Many people wonder whether a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) needs to be plugged in at all. The short answer is no – you don't have to charge the battery in a PHEV because it has a gas engine that takes over when the battery runs out of juice. However, charging your PHEV consistently can help you maximize the electric benefits. Woodhouse Place Mazda has plug-in hybrid models for sale in Omaha, NE, and we're happy to explain the many advantages of electrified vehicles.
Differences Between EVs, PHEVs, and Regular Hybrid Vehicles
A plug-in hybrid vehicle such as the Mazda CX-70 PHEV and CX-90 PHEV uses both a gasoline engine and an electric battery for power. As with an EV (a fully electric vehicle), a plug-in hybrid model has an electric battery that can be recharged at home using a wall outlet or on-the-go at a public charging station. The battery is smaller than that of an EV, so it provides a relatively short driving range, but the all-electric range of a PHEV is enough to cover most Omaha drivers' daily commute. When the battery runs out, the gasoline engine kicks in. If you don't recharge a PHEV's battery, the vehicle will continue to operate just like a regular hybrid.
A standard hybrid vehicle doesn't have a large enough battery to run on solely electric power. It merely supplements the gas engine for improved fuel economy. Additionally, the battery in a regular hybrid cannot be recharged externally. A hybrid car battery charges primarily through regenerative braking, which captures energy when the car slows down and converts it into electricity to store in the battery.
Mazda PHEVs Available at Woodhouse Place Mazda
Mazda CX-90 PHEV
The new Mazda CX-90 is a midsize plug-in hybrid SUV with seating for up to eight passengers, allowing you to shuttle your family around Omaha while leaving a smaller carbon footprint. Its four-cylinder engine, electric motor, and 17.8-kWh battery generate a combined 323 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque. This powertrain gives the CX-90 peppy acceleration from a stop, and allows the SUV to travel 26 miles on electric power only.
Mazda CX-70 PHEV
The new Mazda CX-70 PHEV is a two-row plug-in hybrid SUV with seating for five. Its well-weighted steering and taut suspension delivers agile handling on curvy roads around Omaha. The CX-70 PHEV's powertrain puts out 323 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque for easy merging onto highways. When fully charged, the CX-70 PHEV can travel up to 26 miles on all-electric battery power.
Visit Woodhouse Place Mazda to Learn More about Mazda PHEVs
If you're ready to reduce your trips to the fuel pump with a vehicle that releases fewer emissions, visit Woodhouse Place Mazda in Omaha, NE and explore the new Mazda CX-70 PHEV or CX-90 PHEV in person.
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