The benefits of owning a hybrid car

Why choose a hybrid? The advantages are evident, especially in cities: low fuel consumption and the ability to drive freely. In nature, "hybrid" means the union of two different species. The same is true for hybrid cars, which have two engines: one electric and one gasoline. These work together, providing a series of benefits that improve quality of life and the environment. Hybrid cars are enjoying increasing popularity: this innovative, eco-friendly technology allows for reduced fuel consumption and emissions without sacrificing performance, and is enjoying growing popularity. There are three types of hybrid cars…

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There are three types of hybrid cars: microhybrid, mild-hybrid, full-hybrid, and plug-in hybrid. Beyond the technological overview, it would also be helpful to know the models that are most popular on the market. Toyota leads the way, as always in this segment. Then come the following brands: Lexus, BMW, and Kia. Topping the list of best-selling hybrid cars is the Toyota Yaris, starting at €15,000 with a €4,500 bonus if you replace your diesel. In second place among the best-selling hybrid cars in Italy is the Auris, starting at €19,500 with a €5,000 bonus if you replace your diesel. An elegant and sporty vehicle that stands out for its attention to detail. In third place are the Lexus hybrids, which stand out for their elegance, innovative and bold design, driving pleasure, and obsessive attention to detail. Toyota's luxury brand starts at €47,800 with a €7,000 bonus if you hand over your diesel. In 2018, new models are entering the Italian market, including; Mitsubishi's new Outlander crossover, which costs around €55,000, with a range of over 900 km; the 218 hp Tiguan GTE from German manufacturer Volkswagen, which costs around €50,000; and the Q7 e-tron, Audi's first plug-in hybrid turbo diesel, costs more than €88,000. An eco-friendly choice.

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It's no secret that city driving increases fuel consumption for most cars. Hybrids are different from other vehicles. For example, a Yaris Hybrid can travel up to 30 km per liter in the urban cycle. And you can save even more by driving in Eco mode. Hybrid technology also minimizes emissions. The perfect combination of an electric motor and a gasoline engine results in emissions of approximately 75 g of CO2 per km, an incredibly low figure for a family car. Finally, hybrid cars enjoy some tax advantages in Italy. For example, in Piedmont and Basilicata, hybrid cars are exempt from road tax for the first five years. The Marche Region has introduced a reduced rate of €2.79 per kW.