Why Buy a Hybrid Vehicle?

Just a few years ago, hybrid cars were a rare sight on Arkansas roads. If you saw someone driving a hybrid, you might have thought they were weird or maybe even a little crazy. That doesn’t seem to be the case anymore. Year-by-year, hybrids are becoming more popular on Arkansas roads and highways. Why is this? What reasons are there to buy a hybrid? Could you even see yourself buying one someday soon? There are many reasons hybrids are taking up a larger share of the Arkansas market, and, if you read along, you might be purchasing a hybrid vehicle in the near future as well.

Less Fuel Consumption
Perhaps the biggest reason people buy hybrid vehicles is a financial one. Hybrids consume less fuel than classic gas-powered vehicles, saving you a significant amount of money at the gas pump. For example, the 2021 Hyundai Sonata gets 38 miles per gallon on the highway, while the 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid gets 54 miles per gallon. If gas costs $2.00 per gallon and you drive 20,000 miles per year, then driving a hybrid will save you, on average, $311 per year. These savings add up over time, making up for the slightly higher MSRP hybrids have on the front end.

Less Pollution
While you might not be terribly concerned about climate change, we can all agree that less air pollution is generally a good thing. Hybrid vehicles emit significantly less pollution than their gas-powered counterparts. It is estimated that hybrid vehicles are 80% cleaner than typical gas vehicles. This means that in driving a hybrid vehicle, you could play a small part in reducing emissions in your area.

Minor Differences in Power and Performance
Contrary to popular belief, you don’t sacrifice much power or performance when driving a hybrid. Unless you’re trying to race your car, you will hardly notice a difference. With the 2021 Sonata, the base engine produces a maximum of 191 horsepower. On the 2021 Sonata Hybrid, the maximum horsepower is 150. This isn’t really enough for the average driver to notice a difference.

Thinking about buying a hybrid?
If you are thinking about buying a hybrid, Hyundai produces a number of good hybrid models. Both the Sonata and the Iconiq are available in Hybrid form, and they allow you to enjoy all the benefits of a hybrid without skimping out on performance or luxury. Stop by Chris Crain Hyundai if you’d like to test drive one of these vehicles and see if a hybrid would be the right choice for you.

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