Honda Leading the Way with Electric Vehicles

Honda led the way with electric vehicles, and the automaker continues to offer fuel-efficient and affordable vehicles that rely on high-tech batteries and motors. The earliest Honda EV was the Fit EV-Plus from the mid-1990s. Unfortunately, at this time, the US did not have the infrastructure and drive to support this vehicle that ran on Nickel-metal hydride batteries.

Honda led the way with electric vehicles, and the automaker continues to offer fuel-efficient and affordable vehicles that rely on high-tech batteries and motors. The earliest Honda EV was the Fit EV-Plus from the mid-1990s. Unfortunately, at this time, the US did not have the infrastructure and drive to support this vehicle that ran on Nickel-metal hydride batteries.

The 2022 Honda EV Lineup

As the top Honda dealership near Slidell, LA offers an impressive lineup of mild-hybrid models that include the 2022 Accord Hybrid and CR-V Hybrid. The automaker also offers the Insight for drivers near New Orleans, Louisiana. Fans of the Honda collection of automobiles are waiting patiently for the 2024 Honda Prologue all-electric model.

Fuel-Efficient Performance and High-Tech Features

The 2022 Accord Hybrid delivers an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 48/47 MPG due to the 2.0-liter inline-four engine with an AC Synchronous Permanent-Magnet Electric Motor. Car shoppers who choose the Insight get a better EPA-estimated fuel rating of 55/49 MPG thanks to the sedan’s 1.5-liter four-cylinder paired with an electric motor.

The other mild hybrid in the lineup – the CR-V Hybrid – has the same powertrain as the Accord Hybrid. It delivers an EPA-estimated fuel rating of 40/35 MPG. With the internal combustion engine paired with the electric motor, the CR-V Hybrid only comes with all-wheel drive. The Accord and Insight come with front-wheel drive.

All three models use regenerative braking and other technology to charge the battery and run the electric motors. They do not require at-home charging.

Honda equips all mild-hybrid vehicles with the Honda Sensing Technology. All trims have driver-assistive features like Collision Mitigation Braking System, Road Departure Mitigation System, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist System, Forward Collision Warning, and Lane Departure Warning.

Honda also outfits the vehicles with popular infotainment technology. The 2022 Accord Hybrid comes standard with an 8.0-inch touchscreen with four speakers, Bluetooth, USB ports, and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The CR-V Hybrid comes with a 7.0-inch touchscreen, eight speakers, HD Radio, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.

Reserve Your Honda EV Model at Honda of Slidell in Slidell, LA

We invite you to visit Honda of Slidell near Eden Isle, LA, to learn more about the Honda electric cars. Our friendly sales team can help you schedule a test drive and reserve the EV model that fits your driving needs. Our finance team can help you with loans and leases, and they can help you value your trade.