If your looking for value in the Hybrid segment I have spoke to a few owners of Saturn Vue Hybrids and they have nothing but positive feedback. I don't know cost but apparantly they are very inexpensive.
Personally I side with BrianT. Honda Element.
Ceuls
'07 SM - Ellipse Mirrors, Progressive 412's, Freak, Bub Exhaust, AI Removed, Summer Screen, Low-Pro Saddle
Happy Trails!
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