Toyota’s Prius has long been hailed as the king of hybrid cars, offering exceptional fuel economy at a modest price point. When I tested the plug-in hybrid version last year, it gave this highly esteemed vehicle a taste of pure electric power.
Today, there are more hybrid cars than ever before — which is great, given the recent volatility in gas prices. With more competition, there’s added pressure to prove the value of choosing a hybrid over the alternatives.
