What are the differences between these new energy vehicles with different power sources, such as pure electric, hybrid, and extended range?
Pure electric vehicles
With batteries as the energy carrier and motors as the driving method, charging is used to replenish energy.The advantages are stronger power and faster acceleration, and the charging cost is lower compared to filling up.The disadvantage is lower range, and self-driving travel is more dependent on the layout of charging networks in various places.The later battery replacement cost is also higher.It is suitable for people who usually commute and travel by car and can install a charging pile at home.
Recommended models: BYD Han EV, Seagull
Extended-range vehicle
Powered by a battery and driven by an electric motor;it can be charged or recharged by an engine (range extender).The advantage is that it can enjoy the same driving experience as a pure electric vehicle, but in areas where charging is not convenient, it can be refueled in the same way as a gasoline vehicle, without range anxiety.The disadvantage is that compared to plug-in hybrids, it usually has higher fuel consumption;there is one more energy conversion process, and the energy conversion rate is low;the range extender will produce some noise when it is turned on. It is suitable for people who have charging conditions but often drive out for self-driving trips.
Recommended models: Li Auto L9, L8, L7
Plug-in hybrid models
Driven by the engine or motor alone or together depending on different power modes;it can be refueled or charged for recharging.The advantage is similar to the range extender model, it can be refueled or charged, and there is no lower range;it is more fuel-efficient than traditional gasoline vehicles and has excellent performance.The disadvantage is that the structure is complex and the maintenance cost is high;the battery is small;it is more expensive than the same level of gasoline vehicles.It is suitable for people who want to experience new energy vehicles, but do not have charging conditions and want to have the driving experience of gasoline vehicles.
Recommended models: BYD Han DM, Song PLUS DM-i
