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Economical
Issues
The hybrids are
capable of offering superior fuel efficiency and help
protect the environment, why is it then that people do
not drive many of there cars? The price of the electric
and hybrid vehicles plays a vital role to why some
consumers are changing their minds. The following chart
provides a comparison of several vehicles and their
prices.
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2003 Toyota
Prius |
$20,480 |
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2003 Camry LE |
$20,285 |
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2003 Honda Insight |
$19,080 |
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2003 Volkswagen GTI |
19,065 |
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2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse |
$18,137 |
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2003 Celica GT |
$17,790 |
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2003 Corolla LE Sedan |
$15,965 |
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2003 Chevrolet Cavalier |
$14,030 |
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2003 Hyundai Accent |
$9,499 |
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2003 Kia Rio |
$9,250 |
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*prices in
USD, Source: carpoint.com |
A simple price tag comparison yields a result that leaves
customers not wanting to buy the Toyota Prius or the
Honda Insight. Some people obviously choose a more fun
car to drive, like the Volkswagen GTI or the
Mitsubishi Eclipse, instead of the environmentally
friendly Prius or Insight.
Most people do not realize a very simple fact that a
Toyota Prius actually pays for itself, by saving you
money on gasoline costs. The following example
demonstrates how you can save $109 on a return trip
from
Ottawa to
Toronto, Canada.
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Toyota Prius |
Ford Expedition |
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Efficiency |
22.1km/l |
5.52km/l |
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Distance |
800km |
800km |
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Litres |
36.2 |
145 |
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Cost |
$36 |
$145 |
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Save |
$109 |
*Images &
Data source: carpoint.com
On a much broader example, it is quite possible that you
can save enough money to eventually fully pay for your
Toyota Prius.
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