Pros and Cons of Gas vs. Electric Golf Carts

Having a golf cart makes playing your favorite game much more fun as it allows you to cruise around in comfort and transport your equipment with ease. When it comes to choosing a golf cart, the wide range of options can be overwhelming, since there are so many different models out there offering a variety of features. One decision you’ll have to make is whether to invest in a gas or electric model. Both these styles have their benefits and we’ve broken down the essential information on each type of golf cart so you can decide which is better for your needs. When you’re ready to check out golf carts for sale, visit Riva Motorsports and Marine of the Keys in Key Largo, Florida.

Gas Golf Carts

Thanks to their strong and powerful engines, gas-powered golf carts can haul heavy loads. High speeds allow you to travel from point to another on the golf course quickly, so you don’t lose valuable time that you could put towards your game. Street-legal carts that run faster are also allowed on paved areas where slower carts can’t go. Gas golf carts are popular because they are custom-built and provide more amenities. If you want plenty of choices, these handy vehicles may be your best choice.

While it’s easy to refuel a gas golf cart, gasoline is certainly tougher on the environment than its electric counterpart. The smell and exhaust from gas golf carts can linger on the golf course, and if your cart is poorly maintained, it could leak fluids onto the grass. Carbon monoxide emissions from gas-powered vehicles can also pose a health risk when you’re in an enclosed area, such as parking in a small garage or shed. Gas-powered golf carts are also noisier than electric carts, which can disturb other golfers on an otherwise quiet course. 

Electric Golf Carts

If you want an environmentally-friendly option, you’ll want to go with an electric golf cart that doesn’t produce any emissions. The decrease in pollution is beneficial for nature in a variety of ways, from being healthier for local wildlife to helping the growth of the course’s grass. These carts won’t impact the golf course like gasoline-powered golf carts because they won’t produce any noxious smells or leak gasoline anywhere. When you drive an electric golf cart, you will notice right away how quietly these models operate. The silent running decreases the disturbance to other golfers or wildlife nearby.

Recharging the battery is less expensive as compared to buying gasoline. However, electric carts can be more difficult to maneuver when it comes to driving. Additionally, it might be difficult to tell when your electric golf cart is about to run out of power. If you misjudge the timing, towing or pushing your cart off the course can be a hassle. It takes a bit of time and effort to recharge the batteries, so you won’t be able to use your cart when it’s being charged.

Now that you know the pros and cons of gas and electric golf carts, visit our dealership in Key Largo, Florida, to check out our great selection of both these styles. Our friendly staff can answer any questions you have and provide advice to help you make the right choice. Riva Motorsports and Marine of the Keys proudly serves all our Florida Keys customers.