Beyond the Prius: New 2012 Hybrid Cars
From luxury cars to SUVs — even a station wagon — the new hybrids go beyond the traditional compact car.
By Jim Motavalli
2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
The Bottom Line: $25,795
Fuel Economy: 35 city/40 highway
This impressive hybrid entry is fast gaining converts, and it's not hard to see why: The Sonata is a fully equipped, smartly designed midsized fuel sipper, comparable to but cheaper than hybrid versions of the Toyota Camry and Ford Fusion. Unlike the Honda Insight, the Sonata can run on electric power alone—and even reach 62 mph.
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