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[nimblebear]

Thats why I told everyone I know to think long and hard b4 buying a hybrid.

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[qqqqtrdr]

I've been doing some research on this because I'm looking at a Hybrid. If your going to buy a hybrid because it gives you 30 miles per gallon instead of 20, it isn't worth it. Hybrids that can give you 50 or 60 miles a gallon will save you money in the long run. However, you will need to drive the vehicle at least 12,000 a year for it to pay off after about 3 years. These batteries will need to be replaced after 5 - 7 years at the cost of $2200. Barry

[nimblebear]

I've been doing some research on this because I'm looking at a Hybrid. If your going to buy a hybrid because it gives you 30 miles per gallon instead of 20, it isn't worth it. Hybrids that can give you 50 or 60 miles a gallon will save you money in the long run. However, you will need to drive the vehicle at least 12,000 a year for it to pay off after about 3 years. These batteries will need to be replaced after 5 - 7 years at the cost of $2200.

Barry

u only get the 50 if you are driving short trips at low speeds. Otherwise you're closer to 30. Better off buying a Corolla (no hybrid.) if you want good gas mileage and want to drive on highway. Good luck. does $2200 include disposal costs ?

[qqqqtrdr]

I've been doing some research on this because I'm looking at a Hybrid. If your going to buy a hybrid because it gives you 30 miles per gallon instead of 20, it isn't worth it. Hybrids that can give you 50 or 60 miles a gallon will save you money in the long run. However, you will need to drive the vehicle at least 12,000 a year for it to pay off after about 3 years. These batteries will need to be replaced after 5 - 7 years at the cost of $2200.

Barry

u only get the 50 if you are driving short trips at low speeds. Otherwise you're closer to 30. Better off buying a Corolla (no hybrid.) if you want good gas mileage and want to drive on highway. Good luck. does $2200 include disposal costs ?

Actually it is 45 high-way and 55 in stop and go traffic on the prius now. I think Prius is the only Hybrid I would consider buying. You would get 30 if you punch the gas all the time and drive agressively.

Barry

[maineman]

I've had my Prius for almost 2 years now. Its great. I average 45 to 50 MPG with normal use. If I am extra careful and "pussy foot" around town I'll get well above 50. On the highway I always do over 50 - I just set the autopilot and go. Besides good fuel economy its really, really CLEAN, like practically no emissions. So driving it is "the right thing to do". So far, not a single problem. Rides great, roomy, peppy. My 6 foot 8 inch son fits in comfortably, too. mm