Things to know before buying Used Hybrid Vehicle

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#2096542 26-Sep-2018 09:05

If you take 25%+ below as worse case scenario, you could pick say 15% for NZ. More for Electric

Running your car's air conditioning is the main contributor to reduced fuel economy in hot weather. Its effect depends on a number of factors, such as the outside temperature, humidity, and intensity of the sun. Under very hot conditions, AC use can reduce a conventional vehicle's fuel economy by more than 25%, particularly on short trips.1,2,3 The AC's effect on hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and electric vehicles (EVs) can be even larger on a percentage basis.2

https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/hotweather.shtml

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#2097077 26-Sep-2018 20:32

Clawhammer: I would be interested to know how much difference using the A/C or heater on makes to how many kms E.Vs will go. ... In a pure EV there is only one source of power so this must affect Km capacity.

My Leaf indicates anything between -1 to -10km range difference, depending on the outside temperature.

Going through my first winter with an EV, I certainly noticed the seasonal dip mentioned by flipthefleet.org.

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#2148772 21-Dec-2018 12:20

2013 Fit
Grade: 13G
AUG AUTO 85,342 KMS SILVER 1300 CC PETROL
Condition Grade: 3.5
Chassisno:GE6-1756438
Location: Japan

$7800 incl gst compiled

Would you choose something like this for Japanese import 4dr hatch for 5-10k price bracket. Need a jap auto for the wife as her first car and learner car.

What do people think about the Honda fit hybrid as an input is or too risky

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#2148773 21-Dec-2018 12:20

Also been looking at swift Yaris and demio.

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#2148776 21-Dec-2018 12:22

2015 swift

Grade: XG
APR AUTO 56,812 KMS GRAY 1200 CC PETROL
Condition Grade: 4.5
Chassisno:ZC72S-348899
Location: Japan

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#2148862 21-Dec-2018 14:30

Have been looking for a hybrid myself. What do you guys think of Mazda Axela Hybrid or Suzuki swift hybrid? There both available in NZ and look great. I like the fact the Mazda can be converted to have carplay in the entertainment unit. Would be great to hear your thoughts on these. Was considering leaf but range anxiety and the waiting to charge thing is a bit annoying. So not until the price drops for a good ranged car.

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#2151213 27-Dec-2018 18:06

kiwijunglist: 2013 Fit
Grade: 13G
AUG AUTO 85,342 KMS SILVER 1300 CC PETROL
Condition Grade: 3.5
Chassisno:GE6-1756438
Location: Japan

$7800 incl gst compiled

Would you choose something like this for Japanese import 4dr hatch for 5-10k price bracket. Need a jap auto for the wife as her first car and learner car.

What do people think about the Honda fit hybrid as an input is or too risky

I've imported a number of cars from Japan for my private use, including ones in the grade 5 category. My advice is read the auction sheets carefully and try to get one that has low Km's (and hence charge/discharge cycles) as possible, perhaps compromising on the exterior grade rating (a few more dents/scratches)

There's a big difference in hybrid engine technology between the 2nd gen (prior to 2014) and the 3rd gen (2014+) Honda Fit. The former utilises the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) technology, which is a small electric motor the provides some additional power to the ICE. The latter uses iDCT which is more akin to an advanced version of the Prius, where the car can run in fully electric mode using regenerative brakes, and only starts the ICE when required, which obviously provides far better fuel economy. The 3rd gen model is also a bit roomier inside.

The 13G is good around-town vehicle but will use a bit more fuel on the motorway/highway, while the 2014 1.5L Hybrid has higher power output and (depending how you drive it) superior fuel economy.

It all depends on how much you're willing to pay of course.

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