CDJR Electric Vehicle vs. Plug-in Hybrid

The future of driving is arriving at the Wood Motor CDJR Carthage dealership in Carthage, Missouri.

EVs (electric vehicles) and PHEVs (plug-in hybrid electric vehicles) are two car classes that are shifting the automotive industry in a new direction.

So, what’s the difference between an EV and a PHEV?

EVs swap a gasoline tank for a battery and use an electric motor in place of an internal combustion engine (ICE). In contrast, PHEVs use a combination of a battery, electric motor, ICE, and gasoline tank. An example of a new and improved PHEV would be the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid or the 2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe.

The CDJR nameplate is following through on its commitment to clean driving by investing a sizable amount of resources into developing high-quality EVs and PHEVs.

Expand or brush up on your EV and PHEV knowledge with the information below.

A Quick Summarization of EV and PHEV Ranges

While an EV needs to be refueled more frequently than an ICE car, a standard EV range will most likely meet your daily driving needs. EV fuel economy is translated to miles per gallon of gasoline equivalent (MPGe) to facilitate an easy distinction between gas and electric-powered fuel economy.

A PHEV driving range tends to mirror a gas-powered car’s range more closely. Hybrid models can switch between primarily operating on electricity or gas.

Charging an EV or PHEV is straightforward, with three different charging levels at your disposal. The slowest form of EV charging is through Level 1 charging equipment that comes standard with your vehicle purchase and is compatible with a 120-volt outlet.

Level 2 chargers are frequently found in public charging stations or installed at an EV owner’s home. Level 3 charging is the fastest variety of electric driving charging, but is compatible with a limited percentage of EVs. You’re more likely to find a Level 2 charging at a public station than Level 3.

PHEV drivers can easily recharge their car’s battery through the plug-in equipment mentioned above, and some PHEV batteries recharge themselves through regenerative braking and their nearby ICE.

What About Emissions and Towing?

Did you know that EVs produce zero tailpipe emissions? PHEVs will emit tailpipe emissions when using gas.

We didn’t forget about EV factory pollution.

Total emissions for EVs are still lower on average than their gasoline counterparts. The automotive industry is now designing EVs to generate electricity through renewable energy sources like the sun or wind.

Are you looking to tow with your next electrically-fueled vehicle? While EVs are growing in their towing capabilities, PHEVs pair with a gasoline engine to provide longer average ranges for lengthier tows and provide a winning torque combination of an electric motor and an ICE.

CDJR Dealers Near Me in Carthage, MO

Should you choose an electric car or plug-in hybrid? The answer depends on your driving needs and preferences.

Contact Wood Motor CDJR for more information on our current and upcoming EV and PHEV inventory.