All About Hyundai Hybrid and EV Models
Is this the year to finally trade in your not-so-fuel-efficient car for something with much better gas mileage? Any Hyundai hybrid or electric vehicle would be a great replacement. This guide from Kearny Mesa Hyundai explains the different powertrains and goes over your options.
How Do Hybrid Models Work?
Unlike gas-powered cars that only have engines, hybrids add an electric motor. This increases fuel economy substantially. Hybrids can go a certain distance just using electricity, and when that driving range ends, the engine kicks in.
How Do Electric Vehicles Work?
If you opt for an EV, your car will have one noticeable thing missing: the engine. These vehicles are powered solely by motors and batteries. You will never again have to worry about stopping to fill up, but they will need to be plugged in to get power.
How Many Hybrid Powertrains are Available?
Hyundai makes two types of hybrids: mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV). The mild models use regenerative braking to charge up, which captures used brake energy and turns it into a power source. Plug-ins, as the name implies, need to be plugged in to recharge.
How Long Does It Take to Charge Hybrids and EVs?
The nice thing with any Hyundai plug-in is that you can use a regular household-style 120-volt outlet to add juice. Depending on the model, you can get your new Hyundai vehicle fully charged in around six hours. If you have a 240-volt outlet or plan to have one installed, charging time could be cut to just two hours.
If you’re out and about and want to charge your car, you can use a public charging station to do so. A 240-volt outlet will typically get a battery fully charged between seven and 10 hours, and a public charging station will reduce that time quite a bit.
How Many Hybrids and EVs Does Hyundai Offer?
For years now, Hyundai has been at the forefront of green automotive initiatives. This is why the carmaker now produces several hybrids.
In the mild sedan, class, this includes the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid and Hyundai Sonta Hybrid. Both the Hyundai Tucson and Hyundai Santa Fe are also offered as either a mild or plug-in hybrid. As for EVs, the Hyundai IONIQ 5, Hyundai IONIQ 6, and Hyundai Kona Electric are all popular models.
Find Your Ideal Hyundai Hybrid or EV in San Diego, CA
Want to learn more about these green vehicles? Visit our Hyundai dealership in San Diego, CA, to see everything in stock. We can also go over current Hyundai financing offers — see us today!
