Why get Hybrid?
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Implode? Wow. Hybrids have been on the roads for years... The original thread was asking the community for reasons why to buy hybrid - hence my post.
Let's just say to each his own and keep this positive.
Let's just say to each his own and keep this positive.
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Hi,
Just curious how you can get 26-44mpg by coasting. I try to sail on the freeway and the engine does shut off but the car then decelerates so I can't maintain the speed, which then causes the engine to turn on again when I press the gas peddle to maintain speed. Sorry, lots of nubie questions, just got a 2013 Hybrid yesterday!
Just curious how you can get 26-44mpg by coasting. I try to sail on the freeway and the engine does shut off but the car then decelerates so I can't maintain the speed, which then causes the engine to turn on again when I press the gas peddle to maintain speed. Sorry, lots of nubie questions, just got a 2013 Hybrid yesterday!
From an actual 2012 owner.
1. I am regularly getting 26 mpg on my short trips to work, store etc. Sometimes up to 44 mpg if there is no traffic and I can sail/coast! See Photo at end of post. My 2006 cayenne S got 16.5 on the same route. The EPA ratings are way off what's "possible" with careful driving. EPA ratings do not have provisions for the first "parallel hybrid with Sailing" technology. Therefore they don't give appropriate mileage credit. Sailing allows for engine off movement for extended periods of time. On flat roads with little wind, you can coast for extended periods of time. Mileage goes way up. Bottom line, I have cut an entire fill up out of my monthly costs.
2. Running on battery gives an amazing sense of peace and quiet at low speeds up to 40 mph.. Coasting at speeds above 55 is also amazing.
3. Parallel electric/gas engine gives the performance of V8 with WAY lower emissions. The hybrid cayenne was the greenest Porsche (emissions) until the release of the panamera hybrid. -yes including the diesel.
4. Batteries have been tested for the life of the car. Yes there is a disposal impact in 10 years, this is a clear downside to any hybrid. On the other hand, there is no traditional starter motor or alternator to wear out. It's all handled by the battery.
5. Early estimates are that brakes will last 60-80% longer because of regenerative break assist. You barely have to tap the breaks to stop.
It is state of the art tech. In the same family as the 918 and 911 hybrid super cars. Check out this Porsche video comparing the 911 GT3 Hybrid and the Cayenne S Hybrid. http://vimeo.com/32623859 I love it.
David
P.S. State Farm was same price for me.
2012 Cayenne S hybrid
1. I am regularly getting 26 mpg on my short trips to work, store etc. Sometimes up to 44 mpg if there is no traffic and I can sail/coast! See Photo at end of post. My 2006 cayenne S got 16.5 on the same route. The EPA ratings are way off what's "possible" with careful driving. EPA ratings do not have provisions for the first "parallel hybrid with Sailing" technology. Therefore they don't give appropriate mileage credit. Sailing allows for engine off movement for extended periods of time. On flat roads with little wind, you can coast for extended periods of time. Mileage goes way up. Bottom line, I have cut an entire fill up out of my monthly costs.
2. Running on battery gives an amazing sense of peace and quiet at low speeds up to 40 mph.. Coasting at speeds above 55 is also amazing.
3. Parallel electric/gas engine gives the performance of V8 with WAY lower emissions. The hybrid cayenne was the greenest Porsche (emissions) until the release of the panamera hybrid. -yes including the diesel.
4. Batteries have been tested for the life of the car. Yes there is a disposal impact in 10 years, this is a clear downside to any hybrid. On the other hand, there is no traditional starter motor or alternator to wear out. It's all handled by the battery.
5. Early estimates are that brakes will last 60-80% longer because of regenerative break assist. You barely have to tap the breaks to stop.
It is state of the art tech. In the same family as the 918 and 911 hybrid super cars. Check out this Porsche video comparing the 911 GT3 Hybrid and the Cayenne S Hybrid. http://vimeo.com/32623859 I love it.
David
P.S. State Farm was same price for me.
2012 Cayenne S hybrid
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