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 technologyA Hybrid SUV and Hybrid Sedan from Saturn
in automobiles. So let us take a look first at ToyotaSaturn has two editions from its hybrid stable: the VUE
hybrid cars.Green Line Hybrid SUV and the Aura Green Line
Toyota's VersionsHybrid sedan. The SUV is guaranteed to deliver better
The Toyota Camry 2008 hybrid has all the safety andmileage, purportedly 20% more, compared to its other
fuel efficiency that this model is known for. At 34 milesconventional VUE counterparts. The Aura Hybrid, on
to the gallon along the highways, the Camry Hybridthe other hand, has one of the lowest prices for hybrid
delivers the fuel efficiency and low emission levelssedans in the market and acceptable EPA ratings of
expected of hybrids.28 miles per gallon for city driving and 35 miles to the
The Prius, on the other hand, is considered by manygallon on the highway.
hybrid lovers as the lowest-priced hybrid compactVolkswagen, Too?
there is. Introduced to America around ten years ago,Yes, Volkswagen Hybrids are also available. And why
the Prius Hybrid has been resilient in staying on thenot? Volkswagen is also one committed,
popularity charts as far as hybrids are concerned. Withenvironmentally responsible company. This German
the highest fuel efficiency ratings and most reasonablecarmaker is working on the Jetta Hybrid with its small
prices, the Prius Hybrid takes the credit.engine that delivers great power with the assistance
In addition to these sedans, Toyota includes in its lineupof a twin charger that will ensure high fuel-efficiency
the 2008 Highlander Hybrid and Hybrid Limited, a greatand low emission.
SUV hybrid; then there are the hybrid minivans, theThe Touran HyMotion from Volkswagen is
Estima, Sienna, and Previa hybrids.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.