What are Hybrid Cars?
A hybrid vehicle is one that uses two or more distinct types of power, such as submarines that use diesel when surfaced and batteries when submerged. Other means to store energy include pressurized fluid in hydraulic hybrids.
Used Hybrid Cars For Sale In South Africa
2007 Toyota Prius HSD
2023 Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 XR Hybrid
2023 Haval Jolion 1.5 Hybrid Super Luxury DHT
Is a hybrid car worth it in South Africa?
Hybrid vehicles are also often more reliable than traditional cars. Because the electric motor provides additional power, the petrol engine does not have to work as hard, which can prolong its lifespan. Another benefit of hybrid vehicles is that they offer a smoother and quieter driving experience.
What is the cheapest electric or hybrid car in South Africa?
Toyota Corolla Cross
The most affordable hybrid electric car you can buy in South Africa is the locally-assembled Toyota Corolla Cross, the only model priced below half a million rand.
How long do hybrid cars last?
between 80,000 to 100,000 miles
Typically, leading hybrid car manufacturers like Honda and Toyota state that hybrid batteries last between 80,000 to 100,000 miles. But with regular maintenance and servicing, some hybrid car owners claim their batteries have lasted up to 200,000 miles!
What hybrid vehicles are available in South Africa?
Hybrid cars in South Africa 2022
- Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 Hybrid XS – R425,400. This is the cheapest hybrid model in South Africa.
- Toyota Corolla 1.8 Hybrid XS – R439,000.
- Honda Fit Hybrid – R498,600
- Toyota Prius – R604,100.
- Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid GX-R E-Four – R663,400.
Which hybrid vehicles are South Africans most likely to buy?
But which is the hybrid car that South African consumers are most likely to buy? An analysis of data from January 1 to April 30, 2023, reveals that the Toyota Corolla Cross generates the most inquiries and is, therefore, the hybrid that consumers are most likely to buy.
How much is the Toyota Corolla hybrid in South Africa?
Toyota Corolla Hatch 1.8 XS Hybrid – R490,900. Toyota Corolla Hatch 2.0 XR – R517,100. Toyota Corolla Hatch 1.8 XR Hybrid – R528,400. Toyota Corolla Hatch 2.0 XR Bitone – R529,000.