Depends...on what type of Hybrid Some are more some arnt.
Hybrid cars cost more to maintain than a conventional car. You can get more information about this at www.hybridcars.com/cars.html Hybrid cars are a bit more to maintain than a conventional gas powered. The cost will come down as the technology becomes more widespread.
It depends on the type of Hybrid. A Hybrid HUMVEE for example still gets poor gas milage compared to a regular non-hybrid Honda Civic. However, a hybrid version of ANY car will be more fuel efficient than their non-hybrid types. It just depends on each individual car's ability.
The reasons behind this cost are because the hybrid technology is still relatively new and the cost production is high. As they become more prevalent, the price will drop.
Making a financial decision over whether to buy a hybrid or a conventional car is a matter of comparing the difference in price and the expected improved mileage you may get by driving a hybrid vehicle. Hybrids tend to cost about 20% more than the same non-hybrid model car. Depending on your driving habits, you might get 10-30 percent more mpg in a hybrid.
In the future, hybrid cars will cost roughly the same to repair, as there will be many more on the road.
Are you out there trying to find the best hybrid vehicles up for purchase? If so, there are a few designs you should consider. The Ford Escape Hybrid will cost you around $30,000 and is a great deal. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid is another popular hybrid car of choice. This hybrid is a bit more expensive and will cost you around $40,000. It is more powerful than the Ford hybrid though.
no they cost more
If you are looking for more information on what is the cost of a new hybrid car, the best place to look for the information is on www.motortrend.com/new_cars/27/hybrid_cars/
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The cost of a hybrid car is about 30% more than a conventional vehicle. Please see the following for additional information: www.alternate-energy-sources.com/hybrid-cars.html -
The Hyundai Sonata. It's better on fuel than most vehicles. There is a chart of non-hybrid cars listed at this website that cab tell you a little more information on pricing: http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/122419/20110314/hybrid-vehicles-non-hybrid-chevrolet-volt-toyota-prius-honds-ford-nissan-hyundai-lincoln.htm
Hybrids are more efficient and more friendly to the environment. Hybrids cost more.