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Originally Posted by basjoos
...since the auto manufacturers need to recoup the money invested in developing their hybrid systems, they will never field a non-hybrid variant of their hybrid model that would get a mileage even close to that of the hybrid, otherwise people would be less likely to spend the extra money for the hybrid. They will always handicap their non-hybrid offerings by giving it shorter gearing and worse aerodynamics so the hybrid will be the mpg star of their lineup.
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here where you can compare the Auris Hybrid, Petrol and Diesel models. The economy is in l/100km and yes, the Hybrid wins on urban consumption and loses out on extra-urban.
It also gives you other specs including weight and capacities. Enjoy.