Whether you hail from the city or right here in Brentwood, it's hard to deny the rise of hybrid and electric vehicles these days. It seems that nearly everyone is driving one, and those who aren't are exploring the options on the market. In fact, hybrid and electric cars are one of the fastest growing segments of the automotive industry. And if you're interested in learning about the hybrid and electric cars available as part of our new Jaguar lineup, we'd love to be your guides here at Jaguar of Nashville.
What is a Mild Hybrid (MHEV) Jaguar Car?
Mild Hybrid technology is an innovation that the Jaguar Brand leverages to its fullest potential. MHEV Jaguar cars are equipped with diesel or gasoline Ingenium engines alongside powerful lithium battery packs discreetly packaged beneath the floor. This battery can kick in while the car is coasting, braking, or stationary, and power that would normally be lost while slowing down can actually be stored in the battery to use later. As a result, Mild Hybrid Jaguar Cars offer reduced carbon dioxide emissions and improved overall fuel economy, especially in stop-and-go city traffic. Plus, if need be, the electric power stored in the lithium battery can provide a modest power boost on initial acceleration, making your new Jaguar car all the more engaging to drive.
Which Jaguar Cars can be had with Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle powertrains?
MHEV powertrains can be had on new Jaguar models like the Jaguar F-PACE, Jaguar E-PACE, Jaguar XE, and Jaguar XF.
What is a Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) Jaguar Car?
While mild hybrid powertrains provide a small but substantial boost to efficiency and reduction in emissions on most Jaguar models, the PHEV system goes a step further. In a Plug-In Hybrid Jaguar car, a conventional Ingenium engine and electric motor work in concert to provide the ultimate balance of efficiency and on-demand power. One of the benefits of using a Jaguar car with a Plug-In Hybrid Powertrain is the fact that you'll have options when it comes to driving style and charging. You can opt to plug-in at home, on the go at one of the many public charge points around Nashville, or even leverage its regenerative braking system to charge the battery on the go. Plus, most PHEV Jaguar cars have the ability to drive in all-electric mode to maximize efficiency, or leverage the power of both the gasoline and electric motors to maximize power delivery.
Which Jaguar Cars can be had with Plug-In Hybrid Electric powertrains?
Both the Jaguar F-PACE and Jaguar E-PACE can be had with Plug-In Hybrid powertrains.
What is an All-Electric Jaguar Car?
Jaguar all-electric cars are powered by two electric motors which are fed by a lithium ion battery. They can be recharged by plugging in at home or at a public charge point, but can also gain battery charge with regenerative braking. Without a conventional gasoline engine, these models produce no emissions and are eligible for significant electric vehicle tax credits.
Which Jaguar Cars can be had with All-Electric Powertrains?
In the current Jaguar lineup, the Jaguar I-PACE is the only fully electrified vehicle.
Want to learn more about the Jaguar Hybrid and Electric Car lineup?
Get in touch with us here at Jaguar of Nashville today.