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As much as I don't like hybrid vehicles because they stand for everything I DON'T...I'd still say the Prius is the best hybrid for the money. Toyota basically invented the modern hybrid and in my book, has the most advanced hybrid system at the moment (excluding the Volt).
It depends what you mean by "best." You could say the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, or Lexus 400h/450h, or Porsche Cayenne Hybrid are much more complete vehicles than the Prius... lots more cargo space, plus AWD, performance, luxury if desired, ground clearance...
GM also makes hybrid versions of Tahoe/Yukon and Silverado/Sierra, if you like American full-size SUVs and trucks.
Depends on what you want the car for. I personally like the old original Honda Insight, the 2-seater, because it has a proper stickshift, and sort of looks like a Bonneville car with the aerodynamic fender skirts - have never driven one though, and have heard they are not that impressive as a driver.
Goat made an informative post about how Toyota's patented "Synergy Drive" is so far the best hybrid driveline in terms of efficiency, Ford has licensed this, Honda has gone their own way and for most it is not as economical.
Ford offers several different hybrids, Toyota has a hybrid Camry as well as the Prius.
For minimum fuel costs A to B, though, probably the Prius is the best bet.
As much as I don't like hybrid vehicles because they stand for everything I DON'T...I'd still say the Prius is the best hybrid for the money. Toyota basically invented the modern hybrid and in my book, has the most advanced hybrid system at the moment (excluding the Volt).
Doesnt hybrid stand for using electricity to lower the amount of oil used, in these days why would you stand against that?
I think what Speedy MEANT to say is......he's all for other people like you driving around slow hybrids so there is more oil for his fast and gas thirsty toys
Doesnt hybrid stand for using electricity to lower the amount of oil used, in these days why would you stand against that?
I just bought a Corvette with a big (surprisingly economical) V8 engine. My DAILY driver is a 2010 F-150 that I use to commute 30 miles to/from work in and sometimes tow my boat on the weekends. I guess I never got the memo about conserving gasoline...oh well.
The Prius is the antithesis of a Corvette; small engine, slow, sedan, ugly, and did I mention slow?
I can understand why some people buy Prius's, I have friends who drive them and they ARE a neat vehicle with cool electronic gizmos and do-dads...but not for me. If you want one, more power to you though. I'm all for CHOICES and if a Prius is your CHOICE, than by God good luck to you!
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I think what Speedy MEANT to say is......he's all for other people like you driving around slow hybrids so there is more oil for his fast and gas thirsty toys
Unfortunately Speedy needs to realize he can't have ALL fast and thirsty toys otherwise Speedy won't have a pot to p^ss in!
I can understand why some people buy Prius's, I have friends who drive them and they ARE a neat vehicle with cool electronic gizmos and do-dads...but not for me. If you want one, more power to you though. I'm all for CHOICES and if a Prius is your CHOICE, than by God good luck to you!
Considering the current options, I can see why you wouldn't want a hybrid. But if they can improve the technology and lighten the batteries, then there is really no reason why *every* car shouldn't reclaim the rolling energy it's got when braking, instead of pissing it away as heat in the brakes. Better for everyone...
If you are serious about a hybrid, look to a plug-in conversion that would get the first 30-40 miles a day on electrical energy. You can easily convert Toyotas to be plug-in hybrids. The Prii are mist often converted, but it should be feasible with the Lexus CT, HS, and RX. The Highlander would offer the most room, and if converted would return more than the 28mpg rating.
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