Best Hybrid Cars of 2009 and 2010

Exclusive summary about Best Hybrid Cars of 2009 and 2010 by Elizabeth D Nichols

The best hybrid cars of 2009 are even better in 2010. If you focus on simply getting the best fuel economy, the Toyota Prius is absolutely the best hybrid car for you. If you wouldn't mind splitting the difference between power and fuel economy, the Mercury Milan Hybrid and the Ford Fusion Hybrid are cool with attractive styling, around 40 mpg in-town, and a great driving experience.

If qualification for hybrid tax credit is considered as a factor in the competition for best hybrid cars, then some of the favorite models, such as the Prius, Camry and Civic, will no longer qualify. This is the qualifying 2009 hybrid car tax credit chart from the IRS site:

Chrysler Aspen Hybrid-- $2200 tax credit
Dodge Durango Hybrid-- $2200 tax credit
Ford Escape Hybrid, 2 WD-- $ 3000 tax credit
Ford Escape Hybrid, 4 WD-- $1950 tax credit
Mazda Tribute Hybrid, 2 WD-- $3000 tax credit
Mazda Tribute Hybrid, 4 WD-- $1950 tax credit
Mercury Mariner Hybrid, 2 WD-- $3000 tax credit
Mercury Mariner Hybrid, 4 WD-- $1950 tax credit
Nissan Altima Hybrid-- $2350 tax credit

The Ins and Outs of the Hybrid Car Tax Rebate

Exclusive summary about Hybrid Car Tax Rebate by Ronnie Taggy

Hybrid technology lets owners to drive an extra 30 miles to every gallon of fuel. The most obvious upside to the hybrid car is when the car stops idles the car, the hybrid car switches from combustion to electric energy immediately. The car doesn't stop running, the hybrid car actually keeps running on electricity alone. Without a doubt that hybrid cars are environmentally friendly.

The tax break for owning a hybrid car also varies based on the amount of gasoline the hybrid will conserve over its lifetime in comparison to a similar car with a combustion engine. It is a fact that hybrids carry a big price tag.