Hybrid, Plug-In or Electric: Which Vehicle is Best for You?

What is the best type of electric car for you? Do you want a gas-electric hybrid vehicle, a plug-in hybrid or an electric vehicle? There are many different types to choose from, so let the team at Honda Auto Center of Bellevue assist in your search.

Hybrid cars remain a popular choice among drivers who want the benefits of both gasoline and electric vehicles. With the extensive total driving range and exceptional efficiency, a hybrid car is a smart choice for those looking to reduce the time and money they spend at the gas pump.

Plug-in hybrid cars are the perfect solution for motorists seeking to reduce their carbon footprint but who don't want to drastically change how they refuel their vehicles. Plug-in hybrid electric cars have both an electric motor and a gasoline engine.

Plug-in hybrids can be plugged into a normal household outlet and can use full-electric power until it's depleted, at which point they switch over to the gas-electric hybrid powertrain for the extensive driving range, just like a traditional automobile. Plug-in hybrids allow drivers to fill up on gas and recharge the electric battery, meaning there are multiple ways to refuel for your commute or cruising around town.

Then, there are electric vehicles, which only use electricity as a power source. Full EVs can create "range anxiety" among drivers since many electric cars can't match the total driving range of hybrids, but that is gradually changing. The downside to electric cars is that they can take hours to recharge, plus their relatively limited range.

Honda Hybrid & Plug-In Hybrid Models

Honda has a storied history of hybrids and electrified vehicles, and it helped pioneer the industry with the original Honda Insight. Today, Honda offers an array of electrified models that harness the power and efficiency of hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric car technology.

Let's take a look at some of Honda's highly advanced electrified automobiles:

• Honda Insight: Honda's dedicated hybrid model, the Insight, is a sleek and stylish compact sedan that is as fuel-efficient as it is well-equipped. The new Insight is one of the new Honda cars for sale that utilizes the automaker's advanced Two-Motor Hybrid System.
• Honda Accord Hybrid: If you're looking for a mid-size sedan that excels at everything -- including efficiency -- look no further than the Accord Hybrid. Based on Honda's highly lauded mid-size car, the new Accord Hybrid takes fuel economy to the next level with advanced hybrid tech.
• Honda CR-V Hybrid: Honda's popular crossover SUV, the CR-V, is now available as a hybrid. The new CR-V Hybrid brings Honda's Two-Motor Hybrid System to the world of highly versatile CUVs and SUVs, providing drivers and families with cabin space and fuel economy that's tough to top.
• Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid: Motorists who would like to enjoy the benefits of both hybrid and full-electric driving can turn to the new Clarity Plug-In Hybrid. Plug in, charge, then go with a limited all-electric driving range before the gas-electric hybrid powertrain seamlessly kicks in to provide extended range.

Find Your New Honda Electrified Vehicle near Seattle, WA

There are many different types of electrified cars to choose from, and they all have their benefits. If you're in the market for an electrified car, come talk with us at Honda Auto Center of Bellevue. We can gladly walk you through your options so you can make a decision based on what vehicle best fits your needs and lifestyle. You might find that one type is perfect for commuting while another works great as a family vehicle or weekend cruiser.

Our Bellevue Honda dealership's goal is to provide quality customer service and expertise. We're here to help our valued customers become well-informed before making any purchase decision. So please contact us if there's anything we can do to assist with your hybrid, plug-in or electric vehicle search!