Types of Electric Vehicles in Roanoke, VA

Types of Electric Vehicles in Roanoke, VA

Electrified vehicles are the way of the future, and brands like Volvo, BMW, Jaguar, Infiniti, Land Rover, and Mercedes-Benz have electrified lineups that add luxury and class to the segment. If you’re considering a new luxury brand EV but you’re not sure what type of electrified vehicle is right for you, use the guide below to understand the difference between the three main types – BEVs, PHEVs, and HEVs.

Battery Electric Vehicles

Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) include models like the BMW i-series, the Jaguar I-PACE, and the Range Rover electric. These models offer all of the performance and beauty one expects from the brands but have the added appeal of a fully electric powertrain. As their name implies, BEVs get their power from rechargeable batteries connected to one or more motors. They can be recharged overnight at a home charger, in a few hours at a Level 2 charging station, or in as little as 30 minutes at a DC fast charging station. Fully charged, most have a driving range of 200 to 300 miles.

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) are a middle-ground option for drivers who regularly take long trips that might make BEVs impractical. These models have a powertrain that has a motor, battery pack, and a traditional gas-powered engine, so drivers can use electricity when they want to and gas when they need to. PHEVs can use the same charging methods as BEVs but will also need to be fueled at a gas station. The electric-only driving range of most PHEVs is between 30-40 miles, and once the electric energy runs out, the vehicle automatically switches to gas energy. If you’re interested in a PHEV model, Volvo’s lineup currently features five alluring options.

• XC90 Recharge
• XC60 Recharge
• S90 Recharge
• S60 Recharge
• V60

Hybrid Electric Vehicles

Hybrid Electric vehicles (HEVs), like the Volvo Cross Country models, have the same powertrain components as PHEV models but don’t utilize the same charging methods. HEVs rely on regenerative braking to refresh their battery and don’t have an electric-only driving mode. Instead, the motors in these models augment the traditional engine, boosting their performance and improving their fuel efficiency. HEVs are a great option for people who don’t live in an area with readily available charging stations and can’t have a home charger installed.

If you’re in the market for an electrified vehicle, visit our dealership in Roanoke, VA. Our team of representatives will help you find the model with the powertrain you’re looking for.