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Old 07-19-2010, 04:46 AM   #8 (permalink)
Laurentiu
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Originally Posted by Rokeby View Post
As an interesting sidebar, at Toyota's website,
the base model Highlander's MPG is 20/27,
(other Highlander packages get 18/24)
the Highlander Hybrid's MPG is 27/25.

What's up with the hybrid's lower highway MPG?
Well I would say and it makes sense to have higher mileage at lower speeds in the city since it can take advantage of the electric motor/start-stop/regenerative braking and other hybrid technologies for low speeds/short trips thus saving on gas...

The new Prius (T3) is also better rated in city vs. highway cycle fueleconomy.gov ratings

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Just curious: Someone was asking me for a recommendation for a hybrid for serious off-roading. Any opinions?
I agree with what's being said in this article : The Truth About 4x4 Hybrids - 4Wheel & Off-Road Magazine
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