Featured 11 Hybrids to Help Cut Your Commute Costs

Discussion in 'Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News' started by Tideland Prius, Aug 23, 2023.

  1. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    11 Best Hybrid Cars for Commuters in 2023, Ranked - Autoweek
     
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  2. bwilson4web

    bwilson4web BMW i3 and Model 3

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    I was surprised this one did not rank higher:
    MPG: 53/56/54
    Base price: $25,665

    The 2023 Hyundai Elantra hybrid sneaks into this list below the Maverick and makes it the most affordable of the bunch.    ​

    Just a comment, no other interest.

    Bob Wilson
     
    #2 bwilson4web, Aug 24, 2023
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    Well, I saw no mention of how these cars were ranked for the list. The writer probably just thought of Hyundai after Ford.
     
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    there is a break even point. while no one can predict the future price of energy, it makes sense to do some back of the napkin math based on your projected use.
     
    #4 bisco, Aug 24, 2023
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    Weird to substitute Highlander for RAV4HV...I could maybe see Sienna as the "best" eco choice for HOT-3+ van pool commuter
     
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    unfortunately, you can't actually buy any of these cars at the prices listed. so until (if) inventory increases, you can only do your math based on the price of what's available.
     
    #6 bisco, Sep 19, 2023
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    They also left off the humble 2023 KIA Niro Hybrid which will easily average 50 mpg and has a starting MSRP of $26,840 for the base model. I do understand them not listing it, it is certainly not a vehicle that jumps out at you.

    Had a chance to see a KIA Sportage Hybrid up close in the showroom a few months ago - very impressive specs for the price. They did list that vehicle
     
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    And the Rav4 hybrid? Or its plug in version?
     
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