Different Types of EV

In summary, the main differences between BEVs, PHEVs, HEVs, and FCEVs are their power sources and their driving ranges. BEVs rely solely on a battery and have the shortest range, but they produce zero emissions and are best suited for urban and suburban driving. PHEVs have both an electric motor and a combustion engine and can drive on electric power alone for a limited range, making them best suited for drivers who want the flexibility of a hybrid vehicle. HEVs have both an electric motor and a combustion engine, but they cannot be charged from an external power source and are best suited for drivers who want the fuel efficiency of a hybrid vehicle. FCEVs use hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity and produce zero emissions, but they require access to hydrogen refuelling stations and are best suited for drivers who require longer range and faster refuelling times than a BEV.