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Ultimate Comparison of Hybrid Cars

With gas prices and the environment on everyone's minds, it's no wonder more and more drivers are considering purchasing hybrid vehicles. However, not all hybrids are the same and with so many options on the market, it can be a bit confusing as to which ones you should consider.

The Wirecutter recently did an in-depth study on hybrid vehicles (I highly recommend you read it), and determined how hybrids measured up against their non-hybrid counterparts. According to their research, their choice for best hybrid vehicle was the 2015 Toyota Prius Two, with other top picks including the 2015 Honda Accord Hybrid, 2014 Toyota Prius Two, and 2015 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reserved.

Below is a look at some hybrids compared to their non-hybrid equivalents, with comparison by price, MPG, break-even miles and gallons of fuel saved.

If you're considering a hybrid vehicle or any new vehicle, I highly recommend you use TrueCar No Haggle and CarsDirect to compare the best prices among local dealers.

Hybrid Vs Non-Hybrid Counterpart

Hybrid VehiclePriceNon-Hybrid VehiclePriceMPG DifferenceBreak Even MilesGallons of Fuel Saved
Toyota Prius$24,200Ford Focus 5-Door$18,96019109,6091,593
Honda Civic Hybrid$24,635Honda Civic EX$21,09012125,3411,050
Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid$25,995Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0i Premium$22,9953248,000449
Honda Accord Hybrid$29,305Honda Accord EX$25,03017101,3071,567
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid$31,670Volkswagen Jetta GLI SEL$30,3801622,7491,593
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid$35,190Lincoln MKZ$35,1901401,749
Toyota Avalon Hybrid XLE Premium$35,555Toyota Avalon XLE Premium$33,1951544,9521,949
Lexus ES 300h$39,500Lexus ES 350$36,6201649,3712,166
BMW ActiveHybrid 5$61,650BMW 535i$55,3502504,000417
Lexus LS 600h L$120,440Lexus LS 460 L AWD$101,3052883,154722





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Gregg Fidan Gregg Fidan is the founder of RealCarTips. After being ripped off on his first car purchase, he devoted several years to figuring out the best ways to avoid scams and negotiate the best car deals. He has written hundreds of articles on the subject of car buying and taught thousands of car shoppers how to get the best deals.

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