Does a PHEV make sense for a daily ~70 mile round trip commuter?

Am in the market for a new car and looking to spend $20k. I know this relegates me to used market. I currently drive a 2014 Accord and would like to make the move to either a hybrid or a PHEV. Considerations below:

  • I commute 5x a week and my round trip is about 70 miles.

  • I do have access to a regular 110/120 volt outlet but only at home, so I would be able to charge for the commute to work.

  • Cannot charge at work.

  • I do drive around town often on weekends.

  • Am currently a family of 3, but will soon be 4

  • Full electric is not really an option as I am a renter with no access to outlets other than regular ones

Any thoughts? Thank you to anybody at all. Totally lost on whether to go hybrid, PHEV, or even ICE.

Posted Apr 15, 2025, 7:30 PM UTC

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