Why did you Choose the Hybrid?

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beww

Discussion Starter · Jul 2, 2021

I'm curious about why people here made the decision to go with the hybrid drive.
In my case it was NOT the mileage, I would have gone with the hybrid if it got the same, or even lower, mileage than the 1.5T.
I liked the mechanically (but not electronically) simpler drive train.
I have no experience with turbos, GDI or CVTs. There's nothing wrong with them, they are proven technologies, but I know more about induction motors and inverters than I do about those. I'm an electronics tech far more than I am a mechanic, and I am more comfortable with what I understand.
Since I wanted AWD anyway, the upcharge for the hybrid was only about $1200, hardly noticeable from $30K.
I love the smooth power delivery. I did drive the 1.5T first. When I drove the hybrid I knew I was going to buy it before I got off the dealer's lot (but didn't tell them that of course).
Since I bought during Covid, I was able to test drive by myself, a new experience for me, no sales pitches, but they weren't needed.
They weren't letting just anybody take off with a new car, but I had bought from them in the past, and was a steady service customer, so I guess they trusted me.
Why did you opt for the hybrid?
Inquiring minds want to know.

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Hexonxonx

· #221 · Oct 23, 2021

I'm loving my hybrid touring the more I drive it. It's got a lot of pep to it, more so than my 2019 EX-L and it has the paddles just like my Accord. Inside door handles also have lights on them so you can see them in the dark easily.

Also, I can silence the majestic choir by turning on the heat or AC like I did tonight in the Chick-Fil-A drive though. I'm going to really enjoy this car, probably more so than any other I have owned, even the 2019 EX-L and I love that one.

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TheDarkKnight

· #222 · Oct 23, 2021

^
Glad you are enjoying your new machine

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_hwpo_

· #223 · Oct 23, 2021

Does CRV hybrid have auto closing side mirrors using a button or something ?

beww

Discussion Starter · #224 · Oct 23, 2021

_hwpo_ said:
Does CRV hybrid have auto closing side mirrors using a button or something ?

No, at least not in the US.

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TheDarkKnight

· #225 · Oct 23, 2021

_hwpo_ said:
Does CRV hybrid have auto closing side mirrors using a button or something ?

Only on UK/EU models AFAIK.

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stevedebi

· #226 · Oct 23, 2021

Hexonxonx said:
They haven't gone LEDs on the interiors. It is very odd. I do have a package of LEDs already to go for the interiors. I watched a YouTube video just a while ago on a '22 Hybrid. he turned on a map light and it was yellowish.

Just got home with the car. Still have to go through the settings and get things the way I want. I like so many things on this Hybrid touring including the built in GPS. I don't always have to connect my phone to use the map. Took a few pictures outside the dealership so they aren't perfect. What I really like is the 600+ miles on the tank of gas. Outstanding!

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600 miles per tank? I've only gotten 500 once. I generally fill up at 450 or so.

_hwpo_

· #227 · Oct 23, 2021

stevedebi said:
600 miles per tank? I've only gotten 500 once. I generally fill up at 450 or so.

I think his was showing up at 600 miles only cuz that car was brand new and wasn't driven at all.
More realistically it should be 500ish, given you can get an average of 36+ mpgs off it. Tank capacity is 14 gallon, so yeah...

A question about 'brake mode' - which keeps the car still once we bring it to a full halt.
Is there any negative impact of too much of it on the car ? I mean if we turn it on and suppose we are in stop and go traffic, it will again & again get applied, so can it bad for something internal, maybe brake pads ?

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beww

Discussion Starter · #228 · Oct 23, 2021

_hwpo_ said:
A question about 'brake mode' - which keeps the car still once we bring it to a full halt.
Is there any negative impact of too much of it on the car ? I mean if we turn it on and suppose we are in stop and go traffic, it will again & again get applied, so can it bad for something internal, maybe brake pads ?

Called "Brake Hold".
I don't think it has any negative impact, no more than holding your foot on the pedal.
The only problem I see is, I was using it most of the time, then I was driving my Accord, which doesn't have brake hold, and I caught myself creeping up on the car in front of me.
Other than that I see no reason not to use it.

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williamsji

· #229 · Oct 23, 2021

beww said:
It's Here!
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Just enough so far to make the roads hazardous. How many inches are you expecting, and do you get blowing drifts.. being out on the plains?

We have the fully-wet version (Pineapple Express) getting ready to roll through here late tonight. I prefer the winter storms from Alaska though as they do not bring the harsh winds that the tropical PE does. I loathe rolling up my Sunsetter patio shade covers, but better than letting the wind chomp on them.

williamsji

· #230 · Oct 23, 2021

beww said:
Called "Brake Hold".
I don't think it has any negative impact, no more than holding your foot on the pedal.
The only problem I see is, I was using it most of the time, then I was driving my Accord, which doesn't have brake hold, and I caught myself creeping up on the car in front of me.
Other than that I see no reason not to use it.

Brake hold is a really nice feature for stop and go traffic.

I personally do not use it, only because I don't want to become accustomed to it, rent a vehicle and then end up in a fender bender because I forgot I was driving a vehicle without it. In other words, until it becomes ubiquitous in motor vehicles, I just avoid it and rely on my foot, since I always know where it is and what it is doing.

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C_J

· #231 · Oct 23, 2021

williamsji said:
Brake hold is a really nice feature for stop and go traffic.

I personally do not use it, only because I don't want to become accustomed to it, rent a vehicle and then end up in a fender bender because I forgot I was driving a vehicle without it. In other words, until it becomes ubiquitous in motor vehicles, I just avoid it and rely on my foot, since I always know where it is and what it is doing.

I love it -- the only time I don't have it on is when I'm parking. This is my first automatic, and brake hold makes so much sense that I was actually surprised to learn that most cars don't have it.

Denver Transplant

· #232 · Oct 23, 2021

williamsji said:
Brake hold is a really nice feature for stop and go traffic.

I personally do not use it, only because I don't want to become accustomed to it, rent a vehicle and then end up in a fender bender because I forgot I was driving a vehicle without it. In other words, until it becomes ubiquitous in motor vehicles, I just avoid it and rely on my foot, since I always know where it is and what it is doing.

The only time I use it is in the pick up window line at the fast food places my wife doesn’t approve of. Fortunately I have no commute so no need to use it in traffic. Though in a past life, LA traffic broke me of manual transmissions as my left knee wasn’t up to it.

beww

Discussion Starter · #233 · Oct 23, 2021

williamsji said:
Brake hold is a really nice feature for stop and go traffic.

I personally do not use it, only because I don't want to become accustomed to it, rent a vehicle and then end up in a fender bender because I forgot I was driving a vehicle without it. In other words, until it becomes ubiquitous in motor vehicles, I just avoid it and rely on my foot, since I always know where it is and what it is doing.

This is why it has to be turned on for each drive (like the start/stop), and Honda does not allow it to default to ON.
The idea is if someone gets in the car knowing nothing at all about Brake Hold, they should be able to drive the car safely.
That's assuming they can drive in the first place of course.

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Hexonxonx

· #234 · Oct 24, 2021

stevedebi said:
600 miles per tank? I've only gotten 500 once. I generally fill up at 450 or so.

That 600 has dropped a bit since I started driving it more. This morning, I went out and it dropped from about 573 to about 550.

It was the first tank of gas so I am sure it was showing high for that reason.

EXcommunicated

· #235 · Oct 24, 2021

Hexonxonx said:
That 600 has dropped a bit since I started driving it more. This morning, I went out and it dropped from about 573 to about 550.

It was the first tank of gas so I am sure it was showing high for that reason.

That was the mileage the computer calculated when the car was backed off the car carrier. 550 is still pretty optimistic. Mine routinely shows between 500-510 after fill up.

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Hexonxonx

· #236 · Oct 24, 2021

EXcommunicated said:
That was the mileage the computer calculated when the car was backed off the car carrier. 550 is still pretty optimistic. Mine routinely shows between 500-510 after fill up.

It will be more realistic when I drive it more. After leaving the dealership, I drove it for a little while to enjoy it and the 600 was what it showed after 10 miles and I got home. Another tank or two and it will be more accurate.

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mikefocke

· #237 · Oct 25, 2021 (Edited)

Don't interpret the advertised fuel tank capacity as real usable capacity. The standards bodies allow the manufacturer to include reserve, fill area and splash area in their advertised capacity. The reserve protects the fuel pump and the splash area protects the evap system. Just let the automatic pump shut off occur to protect the evap as you can be liable for any repairs caused by overfilling.

Went through this with another make which had a usable of 9,8 out of an advertised 14.5.

stuman74

· #238 · Nov 12, 2021

4 weeks now since I replaced my 2020 (gas) EX-L AWD with a 2022 Hybrid EX-L. Absolutely nothing worse with the hybrid and only positives. Same trim level, but with included heated steering wheel, no auto engine idle, better acceleration, and about 33% better MPG. Very pleased so far!

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beww

Discussion Starter · #239 · Nov 12, 2021

stuman74 said:
4 weeks now since I replaced my 2020 (gas) EX-L AWD with a 2022 Hybrid EX-L. Absolutely nothing worse with the hybrid and only positives. Same trim level, but with included heated steering wheel, no auto engine idle, better acceleration, and about 33% better MPG. Very pleased so far!

Glad you like it, I love mine.
I suppose you could say that the hybrid "has no auto engine idle", but that's not really correct, the ICE does start and stop on its own, it's just that you don't notice it, and it makes no difference in getting the vehicle going.
Hey BTW, put your vehicle details in your profile, I see you have them in your sig, but some folks scan profiles to see if they can help.
Click your avatar in the upper right.

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_hwpo_

· #240 · Nov 12, 2021

Gas prices making new highs every day, hybrid making more sense now.
Here in TX, first time I saw prices greater than $3! And in CA, its $4.7ish!!

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