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Originally Posted by Invertalon
I really enjoy my 18’ Camry Hybrid SE I have leased the past two years. My Dad had a few Prius over the years, which were goofy and terrible. But the Camry actually has proper power and a far better ride quality (especially the “SE”). I never get worse than 40mpg regardless of city/highway (closer to 50 if I had the “LE” due to the wheels). The hybrid transitioning is really smooth and even the CVT doesn’t bother me any. For a commuter car, it’s something reliable, efficient and not an eyesore. The instantaneous torque given by the electric motor is really nice, one reason I chose the hybrid over the 4-cylinder or V-6 variant, it just feels/drives better. Plain and simple.
I personally have zero issue with EV/Hybrids, but the infrastructure is not yet ready for EV’s in my area. I don’t even know where I have seen a charge station anywhere around me, for example. If on road trips, having to seek out charge stations along my route is a bit of an annoyance, but not the end of the world of course. I like the peace of mind of a hybrid and having that ICE as a ‘backup’ worst case. Things will just continue to improve in that regard.
No question EV’s can exceed what ICE engines are capable of. Obviously, 0-60 times and all that is no match against a proper EV. Little to no maintenance and all that (oil changes, ATF fluid, etc…). But the ‘experience’ of the car itself is very different. The sounds, vibrations, etc…
I just hope automakers continue to offer options, if nothing more. For example if the Camaro does become EV for the next generation, it would be nice to have it as an option, not a requirement, while still offering an ICE option (or two). Time will tell!
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Toyota has made some good progress on Hybrids. We like our ‘19 Highlander Hybrid.
Our ‘13 with similar options averaged about 19-20mpg for a year (we drive very short distances on average & warm-up operation during winter really cuts fuel mileage) while the ‘19 has had a year average of almost 27mpg.
I for one would be quite onboard with a Camaro that was a hybrid. If I could average 30mpg in the Z, I’d be ecstatic.