Toyota Hybrid Vehicles

THE HYBRID LEADER

Toyota has always been the world leader in hybrid power. Toyota’s patented hybrid technology gives an unmatched combination of performance, efficiency and low emissions. Toyota hybrid’s recharge on the go, so they never need to be plugged in.

Hybrid Electric Vehicle

HEVs combine gas engines with electric motors to generate electricity as you drive, so they never need to be plugged in.

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle

PHEVs operate in the same way as HEVs, but can optionally be plugged in for extended electric-only range.

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle

FCEVs use hydrogen as an energy source in conjunction with electric motors, emitting water as the only by-product.

HOW HYBRIDS WORK

HEVs and PHEVs work in similar ways to keep your vehicle moving. Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive automatically chooses the optimal source and blend of power to keep you moving. HEVs never need to be plugged in, and PHEVs can optionally be plugged in to extend your electric-only driving power.

STARTING UP

In most conditions, only the electric motor is engaged, saving fuel and delivering instant torque with minimal emissions.

DECELERATING AND BRAKING

The electric motor takes over. The regenerative braking system converts braking energy into electric energy to help recharge the battery onboard the vehicle.

ACCELERATING AND CRUISING

The gas engine and electric motor team up to provide the ideal mix of power for seamless acceleration. Excess energy is used to help recharge the battery.

RESTING AND REVERSING

When stopped, the gas engine shuts down to conserve fuel – unless the battery is running low. When reversing at low speed, only the electric motor is required.

PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Toyota plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) operate much the same way as regular Toyota hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), however, they can also be optionally plugged in to extend your electric-only driving range.

ELECTRIFIED VEHICLE LINE UP

From compacts to SUVs — we have an electrified Toyota vehicle to help you get the most out of life.

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