CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID
Base price: $24,545.00
Tax credit: 1,300.00
Adjusted MSRP: $23,245.00
Premium over regular version: $1,410.00
MPG: 24/32 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 27
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $2,333.33
Annual gas savings: $186.67
Years to pay back: 7.6
EPA pollution rating: N/A
Compared to: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT
Base price: $21,835.00
MPG: 22/30 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 25
Verdict: The Malibu Hybrid gives little in terms of real hybrid value, but counters that with a competitive price. Hold on tight for the Two-Mode.";
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CHEVROLET TAHOE/GMC YUKON HYBRID
Base price: $50,490.00
Tax credit: $2,200.00
Adjusted MSRP: $48,290.00
Premium over regular version: $2,665.00
MPG: 21/22 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 21
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $3,000.00
Annual gas savings: $937.50
Years to pay back: 2.8
EPA pollution rating: N/A
Compared to: 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe LT3
Base price: $45,625.00
MPG: 14/20 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 16
Verdict: If you can afford almost 50 grand for a vehicle and must haul people and cargo, take a look at the Tahoe Hybrid.";
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FORD ESCAPE HYBRID
Base price: $27,640.00
Tax credit: $3,000.00
Adjusted MSRP: $24,640.00
Premium over regular version: $2,260.00
MPG: 34/30 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 32
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon) : $1,968.75
Annual gas savings: $894.89
Years to pay back: 2.5
EPA pollution rating: 9.5
Compared to: 2007 Ford Escape XLT 2.3L
Base price: $22,380.00
MPG: 20/26 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 22
Verdict: One of the smarter hybrid deals on the market, combines low emissions, fuel savings and a significant tax credit with SUV room and convenience.";
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HONDA CIVIC HYBRID
Base price: $23,270.00
Tax credit: $1,050.00 (1/08 - 6/08)
Adjusted MSRP: $22,220.00
Premium over regular version: $2,040.00
MPG: 40/45 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 42
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $1,500.00
Annual gas savings: $672.41
Years to pay back: 3.0
EPA pollution rating: 9.5
Compared to: 2008 Honda Civic EX, AT
Base price: $20,180.00
MPG: 25/36 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 29
Verdict: The Honda Civic Hybrid is roomy, comfortable, efficient, and affordable. We highly recommend a test drive.";
Which_hybrid_080515[i++] = new Array("","Lexus RX Hybrid","","http://msnbcmedia.msn.com/j/msnbc/Components/Photo_StoryLevel/080514/080514-hybrids-app-lexusRX.hmedium.jpg","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "lexus.com", "239", "423", "#000000", "", "", "", "");
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LEXUS RX 400H HYBRID
Base price: $42,045.00
Tax credit: $0
Adjusted MSRP: $42,045.00
Premium over regular version: $3,880.00
MPG: 27/24 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 25
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $2,520.00
Annual gas savings: $630.00
Years to pay back: 6.2
EPA pollution rating: 8
Compared to: 2008 Lexus RX 350
Base price: $38,465.00
MPG: 18/23 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 20
Verdict: Surprisingly peppy performance from a feel-good powertrain, this quiet-runner will be a favorite in upper-class suburbs.";
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MAZDA TRIBUTE HYBRID
Base price: $25,135.00
Tax Credit: $3,000.00
Adjusted MSRP: $22,135.00
Premium over regular version: $1,175.00
MPG: 34/30 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 32
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $1,968.75
Annual gas savings: $894.89
Years to pay back: 1.3
EPA pollution rating: 9
Compared to: 2008 Mazda Tribute i Touring
Base price: $21,960
MPG: 20/26 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 22
Verdict: One of the smarter hybrid deals on the market, combines low emissions, fuel savings and a significant tax credit with SUV room and convenience.";
Which_hybrid_080515[i++] = new Array("","Mercury Mariner Hybrid","","http://msnbcmedia.msn.com/j/msnbc/Components/Photo_StoryLevel/080514/080514-hybrids-app-mercury-mariner.hmedium.jpg","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "mercuryvehicles.com", "239", "423", "#000000", "", "", "", "");
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MERCURY MARINER HYBRID
Base price: $28,845.00
Tax credit: $3,000.00
Adjusted MSRP: $25,845.00
Premium over regular version: $3,610.00
MPG: 34/30 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 32
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $1,968.75
Annual gas savings: $894.89
Years to pay back: 4.0
EPA pollution rating: 8
Compared to: 2008 Mercury Mariner FWD
Base price: $22,235.00
MPG: 20/26 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 22
Verdict: One of the smarter hybrid deals on the market, combines low emissions, fuel savings and a significant tax credit with SUV room and convenience, but it doesn't pay for itself as quickly as its corporate siblings the Ford Escape Hybrid and Mazda Tribute Hybrid.";
Which_hybrid_080515[i++] = new Array("","Nissan Altima Hybrid","","http://msnbcmedia.msn.com/j/msnbc/Components/Photo_StoryLevel/May/080514/080514-hybrids-app-nissan2-altima.hmedium.jpg","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "Nissan", "222", "423", "#000000", "", "", "", "");
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NISSAN ALTIMA HYBRID
Base price: $26,140.00
Tax credit: $2,350.00
Adjusted MSRP: $23,790.00
Premium over regular version: $2,160.00
MPG: 35/33 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 34
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $1,852.94
Annual gas savings: $570.14
Years to pay back: 3.8
EPA pollution rating: N/A
Compared to: 2007 Nissan Altima I4 S
Base price: $21,630.00
MPG: 23/31 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 26
Verdict: Give up less than 20 horsepower and less than 20 lb.-ft. of torque and gain seven miles to the gallon -- not a bad deal.";
Which_hybrid_080515[i++] = new Array("","Saturn Aura Green Line Hybrid","","http://msnbcmedia.msn.com/j/msnbc/Components/Photo_StoryLevel/080514/080514-hybrids-app-saturn-aura.hmedium.jpg","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "saturn.com", "239", "423", "#000000", "", "", "", "");
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SATURN AURA GREEN LINE HYBRID
Base price: $25,965.00
Tax credit: $1,300.00
Adjusted MSRP: $24,665.00
Premium over regular version: $3,610.00
MPG: 24/32 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 27
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $2,333.33
Annual gas savings: $186.67
Years to pay back: 19.3
EPA pollution rating: 6
Compared to: 2007 Saturn Aura XE
Base price: $21,055.00
MPG: 22/30 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 25
Verdict: Offering only a slight fuel economy advantage and requiring more than 19 years to pay for itself, the Saturn Aura hybrid is a hard sell when compared to the regular four-cylinder sedan.";
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SATURN VUE GREEN LINE HYBRID
Base price: $26,270.00
Tax credit: $1,550.00
Adjusted MSRP: $24,720.00
Premium over regular version: $2,570.00
MPG: 25/32 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 28
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $2,250.00
Annual gas savings: $613.64
Years to pay back: 4.4
EPA pollution rating: 7
Compared to: 2008 Saturn Vue XE AT
Base price: $22,150.00
MPG: 19/26 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 22
Verdict: Hybrid-lite for those put off by the hybrid premium, the Saturn Vue Green Line combines a respectable sticker price with respectable fuel economy numbers. With a lower tax credit, however, you may wind up paying more, for less.";
Which_hybrid_080515[i++] = new Array("","Toyota Camry Hybrid","","http://msnbcmedia.msn.com/j/msnbc/Components/Photo_StoryLevel/080514/080514-hybrids-app-camry.hmedium.jpg","","", "", "", "", "", "", "Toyota", "Toyota", "239", "423", "#000000", "", "", "", "");
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TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID
Base price: $25,860.00
Tax credit: $0
Adjusted MSRP: $25,860.00
Premium over regular version: $3,775.00
MPG: 33/34 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 34
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $1,852.94
Annual gas savings: $667.06
Years to pay back: 5.7
EPA pollution rating: 8.0
Compared to: 2007 Toyota Camry LE 5-Spd AT
Base price: $22,085.00
MPG: 21/31 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 25
Verdict: All Camry, with hybrid economy. A can't miss hit if you like saving money at the pump and limiting your emissions.";
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TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID
Base price: $34,885.00
Tax credit: $0
Adjusted MSRP: $34,885.00
Premium over regular version: $5,250.00
MPG: 28/25 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 26
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $2,423.08
Annual gas savings: $892.71
Years to pay back: 5.9
EPA pollution rating: 8
Compared to: 2008 Toyota Highlander 4WD
Base price: $29,635.00
MPG: 17/23 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 19
Verdict: A great buy if you’re looking for more performance out of a Highlander SUV and don’t care much about boosting fuel economy. Try the four-cylinder Highlander if you’re after miles-per-gallon.";
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TOYOTA PRIUS
Base price: $23,535.00
Tax credit: $0
Adjusted MSRP: $23,535.00
Premium over regular version: $3,425.00
MPG: 48/45 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 46
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $1,369.57
Annual gas savings: $880.43
Years to pay back: 3.9
EPA pollution rating: 8
Compared to: 2008 Toyota Matrix S
Base Price: $20,110.00
MPG: 25/31 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 28
Verdict: Comparing the Prius is like comparing spots on a giraffe. We found that the Matrix offered the same hatchback bodystyle with similar power numbers, but 18 miles-per-gallon less (yet more cargo room) for around $3,500 less.";
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