You probably know a good bit about hybrid vehicles and their ability to conserve gasoline and emit lower emissions into the atmosphere – an incredible way to save money and the earth. But what about electric cars? Do you know as much about them? Chances are, since there are still such a limited amount of electric cars available, you don't. One electric car that you may be interested in is the 2017 Nissan Leaf. It's quiet, comfortable and spacious. Plus, with all its impressive electric qualities and great mileage range, it will save you both money and the earth, even better than a hybrid. Here are some of the top reasons to invest in an electric car like the 2017 Nissan Leaf. You'll Be Helping the Environment Have you heard of carbon footprints? If not, it is the amount of carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds emitted due to the consumption of fossil fuels by a particular person, group, etc. Electric vehicles have no tailpipe emissions – carbon dioxide (CO2), carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOX), particulate matter (PM), formaldehyde (HCHO), non-methane organic gases (NMOG), or non-methane hydrocarbons (NMHC). As a result, when you own an electric car, your carbon footprint will drop and you will be helping the environment – which is one of the top reasons to invest in an electric car. They Require Less Maintenance Owning a car is essentially a money pit. The gas, the maintenance, the repairs … all of these things add up to a pretty hefty sum. But with electric cars, a lot of these expenses are eliminated, like the lack of gasoline required. Another thing about electric cars is that they require less time and money spent on maintenance. This is because electric vehicles have 10 times fewer moving parts than regular gasoline cars. They have no engine, transmission, spar plugs, fuel tank, tailpipe, distributor, clutch, muffler or catalytic converter. Without parts like these, the need for maintenance in electric cars is much less. They Will Save You Money While electric cars are still more expensive to purchase than gasoline-powered cars, they will actually save you more money in the long run. With less money spent on gasoline and maintenance, electric vehicles will easily save your money. Another way to look at overall cost is to compare the cost of electricity to the cost of fuel. Electric vehicles require around $3.74 worth of electricity to travel 100 miles, while a gasoline-powered car requires around $13.36. Also worth noting is that as consumer demand for electric vehicles continues to increase, the initial cost will decrease, making them an even wiser investment. They Are Intriguing When electric vehicles first came about, they weren't all that impressive. Except for their new and cool technology, they just didn't offer the same intriguing power, styling, comfort or high-tech features like their gasoline-powered predecessors. But now, hybrids and electric cars are keeping up with the competition in all areas. Take the 2017 Nissan Leaf as an example. The S trim is a competitive choice, with an 80-kW AC synchronous motor, heated front seats, rearview camera, Bluetooth connectivity and SB port for streaming audio and charging smartphones – and the S is just the base-level trim. The Leaf SV gains a seven-inch touchscreen display, navigation, and the NissanConnect web connectivity system, while the Leaf's top SL trim sports LED headlights, foglights, heated rear seats and leather upholstery. For more reasons to opt for an electric car, like the 2017 Nissan Leaf, drop by our dealership in Harrisburg, PA.