Quote Originally Posted by Beskar View Post
What is strange is your comparisons. You can see the companies trying to purposefully fiddle the consumer with "Hybrid extras". Compare across company, for example SMART do both Electric and Hybrid cars. How much are they compared to your Ford Vector? I believe they are cheaper.
There is nothing strange about his comparisons. Smart Cars only come in 1.0L ICE over here. And what is a Ford Vector? You need to look at the US-specific websites for various auto makers. You will find that models offered are very different.

Hybrids are not worth it. Pure electrics would be better for short, in-town commuting, but they just aren't widely available, and without the range/quick recharge, they will not be practical for many Americans. We would do better to just downsize out of the SUV insanity and get more fuel efficient sedans/coupes.