With gas prices skyrocketing as they have, I've considered the possibility of trading in my Jeep Liberty for the hybrid version when (if?) it is actually released.
Perhaps I should consider another option. It seems the hybrid vehicles are getting only a fraction of the mileage they are claiming to get.
If I remember correctly, Chrysler was claiming that the hybrid Liberty would get about 35 MPG. I currently get about 18. If the 60% average that other hybrids are experiencing holds true, I'd be getting about 21 MPG with the hybrid Liberty.
An extra 3 MPG sure isn't enough for me to justify the additional cost, since the hybrid is supposed to be significantly higher priced than the normal Liberty.
I guess I'll hold out for hydrogen.
Posted by geekchik at May 11, 2004 01:44 PMNot to mention, I dont' believe the hybrid is a 4X4, nor could tow much. I can't remember where I read that (Wall Street Journal I think), but according to Chrysler, the hybrid isn't for off road use.
Excuse me? WTF, it's Jeep. Apparently, you can void your warranty if you try and go off roading in a Hybrid.
Hell keep the gas engine and get a Civic or Prius for in town driving.
Posted by: James at May 12, 2004 10:03 AM