{"id":22637,"date":"2016-10-13T08:48:11","date_gmt":"2016-10-13T12:48:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dealerfireblog.com\/njstateauto\/?p=22637"},"modified":"2016-10-13T08:48:11","modified_gmt":"2016-10-13T12:48:11","slug":"buy-used-hybrid-plus-top-three-cars-consider","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.njstateauto.com\/blog\/buy-used-hybrid-plus-top-three-cars-consider\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Buy a Used Hybrid  &#8211; Plus Top Three Cars to Consider"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-22638\" src=\"http:\/\/blogmedia.dealerfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/591\/2016\/10\/shutterstock_422727961.jpg\" alt=\"shutterstock_422727961\" width=\"317\" height=\"173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/174\/2016\/10\/10145333\/shutterstock_422727961.jpg 500w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/174\/2016\/10\/10145333\/shutterstock_422727961-300x164.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Hybrids actually have fewer problems than their counterparts, so buying one used is a great option.\u00a0 According to Renee Stephens, vice president of Automotive Quality Research at J.D. Power and Associates, \u201cOn average, a hybrid sees about 99 problems per 100 vehicles, compared to gas vehicles, which have a rating of 133 problems per 100 vehicles.\u201d In addition, since a new car loses about 27% of its value the first year, the biggest depreciation happens after two or three years. Since hybrids are usually pricier than their counterparts, it\u2019s not a bad idea to let someone else take the depreciation hit.<\/p>\n<p>So, which hybrids are the best? Toyota\u2019s commitment to hybrids with 69% of the US market share, puts Toyota at the top of the list. The Toyota Prius 2010-2013 has been recognized as one of the most reliable hybrids. Its \u201cHybrid Synergy Drive\u201d full hybrid powertrain, merges electric motor power with a 1.8-liter Atkinson-cycle engine and gets 50 mpg. The Prius also gets high marks for reliability from <em>Consumer Reports.<\/em>\u00a0 The 2014 and 2015 models are recommended, as well, if you don\u2019t mind taking a little hit for depreciation.<\/p>\n<p>The 2012-2013 #HondaCivicHybrid is another highly recommended hybrid. Upgraded with a lithium-ion battery, the 44 mpg Civic Hybrid looks nearly identical to the regular Civic sedan except that it has some hybrid-specific design cues and badging. While its Integrated Motor Assist is not as advanced as the Toyota\u2019s full hybrid architecture, it is an effective system that was introduced in the original 2000 Insight, released slightly before the Prius. This vehicle is a premium trim level with lots of bells and whistles. Again, 2014 and 2015 models are good, too, but have the issue with depreciation.<\/p>\n<p>Third on the list is the 2012-2013 Toyota Camry Hybrid. It\u2019s notable that the 2015 model retained the 2012\u2019s powertrain with its 40\/41 mpg combined rating. The Camry\u2019s reliability has made it a best-seller for the past several years. Its 200 horsepower, 0-60 in the mid 7s makes it quite a peppy car.\u00a0 As with the Honda and Prius, the 2014 and 2015 models are also highly recommended, save the depreciation.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.njstateauto.com\/?ibp-adgroup=SE_Target\">New Jersey State Auto Auction<\/a> has a large inventory of used cars and trucks. Come visit our showroom in Jersey City and let our sales team help you find your perfect hybrid to test drive. Visit us <a href=\"http:\/\/www.njstateauto.com\/?ibp-adgroup=SE_Target\">at www.njstateautoauction.com.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>#NJSAA<\/p>\n<p>#NJStateAuto<\/p>\n<p>#NJStateAutoAuction<\/p>\n<p><strong>New Jersey State Auto Auction<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>406 Sip Avenue<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Jersey City, New Jersey 07306<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Phone: 201.355.4138<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Website: <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.njstateauto.com\/?ibp-adgroup=SE_Target\"><strong>www.NJStateAuto.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hybrids actually have fewer problems than their counterparts, so buying one used is a great option.\u00a0 According to Renee Stephens, vice president of Automotive Quality Research at J.D. 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