Hybrid Cars cost more when compared
with the non-hybrid version of the same vehicle. Hybrid cars cost
an additional $2000 -$5000. Why does any one wants to invest more
, obviously there are abundant benefits in buying a Hybrid Car.
Here are a list of advantages if you are planning to buy a Hybrid
Car. If you are investing $20,000+ on a car, waiting for few months
to get the car to your home and planning on enjoying the hybrid
drive. You must know what it offers for sure!!.
| 1. |
Best Gas Mileage . The Maximum gas mileage offered
by Hybrid Cars is 61 Miles per gallon in the city and 68 miles
per gallon on the highway. This is one of the best reason to
buy a hybrid. |
| 2. |
There is a federal tax deduction if you buy a hybrid car and
varies upon the state you live. Hybrid car buyers received a
tax deduction of $2000 if they bought the car prior Dec 2003.
In 2004 hybrid car buyers received a tax incentive of $1500.
Federal law phases out the Clean Fuel Tax Deduction during tax
years 2004-2006 by 25% each year. |
| 3. |
Don't have to learn anything new, all the usage features are
similar to the conventional gas cars. |
| 4. |
They emit less pollutants and green house gases , hence are
a lesser threat to the environment. |
| 5. |
Hybrid cars are as safe as non-hybrid cars even though they
run on electric power. |
| 6. |
Hybrid car efficiency is increasing every year and in the
future their performance will increase in a high trend. |
| 7. |
Shorter commuting times with the ability to drive in HOV lines
in some states. |
| 8. |
As the hybrid cars use less amount of fossil fuels and run
on electric power, they create an option to decrease our dependency
on fossil fuels. They are creating options for alternate fuel
sources. |
| 9. |
Battery pack in the hybrid car which is the electric power
source never needs to be charged from an electric source. Regenerative
braking system which captures kinetic energy and the gasoline
engine recharges the batteries when necessary. |
| 10. |
Hybrid car engine size is smaller and the lightweight materials
used in manufacturing Hybrids tend to weigh less than their
non-Hybrid counterparts. |
| 11. |
Money $$ saving as lesser gas is used and less trip to gas
stations. |
| 12 |
Higher resale value and possibility to sell your older car
in less than a week most assuredly if the demand continues. |
| 13. |
Most hybrid models also have special warranty provisions for
the expensive add-ons like the battery pack and electric motor.
|
| 1. |
They are a little expensive than the similar conventional
car which may vary from $2000 to $5000. |
| 2. |
In some states there is additional registration charges. |
| 3. |
Hybrid cars have a more complex power train, which might lead
more chances for failure and fixes that your typical mechanic
cannot do. Though it is not observed so by the people who are
using them. |
| 4. |
Parts used in hybrid cars may be a little expensive than the
conventional cars but the battery pack and electric motor are
given special warranty. |
| 5. |
Hybrid cars are as safe as non-hybrid cars even though they
run on electric power. |
| 6. |
Not all hybrid cars are fuel efficient with great mileage.
Compare hybrid vehicles for mileage before you actually buy,
if your biggest reason is save gas mileage. |
| 7. |
Wait time is longer and you can get only specific packages
sold by the car maker. Customizable cars with options other
than what has been offered by car makers may take longer times. |
