The federal government is offering $7500 incentives to buy green vehicles and constant state of flux in gas prices making the buyers to purchase green cars. The following list is taken from Kelly Blue Book and MSN Auto.
- Nissan Leaf: The starting price of the leaf reduced by $6,000 on 2013 model and federal government tax savings are $7,500, so you can get it for around $22,000. According to Kelly Blue Book, there is no other all electric car better than this. The fuel economy in city is 129 mpg, and on highway 102 mpg. It is available at affordable base price, established in terms of availability and reliability, ample features, quiet cabin and spacious.
- Tesla Model S: The Tesla Model S is coolest among the available cars and the most desirable electric vehicle today. This is also one of the best luxury sedans. The mileage is up to 94 mpg in city and 97 mpg highway. It supports by the Tesla supercharger infrastructure, available in seven passenger configuration, lots of cargo space, impressive performance, sleek styling and excellent battery.
- Ford Focus Electric: It has an advanced power-train (pairs 107kw electric motor) and Lithium-ion battery. The advantages with this are high tech options, abundant list of upscale, lively engine, well made and stylish interior, refined & quiet ride, and nimble handling. Mileage is city 110 mpg and highway 99 mpg.
- Chevrolet Volt: After the first 38 miles with the Chevrolet Volt gas engine will deliver the next 344 miles. The fuel economy is city 101 mpg and highway 93 mpg. Attractions with the Volt are excellent crash test scores, appealing standard features, maximum range is 300 miles and in normal driving monthly fuel costs are low.
- Toyota Prius Plug-in: The mileage in city is 51 mpg and highway 49 mpg. It offers exterior in a unique black cherry pearl color, premium finished seventeen inches alloy wheels and trim package with style focused. Comfortable & quite ride, standard features, space efficient interior, fuel economy are the attractions.
- Ford C-Max Energy: This is a rare trait among the present available green vehicles, and can fun to drive beyond its all electric range of 21 miles. The fuel economy is 44 mpg city and 41 mpg highway. It became a new competitor for Toyota Prius Plug-in. It has better electric range, better driving dynamics, and nice interior. Performance is an added advantage.
- Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid: According to Kelly Blue Book, the Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid is an European sedan a fun to drive; the combined mileage is 45 mpg. The starting price is under $26,000. The fuel efficiency in city is 42 mpg and highway 48 mpg.
The other best green car models of 2013 are Honda Fit EV, Toyota Avalon Hybrid and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. With Focus Electric, C-Max Energy and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Ford got three positions in the list. In addition, the Toyota with its Prius Plug-in and Avalon Hybrid occupied two positions.