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Hybrid/Electric Vehicles: Should I Buy?

Posted by michael on from the green-machine dept.

nissin writes "I'm ready to buy my first vehicle, and would like to hear your experiences with either hybrid or electric vehicles. Are they a good alternative to conventional vehicles, or just a geek toy? Do they perform well in the city? How about on long road trips? I am also interested in hearing about other alternative, yet practical, forms of transportation that I may have missed."

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  1. New Prius by fhammond · · Score: 0, Redundant

    No experience but I'm thinking about doing the same thing. I really like the look and specs of the new Toyota Prius. Just gotta trade in that Land Rover first...

  2. Re:Not me but a friend.. by Ktulu_03 · · Score: 0, Redundant

    Um...not really.

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    SUV's and Minivan's have pretty much the same fuel efficiency, not counting the escalades or excursions. mid-size SUV's such as the explorer are just about on par with minivan's.