There is a lot to compromise and consider when buying a hybrid car. A hybrid can cost $2,000 to $10,000 more than a comparable conventional vehicle. It is well known that to help with this initial cost, and to encourage people to buy hybrids, the Government offers incentives and tax breaks. There are standards for which hybrid cars have to qualify just for you to get a tax deduction including averaging at least 45 miles per gallon and complying with higher emission standards. If you are concerned about these costs and getting a tax break you really do have to look into this. Not all hybrid auto's meet these standards and the tax break vary's from state to sate.



Preliminary research has shown that hybrid drivers make fewer insurance claims. That is being reflected in insurance premiums .A quick phone call to your insurance agency can inform you about these costs.

On another note,Consumer advocate testing has shown that hybrid savings in fuel economy usually fails to offset the extra purchase price. Isn't that the number one reason why most people want to buy a hybrid.

Having a quiet engine is a cool feature, until someone walks behind you as your backing because they can't hear your engine running. Currently hybrids don't come with alot options. Regular options are popular and expected,like lighted vanity mirrors,more trunk space,power windows and rear window wipers.

Manufacturers, like Toyota, Honda and Ford, must feel confident about their cars because they offer up to 8 and 10 year warranties on hybrid-specific components.

Facts to consider are that green cars use more energy to produce, are harder to dispose of, their fuel economy claims have been doubted and the higher costs of buying and maintaining one are real.

Automobile sales dictate that we like our high powered cars with lots of options. Hybrids have a futuristic look and appear to be small. Hybrid sales indicate that we are not ready to give in to high gas prices and compromise to the smaller,less powerful green cars.

Everyone likes the idea of hybrid cars,taking care of the environment and saving money. Todays Hybrid cars don't seem to fit that scenario. Today's drivers are not all that excited about making the many compromises to drive a hybrid automobile.