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If you want the best fuel economy in the hybrid field, the 2013 Toyota Prius is still king, with a 51/48 mpg rating for the standard car, 51/49 for the Plug-In, 53/46 for the Prius C and 44/40 for the
If you don't mind sacrificing a few mpg, and you'd like something more conventional, or more sporty, the Ford Fusion Hybrid sedan and Honda CR-Z hybrid coupe are certainly worth a look.
Due to the seamless transition between electric motor and gasoline engine, driving the 2013 Toyota Prius hybrid is a surprisingly drama-free event. The driver has a choice of performance options via the EV, Eco and Power buttons. In EV mode, the Prius functions solely on electric power, though speed and range are quite limited. The Power mode delivers the full potential of the gasoline engine boosted by the electric motor. The Eco mode selects throttle response for best efficiency, and will even shut down the air conditioning when at idle. The
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Review this carBy Dianne (RI) on Sunday, February 24, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 20,000
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsPros: "Great savings at the pump and fun to drive."
Cons: "Definitely need the back-up camera."
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"Very enjoyable car to drive. I drive 50 miles a day, mostly highway. Great savings on gas. Handling is exceptional for such a small car, fun to drive. I purchased the car as used with 9000 miles and have had the car for 9 months. No complaints. The only option I would definitely recommend is the back-up camera. Rear view takes getting use to and the car is extremely quiet when backing out. Average mileage, 52 per gallon."
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By cjre (CA) on Monday, February 11, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 89
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsPros: "Great price, awesome packages, nice solar/moonroof"
Cons: "None"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"I traded in my Venza for this top of the line Prius FOUR. I liked the Prius V, but was not willing to lose 10MPG for the wagon look. This car is awesome. It has everything more than the $40,000 Venza. I am getting 63MPG so far. I need to do a real test when I fill up. I am just gong by the computer read out. This car not only has everything state of the art, but in fact, the ride is very smooth. I bought this car with solar package, moonroof and remote AC, which works great. When I enter the car, it is 60 degrees inside and the outside temp is 80. I cant wait till the summer. I love the HD touch screen which is 7.1", I upgraded that too. I also love the heads up display. The new color that toyota came out with is what sold me besides the gas mileage. I bought the winter gray metallic and added factory installed all chrome rims. WOW is all I can say. Most people tell me that my car doesnt even look like a prius, especially when I added the tint to the windows. The sound system is awesome. I love the SAT, USB and XM radio. I could not ask for anything more. I am sold on a prius. I never dreamed of buying a hybrid car at all, but I couldnt pass this deal up."
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