Picked up a 2007 silver, package #6. Just shy of 50MPG on the first 70 miles of driving. It had 18MPG and 5 miles on it when I drove it off the lot. The technology / gadgetry of the car is most appealing to me; the MPG and environmental benefit is a nice bonus. I think it's very safe to say I would not have bought one without this forum, specifically wanted to thank Bill Merchant, Darelldd and Hobbit.
Congratulations, Malarkey! I'm glad I could help you. The Prius is truly the smartest car on the road today.