With the rise in gas prices and all the talk of global warming many people are switching over to green vehicles these days. Green vehicles come in many varieties including hybrid vehicles, gas/electric combos, full electric and even hydrogen based vehicles. When people think of a green car, typically the first thing they think of is the Toyota Prius. Most manufacturers these days have at least one option for a fuel efficient, green vehicle, and Ford actually has two good options.
The first option is the Ford Fusion Hybrid. This model features 44/41 mpg city/highway from a 2.0L, 4 cylinder gasoline engine with 188 horsepower. It can travel in all electric at speeds up to 85 mph. It features the dual LCD next-generation SmartGauge with EcoGuide that provides real time information to help enhance efficiency. With configurable screens and features such as brake coach and engage and empower modes it really lets you monitor your performance. Even as you maximize your driving efficiency, the display will grow leaves and vines. The battery used in this model is a 1.4kWh Lithium-Ion. Another cool feature is the regenerative braking system that returns 90% of the energy lost during braking back to the battery.
Ford's second option for a green vehicle is the Ford Focus Electric which gets an astounding EPA-estimated MPGe of 110 city and 99 highway, making it the most fuel efficient compact car in America. It has a range of up to 76 miles on one charge. This range is due to their cutting edge 107kW electric motor. this vehicle is also zero gas, zero oil change and zero C02 emissions. This offers two options for charging including the 120V convenience charge cord or the 240V home charging option. This model also features the SmartGauge with EcoGuide with real time information to monitor your fuel efficiency and battery remaining.
Whether you choose the Fusion of the Focus, you are going to immediately see the difference in cost savings and impact on the environment. Come in to Westway Ford in Irving, TX today to take one of these vehicle for a test drive!
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