November 21st, 2008
Holiday Gift Guide 2008: Best cars, trucks, minivans, SUVs and hybrids
The auto industry may be in a tizzy, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get a great deal on a new vehicle. And who doesn’t love a little holiday cheer in the form of a four-wheel gift? Here are 2008’s best cars, trucks, minivans, SUVs and hybrids.
Best Green Car: Toyota Prius
The hybrid Prius is still the best such car out there, despite the introduction of several new hybrid models this year. Why? It’s all about the numbers: the Prius’ 44 mpg overall is still the best of any five-passenger car. Add reliability, versatility and a $24,000 price tag, and we’d go green, too.
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Runner up: Honda Fit [review] [compare] [manuf.]
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