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Maybe the Volt just doesn't have the same Smug emmissions the Prius does.... Either way I think these cars are a total waste of money compared to a good ole sub-compact car. If I recall correctly the Prius starts at 22k, so basically you're paying a 6k markup over a normal sub-compact before options. When are you ever going to make up 6k or even 10k in options in gas savings? It certainly won't be before the electric motor expires in 8 years, 100,000 miles..... The Volt unfortunately is the worst offender as far price at wel over 40k sans government rebates. I know the cost of tooling these electric motors doesn't pay for themselves but I won't be interested in hybrids until electric assist is a low dollar or standard option on most cars and that may or may not ever happen. For now I'm happy with the near hybrid 39.8 MPG gallon I get in my work car Fiesta that I got for 16k out the door.
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