Comments on: Hybrids Still Lead on MPG, According to 2008 EPA Numbers

By: drumbum

drumbum — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 20:49:52 +0000

If two cars are each carrying one person, the MPG matters and it is the size of the car that is meaningless. It all depends on your goal for the comparison.

By: iosagiuergt

iosagiuergt — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:50:01 +0000

blah blah blah blah blah bblah talk talk talk talk talk talk is all you say!!

By: Kelly

Kelly — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 00:41:13 +0000

As an average what is the percentage of decreased fuel usage from a hybrid-electric when compared to the average four cyclinder car with an ICE? Is it say 'the average Hybrid uses 40% less fuel' or the like?

Above it states: According to the EPA, diesel-powered vehicles typically get 30–35% more miles per gallon than comparable vehicles powered by gasoline.

Its odd that there is no similar statement to do with Hybrids given the nature of this website.

By: Sarah Linden

Sarah Linden — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 14:23:19 +0000

Why are the hybrids droping so much more than other vehicles.

By: David

David — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 23:08:18 +0000

Probably a bit late for my reply but, yes and no. As a general rule, the Prius works best in stop go city driving. The difference is not that great though. I drive roughly the same distance as you do, one way, with the majority being on the highway – about 70%. But this depends on how you drive too. I drive carefully, but not enough to hold up traffic or anything like that, and I get around 52mpg. In fact, on the first tank after I picked it up I got 52mpg….and I wasn’t really trying. I hope that helps….and it’s not too late. Good luck

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 31 May 2008 14:08:59 +0000

1. TOTAL cost to replace batteries (parts & labor) at dealer OUT of warranty ON2008- 2009 HYBIRDS;
2. Ever COVERED on 2008- 2009 HYBRIDS?
3. To what MILEAGES/ YEARS TOTAL REPLACEMENT (PARTS & LABOR) OF BATTERIES on 2008-2009 HYBRIDS covered? Thanks.

Please respond directly:

Dr. David N. Penton aaacllinic@bellsouth.net
(228) 238-1481
1711 Graveline Road Gautier MS 39553- 7633- 11
05- 31- 08 SAT 9: 09 A.M.

By: princess31

princess31 — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 20:14:46 +0000

I am looking into purchasing a prius, but am uncertain that that I am getting correct information. I drive 45 miles one way on the highway to work, do you still get great gas mileage if you do mostly highway driving?

By: Hal Howell

Hal Howell — Sat, 08 Dec 2007 07:31:16 +0000

I bought my ’07 Prius in May and so far haven’t gotten 43MPG. My highest was 53.7 on the highway driving 60mph. Even at 70 mph I still got 47.3! I don’t understand why people slam the Prius. Everyone complains about foreign oil dependency and here is a car that actually delivers on its promise of fuel economy. Not only is it economical but I got it nicely optioned for $24,000. Without a doubt it is the best car I have ever owned. I would buy it again. The quality is outstanding and it has been highly rated for the last 3 years.Regardless of where you stand on man-made global warming (a scam) the Prius and Honda CIVIC Hybrids are fantastic cars and while the technology may seem new, it works and is affordable.
I’m currently trying an experiment to see if I can drive all month on a single fill-up.

By: Arlo

Arlo — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 23:23:06 +0000

Finally, the MPG ratings are adjusted so hybrids won't be unfairly slammed for having inflated ratings!

I have a lifetime MPG of about 41.5 on my 2004 Civic hybrid, so this seems just about right.

By: Paul Rivers

Paul Rivers — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 21:17:29 +0000

Yeah, I keep hearing how diesel engines are “more efficient per gallon” and everyone gets all excited, but I think they’re totally missing the question of “Do they pollute more per mile driven?”.