Yes, a picture certainly can be worth a thousand words--take a gander at these reviews and photos for a first-hand look at the hybrids that are currently available. Armed with fuel economy ratings, MSRP and the low-down from the About.com test drive crew, a little armchair shopping will prepare you for getting the best vehicle to fit your lifestyle and budget.
1. 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid
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The ultimate fun factor machine with a clean, green streak.
Base price: $24,990
Front Wheel Drive: 41 city/36 highway
Base price: $24,990
Front Wheel Drive: 41 city/36 highway
2. 2007 Lexus RX 400h
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Toyota's upscale Lexus line offers this luxurious hybrid SUV.
Base price: $41,180 - $42,580
Front Wheel Drive: 32 city/27 highway
Four Wheel Drive: 31 city/27 highway
Base price: $41,180 - $42,580
Front Wheel Drive: 32 city/27 highway
Four Wheel Drive: 31 city/27 highway
3. 2007 Toyota Prius Touring Edition
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This is the hybrid that everyone loves and the one that put hybrids on the map.
Base Price: $22,175 – 23,070
Front wheel drive: 60 city/51 highway
Base Price: $22,175 – 23,070
Front wheel drive: 60 city/51 highway
4. 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid
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It's the Prius' big brother--a little more luxo, but with all the same oomph.
Base Price: $26,200
Front Wheel Drive: 40 city/38 highway
Base Price: $26,200
Front Wheel Drive: 40 city/38 highway
5. 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid
photo © Honda Motor Co.
Take the outrageously popular Civic, pop in a hybrid drive train and you get magic.
Base price: $22,600
Front wheel drive: 49 city/51 highway
Base price: $22,600
Front wheel drive: 49 city/51 highway
6. 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid
photo © Ford Motor Co.
Take the name literally--go ahead and escape in this nimble and thrifty little SUV.
Base Price: $25,655 - $27,260
Front Wheel Drive: 36 city/31 highway
Four Wheel Drive: 32 city/29 highway
Base Price: $25,655 - $27,260
Front Wheel Drive: 36 city/31 highway
Four Wheel Drive: 32 city/29 highway
7. 2007 GMC Sierra Classic Hybrid truck
photo © General Motors Corp.
The mild hybrid drive train under this GMC's hood helps take the edge off the thirsty V-8.
Base price: $26,555 - $32,025
Front wheel drive: 17-18 city/19-21 highway
Base price: $26,555 - $32,025
Front wheel drive: 17-18 city/19-21 highway
8. 2007 Lexus GS 450h
photo © Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales
This classy Lexus sedan offers comfort and luxury with the added bonus of hybrid efficiency.
Base Price: $54,900
Front or all wheel drive: 28 city/27 highway
Base Price: $54,900
Front or all wheel drive: 28 city/27 highway
9. 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
photo © Toyota
It's luxurious, it's classy, it's popular ... and now it's hybrid.
Base price: $32,490 - $36,550
Front Wheel Drive: 32 city/27 highway
Four Wheel Drive: 31 city/27 highway
Base price: $32,490 - $36,550
Front Wheel Drive: 32 city/27 highway
Four Wheel Drive: 31 city/27 highway
10. 2007 Honda Accord Hybrid
photo © Honda Motor Co.
Among the best-selling sedans ever made, now it's even better in hybrid trim.
Base price: $33,090
Front wheel drive: 28 city/35 highway
Base price: $33,090
Front wheel drive: 28 city/35 highway