Does the Toyota Avalon Have a Hybrid Version?

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Toyota Avalon does have a hybrid version. Below are the pros and cons of each type of hybrid vehicle: Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV): Plug-in hybrid models balance power and fuel efficiency while not being overly restricted by range limitations. Their batteries are relatively large, can be charged externally, and allow for pure electric mode driving. Once the battery is depleted, the vehicle switches to hybrid mode, recharging the battery as needed. Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV): The most notable feature is fuel efficiency, as the electric motor assists during startup and acceleration, reducing fuel consumption. At low speeds, the vehicle can be driven solely by the electric motor, while at higher speeds, both the engine and electric motor share the power output. Since HEVs have smaller battery capacities, they only need to supply or recover energy during startup or stopping. Range-Extended Hybrid Electric Vehicle (EREV): The advantage lies in the motor's characteristic of high torque at low speeds, which improves the vehicle's acceleration and startup performance. The combined fuel consumption per 100 kilometers is also lower than that of a conventional gasoline engine. The drawback is that the engine cannot directly drive the car; instead, the heat energy generated by the gasoline engine must be converted into electricity to power the vehicle.