Choosing a mild hybrid (Mild Hybrid) vehicle is primarily based on its balanced fuel economy and practicality, making it particularly suitable for scenarios where both urban commuting and long-distance driving are prioritized. The system recovers kinetic energy during deceleration and stores it in a lithium battery, providing additional electric power assistance during idling or acceleration, which can reduce fuel consumption by approximately 10%-15% without requiring changes to driving habits or reliance on charging infrastructure. For instance, when the vehicle is coasting or braking to a stop at speeds below 18 km/h, the engine automatically shuts off while the battery maintains power supply to onboard electrical systems. Currently, local brands such as the Proton X50 Mild Hybrid offer a 3-year/100,000-kilometre battery warranty, while brands like Toyota provide warranties of up to 8 years for core hybrid components, further alleviating user concerns. Although pure electric vehicles have charging costs that are only half those of fuel-powered cars, the limited coverage of charging networks makes mild hybrids a pragmatic choice that balances environmental benefits with convenience at this stage.
