I have had both types and currently have a gas cart. My first electric cart had 8 6-volt batteries and we never had range anxiety. But SWMBO didn't like the climb in and out of the cart so we got another electric with 6 8-volt batteries. Range became a problem eventually so we got new batteries, but it didn't get much better. LSL to Brownwood was scary as the pack voltage kept dropping to the point we thought we might not get home. Then there was the problem that the cart was not available while it was being charged. So, we went with gas.
My mom has an electric cart with 6 8-volt batteries and a Curtis cab. Her range is poor, so that even a LSL to Colony results in a low battery warning on the way back. I don't know if it's just a bad digital gauge or if the pack is really depleted. I need to put a voltmeter on it when it says trouble.
Yes, gas is noisier. Yes, there is the exhaust, although the fuel injection is supposed to reduce that somewhat. But it is nice to be able to just jump in the cart and go. If the gauge shows 1/4 tank, we fill it up.
If you go electric, my advice would be to go with 8 6-volt batteries. The increased range and reduced anxiety is well worth it. Otherwise, go gas.
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