Hybrid vs. Plug-in Hybrid vs. Mild Hybrid: WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE & Which is Right for You??

What's a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or mild hybrid?? There is a lot of jargon around electrification and many people are being presented with the opportunity to buy a hybrid vehicle for the very first time. Today's video is hoping to provide some clarity as to how each one works (in simple terms) and which one might be right for you and your lifestyle!
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0:00 Intro
0:56 What a HYBRID is + uses and pro/con examples
3:56 What a MILD HYBRID is + uses and pro/con examples
7:09 What a PLUG-IN HYBRID is + uses and pro/con examples
11:29 Brief mention of full EV's
12:09 Situations and Best Uses for all kinds of hybrids
14:40 Conclusion
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[@abhishekgarg5286]

You folks are just getting better & better. I mean, you literally made a video about the very thing that matters most to people. You come up with the best topics to make videos about.

[@CarConfections]

Thanks so much! Glad you found this interesting!

[@tnatch]

Going from 32 mpg to 52 mpg is more like a 62% increase in fuel economy. Right?

[@bryancrotts6009]

I have enjoyed your channel for some time now. I have subscribed and liked many of your videos. But I found this to be one of the most informative and educational of any that I have watched. I am older, probably than your parents, but I enjoy learning about new technology. I am imbracing this hybrid technology and plan to venture in this direction with my next car purchase. Your explanation of the different types of hybrids makes it easier to determine which one fits my lifestyle. I appreciate your vast knowledge and ability to connect with your audience on a very real and personal level. I look forward to my notifications to see when your next videos drop. I hope you continue on this venture and look forward to more information on a variety of vehicles.

[@CarConfections]

Thank you, Bryan! That's very nice of you to say and we're glad you have been enjoying the videos!

[@ashleyn1988]

I had no idea that you didn't have to plug in every hybrid. I thought you'd have to get gas and charge them all. This was verryyyy helpful

[@terrystarr3012]

Another great informative video,thank you both.regards

[@MattCC16Gaming]

Great video guys! This is much needed for the general public.

[@kimw3284]

I've just come across your channel and it has been so helpful for me as we get ready to buy a new car in the next year or so. Thank you for putting out such great videos!

[@CarConfections]

So glad to hear that! Thanks!

[@danmac07]

Came across your channel in doing some intro research on my next car. Very helpful content and y’all earned a sub.

[@CarConfections]

Glad to hear it! Welcome to the family!

[@WA-xu4pv]

Good info!

[@dan339g]

Great video and very relevant topic. Another factor when considering a plug-in hybrid is it is likely not the best choice if you don't have at home charging.

[@AnyBodyWannaPeanut]

Well that's kinda the beauty of plug-in hybrids. Because the battery is so small compared to full electric, a plug-in hybrid can easily be charged overnight with just a standard 110-volt outlet! You don't need a separate outlet installed just for charging. Now if you live in an apartment or something like that, then definitely getting a charge would be difficult.

[@benkweston]

Excellent video. Thank you!

[@CarConfections]

Glad you liked it!

[@mcleodpro7]

Great video thank you so much, I now know what to look for with my next car purchase 🙏🏽

[@CarConfections]

Happy to help!

[@thebigone6071]

I learned a lot. Thank you. If I ever pull up in the hood with one of these cars imma let them know y’all sent me and my yams to educate them on hybrids!!!

[@ryanfrisby7389]

This is a great video idea!😸

[@lourdessoler1062]

What I would like to know is: What happens if you have a fully electric vehicle, and due to a natural disaster there is NO electricity available for several days, maybe 5 or 6 days in a best case scenario, and you don't have a generator??? ZERO ELECTRICITY AVAILABLE FOR MILES FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. Would greatly appreciate an answer to this question. Thank you, and keep up the excellent work!!!

[@Mikesh199]

Once you emptied the battery nothing happens. Literally 😜

[@mikeaiken4330]

Good video! Another description of a mild hybrid would be that it has a starter/generator attached to the transmission which aids in propulsion but like you said never fully propels the vehicle like an electric motor. Mild hybrid adds a little efficiency, also like you said but also adds more horsepower and torque to the powertrain.

[@user-xl4ll8wv1t]

How long do the mhev battery last?

[@Raaselmirza-Begg]

Thank you so much

[@bobby6310]

Great review of hybrid options. Didn’t even know about mild plugins although I may have rented one last year. Now if I could only find Hyundai dealers in Minnesota that sell hybrid plugins SUV’S

[@2008omsairam]

Thanks for making this video! I just booked a Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Max, and I was wondering what's the difference is and how it works.

[@CarConfections]

Glad we could help! And congrats on your upcoming GH!

[@tanekiagrant8479]

I want a plug-in-hybrid now

[@brigitha77]

Super helpful video. Thank you. Doesn't the PHEV require a lot of electricity? Overnight L1 charge for just 20-40miles feels like it is 10x expensive than an EV?

[@JoostH.]

FYI, the 3 series LCI does charge the battery with the engine if the navigation is set, you are nearing your destination and the battery is empty.

[@CarConfections]

Haven't noticed because we're religious about charging it fully as often as we can

[@PriyadarshiPalbangla]

After the ev range depletes in a plug in hybrid does the car operate as a hybrid as it builds charge from driving?

[@cgarrido1]

For plug in hybrids, if you leave your car plugged in and it goes past its full charge, will it degrade the battery?

[@jamesgordon8867]

Which cars are in each category?

[@TheArkamedBat]

Who should use these vehicles: -HEV: running through the motorway and city, as well as in congested areas. -MHEV: uncongested urban journeys that don't really take any motorway. -PHEV: only for people living in gated communities. By the way, what type would be a bus that can propel up using an electric engine, yet the combustion one needs to be idling to move it?

[@21_my_pobedim10]

It's completely the opposite lol. Gotta have MHEV if you are on a motorway most of the time

[@daniellichowid8732]

My question is, on a plug-in hybrid ,if you need to go 150 miles (example) and you drive the first 40 miles on electric engine and the batteries are down.., the gas engine will automatically kicks in ? and while the gas engine is running is for another 50 miles it will charge the batteries? or you need to stop on a charging station and charge it for 2 o 3 hrs again?

[@CarConfections]

The engine will be capable of charging the battery some, although it would take a very very long time to accomplish fully. But during the trip it will still be operational as a regular hybrid until the next charge

[@David-kl4kn]

Nice job I was looking for this! 1 question remained tho, Is it still worth the price and extra mechanical complexity to go for a PHEV over a HEV if I hafta travel like 3 times a year?

[@ssz1966]

Still not very clear to me You're missing one important point when a plug-in battery runs out of energy does the car convert to regular gas engine or hybrid engine? You actually said both in the video

[@user-ui1jw3fo9e]

If I don’t charge phev , it will work as a gasoline only or as regular hybrid ? I mean phev without charge on 50mpg speed will go electric or not ? Please answer.

[@CarConfections]

It will work as a hybrid

[@user-ui1jw3fo9e]

@@CarConfections thanks 😊

[@RahulGupta-zw6mu]

Great video. 👍. Always though hybrid and mild Hybrid meant the same.

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! 👍

[@someguy2135]

I don't believe they mentioned one advantage of a battery electric vehicle. That is that it needs no oil changes and that there is less to go bad in the long run. On the other hand the extra weight for the battery means that the tires get more wear and tear. On the other hand the brakes as is with the case with hybrids needs less maintenance and repair compared to a internal combustion engine.

[@kalboJeff]

Does the plugin hybrids also charge the battery as you’re driving the car like the hybrids? Or does the battery only get charged when you plug it into an outlet?

[@CarConfections]

They do also recharge some via regenerative braking. We have gained back up to 5 miles on our BMW 330e

[@billurban1581]

In addition to regeneration, my '23 Volvo has three battery commands: auto, hold, and charge. With "charge" the battery will gain a mile of range every two to three miles of driving with the engine running.@@CarConfections

[@nadeemk9693]

Thank you for all the information and very well explained.

[@CarConfections]

Glad it was helpful!

[@zydrunasnormaliai6997]

Better then mild hybrid and plug in hybrid is the hybrid. Thank you.

[@21_my_pobedim10]

Mild hybrid is the best if you spend most of the time on motorways

[@darriontunstall3708]

Great info! I think I would want a all electric car

[@playgt326]

Watching the difference, the mild hybrid is basically the same normal ICE, the only difference is the efficiency, is more like an EICE (Efficient Internal Combustion Engine) 👌🏻💪🏻, because is still an ICE, only has 1 more battery (that can be changes and replaced by a new one as the typical car battery when it goes bad 👌🏻). Therefore, that means that possibly the H2-ICEs (Hydrogen Combustion Engine) could be also mild hybrids or EICEs (how do i call them), the only hybrids here are the hybrid and plug in hybrid (especially the PHEV) 💪🏻👏🏻

[@PandiKristo]

Hello HEV is the best electric car for now. Believe me.

[@haze_2563]

Plug in hybrids qualify for incentives and HOV benefits, normal hybrids don’t, that’s a big advantage

[@aaronkolatch5211]

So basically what I'm getting is that it's pointless to buy a mild hybrid. Like really, what is the point of buying something like that?

[@21_my_pobedim10]

1) mhev cars are much lighter and cheaper than hev, phev 2) replacing battery will cost $1000 voor mhev and $8000+ for hev or phev 3) you will have to replace your battery once the car is 10-12 years old

[@21_my_pobedim10]

In addition, mhev is the best option of these three if you spend most of the time on a motorway

[@jamie-hb8gy]

There is absolutely no point in these hybrids,The time it takes to break even over a straight petrol or diesel after the extra cost will take years to break even.

[@RigiLiquid945]

mild hybrid is kind of silly, just get a hybrid or PHEV

[@anthroparion]

PHEV make no sense. Either commit to full electric or just use full hybrid. The plugin is a substandard ev and a inefficient fuel based car. The expense at purchase just makes it a nonsense idea.