Are All Hybrid Cars the Same?

Here is a compilation of the more popular hybrid carsPilot. It has been noted to have really low emissions
available in the market. A who's who in hybrids, listedand efficient injection. It incorporates the VCM system
here are some of the key features of the notable(which stands for Variable Cylinder Management), a
ones when it comes to hybrid technology.system that increases mileage conversely proportional
Toyota is recognized by many to be leading thewith fuel consumption.
innovations and setting the trends for hybrid technology
in automobiles. So let us take a look first at ToyotaA Hybrid SUV and Hybrid Sedan from Saturn
hybrid cars.Saturn has two editions from its hybrid stable: the VUE
Toyota's VersionsGreen Line Hybrid SUV and the Aura Green Line
The Toyota Camry 2008 hybrid has all the safety andHybrid sedan. The SUV is guaranteed to deliver better
fuel efficiency that this model is known for. At 34 milesmileage, purportedly 20% more, compared to its other
to the gallon along the highways, the Camry Hybridconventional VUE counterparts. The Aura Hybrid, on
delivers the fuel efficiency and low emission levelsthe other hand, has one of the lowest prices for hybrid
expected of hybrids.sedans in the market and acceptable EPA ratings of
The Prius, on the other hand, is considered by many28 miles per gallon for city driving and 35 miles to the
hybrid lovers as the lowest-priced hybrid compactgallon on the highway.
there is. Introduced to America around ten years ago,Volkswagen, Too?
the Prius Hybrid has been resilient in staying on theYes, Volkswagen Hybrids are also available. And why
popularity charts as far as hybrids are concerned. Withnot? Volkswagen is also one committed,
the highest fuel efficiency ratings and most reasonableenvironmentally responsible company. This German
prices, the Prius Hybrid takes the credit.carmaker is working on the Jetta Hybrid with its small
In addition to these sedans, Toyota includes in its lineupengine that delivers great power with the assistance
the 2008 Highlander Hybrid and Hybrid Limited, a greatof a twin charger that will ensure high fuel-efficiency
SUV hybrid; then there are the hybrid minivans, theand low emission.
Estima, Sienna, and Previa hybrids.The Touran HyMotion from Volkswagen is
experimenting along the hydrogen fuel cell lines. These
Honda's Entriesfuel cells ensure economy and efficiency as no fossil
The Civic Hybrid 2007 model has a VTEC engine,fuels are used to drive the HyMotion. Zero emission is
supported by an electric motor that delivers the powerachieved, as water is the only by-product waste in the
without the attendant fuel consumption. It has theprocess of harnessing hydrogen and oxygen to
standard Honda exterior design and instrumentation.generate the power. Volkswagen is also reportedly
The Accord Hybrid is the more luxurious stablemate ofworking on a hybrid version of the popular Golf series,
the Civic. Its VTEC and CVT features deliver one ofagain featuring lesser fuel consumption levels.
power and torque, and it has achieved notable EPAAnd last but not the least, a hybrid convertible?
ratings for fuel efficiency and gas emissions.Yes there is one: the Saab Hybrid convertible,
The original Honda hybrid, the Honda Insight, is anotherincorporating the Saab Bio-Power concept for fuel
highly efficient Honda gas-electric combo hybridsavings and better renewable energy harnessing.
vehicle. It maintains Honda's looks and innovations.With all these hybrid cars in the market, the choice is
Honda's line up includes an SUV, in this case the Hondayours.