A Few Top Hybrids of 2019

Cars and other vehicles have long been known to be polluters. Even though they’re not currently the majority, eco-friendly cars have enjoyed a good enough launch for many college campuses and stores to provide a few charging pumps. Hybrid engines still depend on fuel but to a much lesser extent than on their battery power. The battery power gives the vehicle the umph to pull away from a stop. Then after the first 15 mph, the gas kicks in. However both the gas and battery come together during rapid acceleration.

2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid

The Toyota Prius C has was a very popular line since 2012 but was discontinued earlier this year. It has now been replaced by the Corolla model that is just as cheap but smaller. It also has more horsepower, 169-140. It contains a 2.0-liter four-cylinder, 40 mpg on the highway and 31 in town. Like a lot of hybrids, it does well with city driving but not as well on the highway.

Hyundai Ioniq

The blue trim delivers about 58 mpg while every other model delivers about 55. The Blue trim tends to be the lowest priced at over $21,000. The average price range for the other models is over $23,000. What makes it stand out is that it uses a traditional automatic transition, which takes much of the slur away. It’s hatchback provides 27 cubic feet of cargo space.

As a bonus, Hyundai has their own charity organization, Hyundai Hope on Wheels, which helps kids who have been diagnosed with severe cancer.

Honda Insight Hybrid

The Insight has been a popular line since the turn of the century. The original was a two-seater with an optional manual transmission. Then it evolved into being four-doored with a backseat but that didn’t work too well. Today’s hybrid is much more refined and efficient. It is a reworked Civic sedan that is much more comfortable. It goes for 52 mpg combined, with the Touring trim being an exception at 48 mpg.

Toyota Tacoma

Pick-up truck drivers are not particularly known for valuing fuel efficiency. However, what if you could have both the towing performance and fuel efficiency?

The best truck for fuel efficiency is the 2019 Toyota Tacoma. It goes about 22 mpg on the highway and 18 in the city. It can take up to 640 pounds for a tongue load and up to 6,400 pounds for its maximum towing capacity. It’s engine is a 3.5 liter.

Conclusion

Most fuel efficient vehicles are great for city driving but not as much on the highway. However, some pick-up trucks, such as the Toyota Tacoma are built to do slightly better on the highway. Hybrids are built to not only be fuel efficient but also to provide comfort to the driver. Some models, like those mentioned above, are cheaper to purchase as well. Hybrids may still be somewhat dependent on fuel but they are hopefully a last step to the ability of complete battery dependency.

Brett is a 43 year old father of 2 boys. Has a degree in Business Management and enjoys learning about emerging business trends. In his free time he writes about his experience with business and emerging trends.