Wish hybrids were cheaper
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And we can't ignore the hysterical fact - "hidden costs", like, for battery replacement and stuff like that.
You are forgetting some significant savings. There is a federal tax rebate of $7,500. Many states have rebates as well. Where I am, in New York State the Pacifica Hybrid qualifies for $1,100 point of sale discount. So my starting point is now $37,490 not counting any reduction negotiated with the dealer. How does that compare to the equivalent gas trim?
Then there is the lower cost of fuel and maintenance. Since you're using electricity at something like 4 cents per mile (for me - your rates may vary) much of the time, fuel per mile is much cheaper. Also, the electric motor takes stress off the gas engine, so it lasts longer. Regenerative braking means less wear and tear on the brake pads and rotors, so they last longer.
In my humble opinion, it's less expensive to purchase, and much lower total cost of ownership over time.
Then there is the lower cost of fuel and maintenance. Since you're using electricity at something like 4 cents per mile (for me - your rates may vary) much of the time, fuel per mile is much cheaper. Also, the electric motor takes stress off the gas engine, so it lasts longer. Regenerative braking means less wear and tear on the brake pads and rotors, so they last longer.
In my humble opinion, it's less expensive to purchase, and much lower total cost of ownership over time.
You are forgetting some significant savings. There is a federal tax rebate of $7,500. Many states have rebates as well. Where I am, in New York State the Pacifica Hybrid qualifies for $1,100 point of sale discount. So my starting point is now $37,490 not counting any reduction negotiated with the dealer. How does that compare to the equivalent gas trim?
Then there is the lower cost of fuel and maintenance. Since you're using electricity at something like 4 cents per mile (for me - your rates may vary) much of the time, fuel per mile is much cheaper. Also, the electric motor takes stress off the gas engine, so it lasts longer. Regenerative braking means less wear and tear on the brake pads and rotors, so they last longer.
In my humble opinion, it's less expensive to purchase, and much lower total cost of ownership over time.
Then there is the lower cost of fuel and maintenance. Since you're using electricity at something like 4 cents per mile (for me - your rates may vary) much of the time, fuel per mile is much cheaper. Also, the electric motor takes stress off the gas engine, so it lasts longer. Regenerative braking means less wear and tear on the brake pads and rotors, so they last longer.
In my humble opinion, it's less expensive to purchase, and much lower total cost of ownership over time.
As some studies say, hybrids can be as much as 20 percent more costly than its counterpart conventional gasoline engine. But once you count the payback, the cost to own a hybrid, it seems a lucrative offer. Manufacturers usually offer longer coverages for hybrid cars, so if something goes wrong with batteries or engine, you will get covered.
It is still really expensivewesternkicks
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I think we should be careful when we say the environment wins with electric vehicles. From grave to sales we still have not been able to accurately calculate a media friendly version of the toll the EV vehicle takes on the environment. Not to say gas cars and so much other manufacturing don't I just don't feel it is wise to be cocky over a generalized statement like environmentally friendly. We can't forget that our EV's are only as clean as where our energy comes from.
