cooper gets 36 miles per gallon and costs $19,800 while in comparison The Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan get you 39 miles per gallon but cost an enormous $27,000 both are not really a good choice at all.
Considering an electric model? Then the price will go higher. Nearly a dozen models are either in trial stages or expected to go into production this year, but the cheapest still carry a $40,000 estimated price tag. A backup generator which runs on gas actually charges the Chevrolet Volt and with it's electric power it can run for up to 40 miles. Going for up to 100 miles on one charge the Nissan Leaf goes for around the same price but has no backup generator. For $57,000 and available next year the Tesla Model S sedan will make it for 300 miles in between charges which is amazing. If you want to go electric, you'll have to plan for recharging and perhaps shorter drives than you might be accustomed to taking.
Hybrid and electric cars have potential disadvantages that extend beyond their up front cost as well. Servicing and repairing your hybrid or electric car will be a big issue, there will only be a few places that specialize in them and they will be very costly. Suppose you must travel very far to buy the vehicle that would make it difficult to transport the car back for servicing and repairs when needed. Also you will put yourself and others at greater risk when accidents happen in your car.
In time the problems and issues surrounding purchasing and keeping a hybrid or electric car will be solved but for now I would wait and just watch the technology advance. So hold out for a while and do not rush into it, the demand for these vehicles is growing and so the prices are dropping making it a better investment if you purchase later on.
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