Market for alternative-energy cars is heating up as more people are now keen on being green and reducing their carbon foot-prints. Car makers too are showing concern towards environment and the growing demand for going green. They are producing more energy-efficient models that are not dependant on fast depleting fossil-fuels. Here we present to you the top 5 greenest cars for 2014.
This all-electric car coming from the BMW has terrific looks and features. This car is best buy for the environmentally sensitive people. It is produced in a plant powered entirely by wind turbines. The car also makes use of lots of recycled materials, and naturally tanned leather. A striking feature of the BMW i3 is its aerodynamic exterior, which together will large wheels, renders an awesome impression of the car’s driving abilities. In just 7 seconds, the car scoots to 60 mph and offer an electric range of 81 miles. It is therefore ideally suited for short-distance travels.
The 2014 Tesla is called the beast of an electric vehicle. It is undoubtedly a green car but you will not feel like you are making any compromise when buying this sports sedan. It has ravishing looks and offers exhilarating performance. The acceleration is instantaneous; in 5.4 seconds you’ll be traveling 60 miles per hour. Its powertrain is highly energy efficient and raises the bar for electric driving. You can ride the car for more than 200 miles on a single charge. And, charging this beauty is so easy. It can be plugged in any standard 120-volt outlets. If you charge it in 240-volt outlet, the Tesla supercharger would just take 20 minutes to give it a 50% charging.
The 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid takes your idea of green cars to the next level. The car has everything you may demand and is an absolute fun to ride. This much acclaimed car is fast, extremely comfortable, gorgeous in looks, luxurious with roomy inside, and what’s more, it offers you superb energy efficient choices; you can go for 4-cylinder, hybrid, V-6, and even a plug-in hybrid version. Of course, you can expect technologically advanced features and safety measures in a Honda Accord.
The environmentally sensitive ones will love to know that the Toyota Prius now also comes in a Plug-in version. The car is ideal for you if you take short trips and get frequent access to charging outlets. In the EV mode, the car offers an EPA-estimated 95 mpge. In case, you run out of electric charge, your Prius Plug-in will easily shift back to hybrid mode.
What’s more, you can also win rebates from government for buying this eco-friendly car. Coming from Toyota, you can expect a host of advanced features and comfort.
If you have a leaning towards green cars but are worried that you would need to compromise, the 2014 Volkswagen’s Jetta will surprise you. This stylish compact sedan is designed not just for those looking for fetching groceries but for people who love driving. This roomy sedan is loaded with 170 horsepower to offer you a top speed of 187 mph.
This hybrid car is laced with a host of enticing features such as push-button start, keyless access, trunk space of 15.5 cubic feet, touchscreen entertainment and information system, rearview camera and lots more.
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