BEV vs HEV vs PHEV – What's the difference? Our team at Conicelli Hyundai is here with the answers!

Hybrid and electric powered vehicles have been offering Conshohocken drivers super fuel efficiency for decades. This technology has taken great strides over the years, offering a wide array of hybrid powertrain systems utilizing different aspects of this revolutionary technology. At Conicelli Hyundai, we have a host of Hyundai models that utilize many of these hybrid systems. Let's demystify the various hybrid powertrain systems available for drivers to take advantage of.

BEV

BEV stands for a battery electric vehicle. This is an electric vehicle, like the Hyundai IONIQ 5. This means this vehicle runs purely on electric battery power. There is no gas-power engine whatsoever. The battery sends power to electric motors on the front and rear axles. These vehicles have zero emissions, as well. These vehicles are typically recharged overnight at your house or at a local charging station.

HEV

An HEV is a hybrid electric vehicle. This means that the vehicle is powered by both a battery and an internal combustion engine. A mix of the gas-powered engine and the battery creates power that drives the vehicle forward. This is the classic hybrid powertrain. The battery is not recharged manually. These vehicles utilize regenerative braking, a process in which the vehicle produces kinetic energy when drivers apply the brakes. This energy is then used to offset the power used by the internal combustion engine, resulting in great fuel economy, clocking in at 40+ MPG.

PHEV

A PHEV is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. This is a mixture of a BEV and an HEV. With both an ICE and a battery, the vehicle also features electric motors. This results in a superb blend of power and efficiency. Like a BEV, the battery needs to be recharged manually.

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Drivers with any questions shouldn't hesitate to contact Conicelli Hyundai. Browse our new inventory, full of BEV, HEV, and PHEV models. Contact us today for a test drive!