Benefits of Choosing Electrified Vehicles | Lafayette LA | Near Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, Alexandria & New Orleans
Recharging the automotive industry with their introduction of a new series of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, Volvo is forging the path into a more sustainable future. And we get to join them here at Giles Volvo Cars. Many of our customers from Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, Alexandria and New Orleans are wondering if an electrified vehicle is right for them, especially with more and more manufacturers taking advantage of this modern technology and producing their own take on all-electric, plug-in hybrid or hybrid vehicles. You may have even wondered if an electrified new or used model from our inventory would benefit your daily commute. If that’s the case, keep scrolling to walk through the benefits of choosing a greener lifestyle.
Benefits of Choosing Electrified
Eco-friendly
Giving the earth a bit of a breather is our first reason why you should purchase or lease a Volvo hybrid. We all leave behind a carbon footprint on the environment, but when you choose a hybrid or all-electric model over a gas-powered one, that impact will lessen. Many electrified vehicles are producing eye-catching MPGe estimates of over 40-50 — the 2021 Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid, for example, produces 55 MPGe. There are many all-electric vehicles that boast zero emissions as well, and there’s a possibility that your automobile could drive without burning any fuel to produce energy.
Wallet-pleaser
For those who live and breathe numbers, how’s this for a reason? An electrified vehicle, whether it has a gas engine or not, will require fewer stops at the pump to fill up for gas. The innovative and highly efficient electric motor and battery of your vehicle will save you time and money when it comes to your car’s fuel consumption. All-electric models, too, won’t need to operate with the same engine maintenance as your past gas-powered vehicles. Say goodbye to engine belt replacements, oil changes, transmission fluid flushes and more!
Tax Incentives
It gets even better. Long-term costs typically go down with an electrified vehicle, as we already mentioned, but did you know that many all-electric, plug-in hybrid and hybrid vehicles qualify for federal and state tax incentives? Your upfront cost could be dramatically lowered as well. The U.S. Department of Energy has incentivized consumers to make qualifying purchases of green vehicles with rebates and credits. Curious to know what Louisiana offers? Visit the Alternative Fuels Data Center and select your state.
Warranty
In many cases, the warranty for the hybrid or all-electric vehicles can be just as good if not better than their gas-powered counterparts, which means that you’ll enjoy protective coverage of your model for a long time after purchase. For example, the powertrain new vehicle limited warranty for the Volvo XC90 Recharge is 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. Don’t worry about a manufacturer defect — find out more about your model’s warranty from your owner’s manual.
There are many reasons why you should consider a hybrid vehicle when you’re ready to start shopping. If you'd like to learn more about our hybrid inventory or would like to take a test drive, feel free to contact us directly or stop by Giles Volvo Cars located at 111 South City Parkway, Lafayette, LA 70503. We look forward to serving customers from Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, Alexandria and New Orleans.
*According to https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/noframes/42804.shtml.