Quick comparison guide to vehicle fuel options
Which fuel type of vehicle should you get? Three of the main options right now are hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and gas-powered vehicles. Keep reading below to compare these options with us. You can find a variety of vehicle types here at Matt Castrucci Kia in Dayton, OH.
Kia EV Education 101 | Introduction to Hybrids and EVs video
Watch this video to learn about hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and fully electric vehicles. At the end of the video, you’ll also review common terms associated with these models.
Hybrid vs gas vs plug-in hybrid vehicles
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Hybrid |
Gas |
Plug-in Hybrid |
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Eco-friendly |
More eco-friendly than gas |
Least eco-friendly option |
Most eco-friendly option |
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Fuel type |
Gasoline |
Gasoline |
Gasoline or electricity |
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Model example |
Kia Niro Hybrid |
Kia Sportage |
Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid |
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Powertrain |
Gas engine combined with an electric motor and battery |
Gas engine |
Gas engine combined with an electric motor and larger battery |
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Electric driving |
Limited electric driving |
No electric driving |
Limited electric driving, more than hybrids |
