[dennisw]

I have the car I need and like. But if someone gave me $30000 that I had to spend on an automobile. I would buy a plug-in hybrid. These have smaller and lighter batteries. Smaller ranges on electric. 40-100 miles.

With these you do not need to buy a $2000 home charging station. Instead, you plug it into a 220 volt outlet at night and whenever you are home. This 70 mile range will get you around town and to your job. And you always have your gasoline powered engine in reserve and for long trips.
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2023 Toyota Prius Prime
$32,350 | Overall Score: 8.1/10
The Toyota Prius is synonymous with efficiency, and the plug-in hybrid Prime model is a sharp, well-equipped package that stands out among its peers with an affordable price, comfortable cabin and solid list of features. It’s fully redesigned for 2023 with better efficiency, more power and fresh styling.

With an electric range of 44 miles and an EPA rating of 52 mpg combined with the gas engine in use, the Prius Prime is simply one of the most efficient cars you can get at its price. A 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, two electric motors and a lithium-ion battery pack produce 220 horsepower. Front-wheel drive and a continuously variable automatic transmission come standard.

[exnavy]

I payed $3,200 for my 1997 ford ranger ten years ago. Runs like a top, i can do most upkeep myself. I think i’ll keep it.

[Adder]

you plug it into a 220 volt outlet at night

How many of those do you have? I only have 2. One for the stove and one for the dryer.

[Baldwin77]

44 miles ????? What a joke.

[JimRed]

With an electric range of 44 miles and an EPA rating of 52 mpg combined with the gas engine in use, the Prius Prime is simply one of the most efficient cars you can get at its price.

All it needs is a couple of bumper stickers...Bernie for POTUS and TRUMP SUX, and maybe ABORT! ABORT! ABORT! and you're ready to go!