The Honda Civic Hybrid vs. The Honda Civic Now in its second generation, the Honda Civic Hybrid is one of the least expensive hybrid vehicles available. It's one of the few hybrids that achieves better fuel mileage on the the highway than in the city. Make Honda Honda Model Civic Hybrid Civic Ex Sdn. Starting Price $22,150 Civic Ex Auto: $19,260 Technical Specifications Engine Size 1.3L Inline 4-cylinder 1.8L Inline 4-cylinder Horsepower 110hp 140hp Torque 123 lb-ft 128 lb-ft Transmission CVT 5-Speed Auto Fuel Economy 49 mpg city 51 mpg highway 30 mpg city 40 mpg highway Fuel Costs Per Year* $876 $1288 Performance 0-60mph 11.3 sec (autos.msn.com) 8.2 (autos.msn.com)

*Fuel costs are according to EPA estimates. They are based on 15,000 miles per year with gas costing $2.91 per gallon.