Affordable New 2011 Hybrid Cars
Several new hybrid cars are set to debut this year, helping to expand the collective pool of fuel-sipping green machines from which to choose. Of course, a number of long-term favorites also return with solid reputations for a reduced carbon footprint. Review this full list of affordable new 2011 hybrid cars to review your eco-friendly vehicle options for the year.
New 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid
The 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid debuted to a landslide of favorable reviews from the car community. For 2011, the Fusion receives few updates and maintains an impressive 41 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. Its conventional styling and luxurious interior help set is apart from hybrid leaders such as the Toyota Prius. Base MSRP comes in at $28,100.
New 2011 Honda Civic Hybrid
The new 2011 Honda Civic Hybrid delivers the classic appeal of a Civic with the benefit of 40+ mpg. The Civic Hybrid is one of the best-selling hybrid models from previous years. Base MSRP comes in at $23,950.
New 2011 Honda CR-Z
The Honda CR-Z is an all-new hybrid entrant that promises to deliver a sport driving experience while still sipping fuel at a rate of 35 mpg in the city and 39 mpg on the highway. With a base MSRP of $19,200, the CR-Z will also be one of the most affordable hybrids for the year.
New 2011 Honda Insight
The Honda Insight returns for its sophomore year with the chief advantage of affordability. A base MSRP below $20,000 undercuts the similarly styled Toyota Prius. Fuel efficiency is estimated at 40 mpg in the city and 43 mpg on the highway. Starting MSRP should be around $20,000.
New 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
The all-gas 2011 Hyundai Sonata has already been released to much fan fare. With completely new styling, the vehicle is now said to compete admirably with the best sedans on the market. The Sonata Hybrid is set to debut next year with a pre-EPA estimate of around 40 mpg combined. Starting MSRP is estimated to be around $25,000.Â
New 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid
The Kia Optima promises to be the Korean nameplate's first hybrid vehicle. Given that the completely redesigned all-gas Optima boasts the same powertrain as the Hyundai Sonata, it is likely that the hybrid model will receive the same 40-mpg engine as the soon-to-be-released Sonata Hybrid. The Kia Optima Hybrid's estimated MSRP should be around $25,000.Â
New 2011 Mercury Milan Hybrid
The Mercury Milan Hybrid returns as the corporate cousin to the Ford Fusion. With a base MSRP of $28,180, the Milan is slightly more expensive than the Fusion. Additional standard features help justify the price increase.
New 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid
The Nissan Altima hybrid is available in a handful of states. It promises Nissan's classic attention to styling while offering 33 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. The green machine is competitively priced at $26,780.New 2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid
The Camry Hybrid returns to compete with such conventional mid-size hybrids as the Ford Fusion and Nissan Altima. At a base price of $26,575, the hybrid version of the Camry is only nominally more expensive than the traditional gas engine model.
New 2011 Toyota Prius
The best-selling hybrid of all-time returns to offer its quirky aerodynamic design and industry-leading 50 mpg combined. A base price of $22,800 also helps keep the Toyota Prius within the price range of most car shoppers.