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Last night I was half asleep when I think I saw a new
VW commercial pitting the new VW Jetta TDI against
hybrids. Essentially, the commercial portrays the TDI
as a very fuel efficient vehicle - just like a hybrid
- but an efficient car with real power, unlike wimpy hybrid
cars.
I laughed. It's a funny commercial and I'm sure it
will resonate with hybrid haters. Still, it's a joke,
if fuel economy is your priority.
Both the new
Prius and the latest TDI cost about the same. Yet,
according to the EPA, the TDI achieves 30/41 mpg,
city/highway. The 2010 Prius will achieve about 50 mpg
on both cycles. Thus, unless your commutes are at
constant speeds without any stop signs, street lights,
traffic, etc., the Prius is going to achieve far
better fuel economy than the TDI.
Of course, the TDI will make you feel more manly. I
guess that's worth something to some people.
Labels: Hybrid Vehicles, toyota prius
