Best Hybrid and Economical Cars
Hybrid Cars: Gas Saving Cars
Here are different manufacturers of Hybrid Cars and economical automobiles on the Internet.Top 10 Hybrid Automobiles
2005 - 2006
1- Toyota Prius
60 mpg City, 51 mpg Highway (automatic)
2- Honda Civic Hybrid
50 mpg on city and highway (CVT)
3- Volkswagen Jetta TDI
36 mpg City, 47 mpg Highway (manual)
4- Mini Cooper
28 mpg City, 37 mpg Highway (manual)
5- Hyundai Elantra
27 mpg City, 34 mpg Highway (manual)
6- Ford Focus Station Wagon
27 mpg City, 35 mpg Highway (manual)
7- Honda Accord 4-Cylinder
26 mpg City, 34 mpg Highway (manual)
8- Nissan Altima
23 mpg City, 30 mpg Highway (manual)
9- Chevrolet Malibu MAXX
22 mpg City, 30 mpg Highway (automatic)
10- Buick Lucerne
19 city, 28 highway (automatic)
2004
2004 Honda Insight
(Hybrid)
Honda Insight 60/66 mpg
MSRP Price Range $19,180 - $21,380
Invoice Price Range $17,917 - $19,969
Total Cost of Ownership $28,381
The Insight is Honda’s two-seat hybrid car that was the first
gasoline-electric hybrid powered vehicle to be sold in the U.S. when
it went on sale in December 1999. For the 2001 model year an optional
continuously variable automatic transmission was added.
New for 2004
The AM/FM/CD audio system is improved, a new beige/black color scheme
for the seats is added, and the fuel-consumption meter is changed from
green to red for 2004.
Specifications
Engines 1.0L 65 hp I3
1.0L 67 hp I3
Transmissions 1-Speed Automatic Overdrive
5-Speed Manual Overdrive
Driver Front Crash Test
Passenger Front Crash Test
Toyota Prius
(Hybrid)
Toyota Prius 60/51 mpg
The Prius is Toyota’s gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle and was the
first mass-produced gasoline/electric hybrid when it went on sale in
1997 in Japan. The Prius went on sale in the U.S. in 2000 and the
second-generation Prius debuts as a 2004 model.
New for 2004
The second-generation Prius offers distinctive aerodynamic styling and
a longer wheelbase for additional interior room. The 2004 Prius is the
first use of the new high-voltage/high-power Hybrid Synergy Drive,
full hybrid system and will achieve a combined mpg rating in the
mid-50s.
Specifications
Engines 1.5L 76 hp I4
Transmissions 1-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Honda Civic Hybrid(Hybrid)
Honda Civic Hybrid 48/47 mpg
The Civic is Honda’s compact car, offered in sedan, coupe, and
hatchback versions. First introduced as a small, inexpensive hatchback
in 1972, the Civic has increased in size while continuing to offer
excellent fuel economy. The 7th generation Civic arrived as a 2001
model, the Civic Si returned for 2002 and the Civic Hybrid was added
as a 2003 model.
New for 2004
Civic sedans and coupes all receive new bumpers, headlights, hood, and
grille for 2004. The EX Sedan adds standard 15-inch alloy wheels. The
VP trims, based on the DX, add air conditioning, CD player, and center
console.
Specifications
Engines 1.3L 85 hp I4
1.7L 100 hp I4
1.7L 115 hp I4
1.7L 117 hp I4
1.7L 127 hp I4
2.0L 160 hp I4
Transmissions 1-Speed Automatic Overdrive
4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
5-Speed Manual Overdrive
VW New Beetle TDI
38/46 mpg
Seven years ago Volkswagen showed a design study called the Concept 1
at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, and the
response was overwhelming. The final rendition of that design study
was introduced at the 1998 Detroit show as the New Beetle. While
reminiscent of the original Beetle, of which more than 20 million have
been sold, there are no shared parts between the original and the new
model. Featuring a front-engine, front-wheel-drive design, the New
Beetle has all the modern amenities that its predecessor lacked.
New for 2004
The Volkswagen New Beetle gets a number of upgrades for 2004,
including improved airbag safety, redesigned wheels and available
OnStar Telematics.
Specifications
Engines 1.9L 100 hp I4
2.0L 115 hp I4
2.0L 115 hp I4
1.8L 150 hp I4
1.8L 180 hp I4
Transmissions 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
5-Speed Manual Overdrive
6-Speed Automatic Overdrive
6-Speed Manual Overdrive
Volkswagen Golf TDI
38/46 mpg
While this version is the fourth generation of the car that replaced
the Beetle in Volkswagen's model lineup, it is only the third
generation in North America known as the Golf; the original version
was the Rabbit. The Golf—which takes its name from the German word
Golfstrom, meaning Gulf Stream—is one of what was once a rare species
in the American market that is making a comeback: the hatchback. The
Golf has been the most popular compact car in Europe for more than 20
years, and has helped make Volkswagen the best-selling European import
brand in the U.S.
New for 2004
The Volkswagen Golf gets an improved diesel (TDI) engine for 2004,
providing more power and better fuel economy.
Specifications
Engines 1.9L 100 hp I4
2.0L 115 hp I4
Transmissions 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
5-Speed Manual Overdrive
Volkswagen Jetta TDI
38/46 mpg
The Jetta was introduced in the mid-'80s as a slightly upscale version
of the Rabbit hatchback. Volkswagen's bestseller in the U.S. is
essentially a Golf hatchback fitted with a trunk. The fourth
generation of the Jetta was introduced for the 1999 model year,
helping Volkswagen to continue setting U.S. sales records and becoming
the best selling European nameplate sold in the U.S.
New for 2004
The Volkswagen Jetta features new exterior and interior styling for
2004. In addition, the diesel (TDI) engine has been improved,
providing more power and better fuel economy.
Specifications
Engines 1.9L 100 hp I4
2.0L 115 hp I4
1.8L 180 hp I4
2.8L 200 hp V6
Transmissions 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
5-Speed Manual Overdrive
6-Speed Manual Overdrive
Volkswagen Jetta Wagon TDI
36/47 mpg
The Jetta was introduced in the mid-'80s as a slightly upscale version
of the Rabbit hatchback. Volkswagen's bestseller in the U.S. is
essentially a Golf hatchback fitted with a trunk. The fourth
generation of the Jetta was introduced for the 1999 model year,
helping Volkswagen to continue setting U.S. sales records and becoming
the best selling European nameplate sold in the U.S. The Jetta Wagon
was added to the Jetta lineup in the U.S. for 2001.
New for 2004
The Volkswagen Jetta Wagon remains primarily unchanged for 2004.
Specifications
Engines 1.9L 100 hp I4
2.0L 115 hp I4
1.8L 180 hp I4
Transmissions 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
5-Speed Manual Overdrive
Toyota ECHO
35/43 mpg
The ECHO is Toyota’s entry-level car that is one of the highest
fuel-mileage passenger cars sold in the U.S. market. The ECHO was
introduced for the 2000 model year and features a higher roof and
higher seating positions than what was traditionally found in the
entry-level segment.
New for 2004
The ECHO is unchanged for 2004 after the exterior was redesigned and
the interior was upgraded for 2003.
Specifications
Engines 1.5L 108 hp I4
Transmissions 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
5-Speed Manual Overdrive
Toyota Corolla
32/40 mpg
The Corolla is Toyota’s compact sedan and the world’s best-selling
car, with more than 27 million sold in 140 countries since its debut
in 1966. The ninth generation of the Corolla was introduced for 2003
and 2004 marks the 35th year of Corolla sales in the U.S.
New for 2005
All Corollas have a restyled front fascia, a new bumper design, a new
grille, new headlights and new taillights. The all-new XRS is powered
by a 170-horsepower version of the 2ZZ 1.8-liter engine with a 6-speed
manual transmission. XRS equipment includes sport-tuned suspension,
16-inch alloy wheels, Michelin performance tires, revised steering,
sport seats, color-keyed spoiler, ABS, tire pressure monitors,
silver-colored instrument cluster, and optitron meters. The S receives
an aggressive new front spoiler, fog lights and smoked headlamp
masking.
Specifications
Engines 1.8L 130 hp I4
170 hp I4
Transmissions 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
5-Speed Manual Overdrive
6-Speed Manual Overdrive
Scion xA
32/38 mpg
The xA is one of two models that launched an all-new brand for Toyota.
Scion is geared towards the youth market, offering highly customizable
vehicles with generous standard equipment for a value-oriented price.
Sold as the ist in Japan, the xA was introduced for sale in California
earlier in 2003. Distribution will extend to the rest of America
throughout 2004.
New for 2004
The Scion xA is an all-new model for the 2004 model year. This model
is currently only available in California.
Specifications
Engines 1.5L 108 hp I4
Transmissions 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
5-Speed Manual Overdrive
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