Hybrid Heaven
The latest gas-friendly vehicles to hit the market
If you’re feeling the pinch at the pump and you’re in the market for a new vehicle, check out these hybrid alternatives from Chevy to Toyota. J.D. Power & Associates reported fuel efficiency numbers for the most popular vehicles in the hybrid market:
Toyota Prius Hybrid
With an estimated 48 mpg city / 45 mpg highway, the Prius remains the most popular midsized pick for 2008.
Honda Civic Hybrid - 40 mpg city / 45 mpg highway
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid - 24 mpg city / 32 mpg highway
Nissan Altima Hybrid
This hybrid boasts the same Toyota system capable of 35 mpg city / 33 mpg highway.
Saturn Aura Hybrid - 24 mpg city / 32 mpg highway
Toyota Camry Hybrid - 33 mpg city / 34 mpg highway
Lexus GS 450h
If you’re still looking for performance, style and luxury then take a look at the Lexus GS 450h. Even with a powerful V8 under the hood you can still attain 22 mpg city / 25 mpg highway.
Lexus LS 600h L - 20 mpg city / 22 mpg highway
Lexus RX 400h - 27 mpg city / 24 mpg highway
Mercury Mariner Hybrid - 34 mpg city / 30 mpg highway
Mazda Tribute Hybrid - 34 mpg city / 30 mpg highway
Saturn Vue Hybrid - 25 mpg city / 32 mpg highway
Toyota Highlander Hybrid - 27 mpg city / 25 mpg highway
Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid - 21 mpg city / 22 mpg highway
GMC Yukon Hybrid - 21 mpg city / 22 mpg highway
