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Date: Oct 23, 2023
There’s nothing like the fine touches you’ll see inside a world-class Lexus vehicle. In addition to the finely tuned engines, you get luxury accouterments all over the cabin. Even better, you can help reduce your carbon footprint when shopping for a hybrid, plug-in hybrid (PHEV), or EV from Lexus while lowering your refueling costs!
If you want to save money on gas but don’t want to rely completely on electric power, a hybrid or PHEV is for you. Don’t want to worry about transmission fluid changes, radiator flushes, and spark plugs ever again? Then it’s time to purchase an all-electric vehicle near Seattle. We have many Lexus electric options on our lot in Lynnwood right now!
Discover everything you need to know with our Lexus EV first-time buyer’s guide.
Whether you favor a hybrid, PHEV, or all-electric EV, you’ll get a fantastic sedan or SUV with all of the amenities modern drivers demand from a luxury automaker. Read all about what to look for in an EV with four detailed points.
EVs have fewer moving parts, such as no pistons or complicated transmissions, and you won’t have to pay to replace those parts at some point. However, you’ll need to keep an eye on the tires and brakes because EVs are heavier than comparably sized internal combustion engine models. Typically your overall costs are still lower than with an internal combustion engine.
You’ll also need to install a special home charging unit to make charging in your Bothell garage much easier. We highly recommend the ChargePoint® Home Flex system for home charging requirements. Make sure to hire a qualified electrician to install one in your Lynnwood garage or carport because the home charger takes an expert to install.
How often will you need public fast charging? Those chargers cost money. But in general, public fast charging is still lower than gasoline prices, which aren’t going down any time soon. Even charging at peak times of electrical usage can be less expensive than filling up at the gas pump.
The overall range between charges is another huge factor Mill Creek drivers must consider. You want the freedom to roam along the open road while still saving money on gasoline. Luckily, the current Lexus all-electric EV gets plenty of range for all your driving needs.
The PHEV model is also very good for commutes as it will get you to the office and back on electric-only power. You can save plenty of money on gas if you live close enough to the office.
See the ranges and MPG of the Lexus hybrids, PHEVs, and the EV here.
The key to long journeys and even local driving is to map out your trip to make sure your EV will have plenty of power to complete the commute. There are many DC Fast Charging stations available to the public, especially in major urban centers like Lynnwood, with more on the way as charging infrastructure expands. Well-traveled interstate highways also have public charging stations at key locations, making long trips possible in an EV. The Lexus app gives you easy and convenient access to ChargePoint stations along your route, letting you determine the best roads and highways to travel.
Prices will vary at these stations because electricity costs vary like the cost of gasoline. Also, take into account how often you’ll use the air conditioner or heater because those run on electricity from the EV battery.
The battery warranty shows you how long you can expect your EV powerplant will last before it begins to wear down. Lexus offers a 10-year, 150,000-mile warranty on hybrid and EV batteries for vehicles made in 2020 or later.
Now that you know what to look for in an EV, we invite you to experience one of these vehicles in person for yourself! Contact us, call (877) 851-7450, or schedule a test drive with our team. We’d love to see you take home one of these beautiful new vehicles!
