Toyota Prius gets great mileage and is electric, why aren’t hybrids the best option?
The Prius is a combination gas engine and electric motor system. The electric motor is primarily there to enhance the miles per gallon during idling and short slow speed trips. The EPA reports an increase of 8-12 mpg, providing an average of 36 mpg. On electric power, the Prius only has a 14 mile travel range. • I’d consider buying an electric car when they have same range as a gas car. Currently there are electric cars that have travel ranges between 150 and 250 miles per charge. These new cars are in limited production and cost between $85-160,000.
