Hybrid 4WD Cars
The most latest car craze in the market is about hybrid cars and why not? Hybrid cars are the future of this world and the automobile industry. We all blame technology and car engines for making this planet a polluted place and giving us so many respiratory diseases. But it's this technology which gave us the new concept of hybrid cars. Hybrid cars is a forward step in the mission to make this world green and livable and car developers are also making these cars equipped with modern new technology, so that the cars become much more safe and comfortable. Here's a look at the latest hybrid 4WD cars in the market.
On the road, gas electric hybrid cars have become a preferable choice for the average consumer. A typical hybrid car features a small and efficient fuel engine combined with an electric motor which is helpful to the engine while accelerating. The latest hybrid all wheel drive cars on the market come with a great electric motor which means less battery charging and more running. So let's begin listing out the best hybrid 4WD cars in the market right now.
Hybrid Cars with 4WD
Normally when you think of a hybrid car, the first name that comes to the mind is the Toyota Prius. Well, the Prius is a great car but don't keep your options limited. There are more options of hybrid 4WD's which you can try.
2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid
Specifications
- 2.4L inline four cylinder 2AZ-FXE Atkinson engine.
- Horsepower: The horsepower is 192 combining gas and electric.
- The car comes with an ECVT (Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission).
- Fuel Storage: 17.2 gallons.
- Drive: 4 Wheel Drive with ABS brakes.
It's a four door passenger sedan with an automatic ECVT transmission. The car gives you a mileage of 31city/35 highway and the price of this fuel efficient car is $27,000.
2011 Ford Escape Hybrid
Specifications
- 2.5 liter 4 cylinder engine combined with a 65 kilowatt electric motor.
- Total horsepower: (Combining gas and electric) 170.
- Steering: Electric power assistance.
- Fuel storage: 15 gallons.
- Drive: 4 Wheel Drive and ABS brakes.
It's one of the best hybrid cars on the market. It comes with a CVT automatic transmission and the mileage is 29 city/27 highway. The cost of the Ford Escape Hybrid is $30,000
2011 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
Specifications
- 2.4 liter Atkinson engine.
- Horsepower: (Combining gas and electric) 153
- Fuel Storage: 15 gallons.
- Drive: 4 Wheel Drive and ABS brakes.
Another great car, the Mariner is worth another look. It has an ECVT transmission and the mileage is 29 city/27 highway. You can get the Mariner in your drive way for $33,000.
2011 Mazda Tribute Hybrid
Specifications
- 2.3 liter Atkinson engine.
- Horsepower: (Combining gas and electric) 155.
- Fuel Storage: 15 gallons.
- Drive: 4 Wheel Drive with EBFD (Electronic Brake Force Distribution).
One of the best hybrid 4 wheel drive cars with good gas mileage, Mazda is an impressive SUV. It comes in a 4 speed auto and 5 speed manual transmission. The mileage is 34 city/30 highway. This hybrid 4WD car costs $30,000.
2011 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid
Specifications
- 3.5 liter Atkinson engine.
- Horsepower: (Combining gas and electric) 296.
- Fuel Storage: 17.2 gallons.
- Drive: 4 wheel drive.
The Lexus RX is one of the best cars on the road today. It has an ECVT transmission and the car gives you an average of 32 city/28 highway. The cost of the 2011 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid is $45,000.
So these were some of the best hybrid 4WD cars which you can look at. Always remember that hybrid four wheel drive cars is always a better investment as they consumes less gas and also helps keeping the environment clean.
