Toyota Hybrid Cars Offer Fuel Savings For Toyota Camry Hybrid

By: Kara Gilmour
Staff Writer
Published: May 2, 2009

Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., originally launched its new 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid which has been successful for the automaker. The hybrid car has a starting price of $26,150 and gets 33-34 miles per gallon on average. While the eco-friendly vehicle doesn't offer the best MPG rating, in comparison to other Toyota automobiles, it is loaded with features and optional accessories.

While the invoice price is $26,150, the car gets over 10 mpg above fully gas-powered Toyota Camry automobiles, and has a 0 percent emissions rating. According to NADA's Fast Facts, for 2009, the price includes the green technology which delivers better than average fuel economy. The hybrid car also is equipped with luxury features found in Toyota's top-of-the-line Camry XLE model.

Fuel economy should be the main reason to buy a hybrid vehicle. Some hybrids offer up to 40 mpg, but make sure you check the specs on what you're buying. The Camry Hybrid is reliable and the price is worth the savings in gas.

If gas prices were to go up to $3.96, which most analysts predict, you will be saving $1,746 each year on fuel. If fuel prices rise again, as they did in 2008, Toyota Camry owners will be saving more each year. There are also government tax credits which can also help with additional savings.

Toyota Camry Hybrid Driving Technics Offer Additional Mileage

Changing driving habits will also increase mileage for the Camry. Some of these driving technics include coasting to red lights or stop signs, instead of immediately braking, and slowly accelerating after completing a full stop. Hybrid drivers should also keep the windows rolled up while driving on highways in an effort to make use of the vehicle's aerodynamic technology.