Types of Electric Vehicles

Get behind the wheel of any new BMW and you’ll get to enjoy a ride that offers outstanding performance and incredible efficiency. Technology has come a long way and BMW models can provide the best of both worlds between fuel efficiency and power to get you excited about your Philadelphia adventures. With that being said, we know you may still be interested in taking on an electrified vehicle to join you on your drives.

So, how many types of electric vehicles are there? There is only one type of fully electric vehicle but hybrids and hydrogen-powered vehicles also use electricity. Learn more about the types of electric vehicles today with BMW of Turnersville and let us know when you’re ready to trade in your ride for an electrified model from our dealership.

How Many Types of Electric Vehicles Are There?

From hybrid vehicles to fully electric vehicles, BMW models are designed to deliver performance and power without sacrificing efficiency. Your Sewell drives will never be mundane with an electrified BMW model. So, how many types of electric vehicles are there? We discuss the different types of electrified vehicles below:

• Hybrid Electric Vehicles: Hybrid electric vehicles bridge the gap between vehicles with an internal combustion engine and vehicles with all-electric motors. They utilize both an ICE and electric motors to power you on your drives. HEVs are the perfect choice for Williamstown drivers who still want the ability to fuel up at regular gas stations.
• Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle: Think of PHEVs as the bridge between hybrid vehicles and EVs. PHEVs offer a larger battery to provide a short fully electric driving range. Once that range has run out, the vehicle will simply switch to the internal combustion engine to power you on your adventures. PHEVs can plug into a charging station to charge up the battery while also having the ability to fuel up at regular gas stations.
• Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles: Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles work similarly to a hybrid. However, it fuels up at a hydrogen fueling station rather than a regular gasoline station when you run out of range. Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles offer many of the same perks as HEVs and EVs.
• Battery Electric Vehicles: When most drivers think about the different types of electric vehicles, they’re likely thinking about battery electric vehicles. BEVs are the only true electric vehicles available as they operate solely on electric power. You can charge up at EV at home or at many different public charging stations.

BMW Electrified Models

There are many different BMW electrified vehicles for you to choose from when you want incredible fuel efficiency on your travels. We recommend you visit our team for more details about the available BMW electrified models. In the meantime, here are some popular BMW vehicles you can opt for that provide an electrified powertrain:

Hybrid/Plug-In Hybrid

• BMW 3 Series
• BMW 7 Series
• BMW X5
• BMW XM

Electric

• BMW i4
• BMW i5
• BMW iX
• BMW i7

Upgrade to an Electrified BMW at BMW of Turnersville

No matter where your adventures take you, you can count on BMW of Turnersville to help you find the perfect vehicle for your Turnersville lifestyle. Upgrade to an electrified BMW today at our dealership. If you have any questions, please contact us online!