Thanks for the kind words and support! All vehicles come to us through the manufacturer media fleets, at no charge. We've never reviewed a rental car, nor relied on a dealers lot for a review. We spent over $4,000 on gasoline alone last year for the test vehicles and countless hours keeping them clean.
We have a 2008 model, 6 yrs old, not one problem yet, smooth riding, very powerfull, Quiet, So far we are very happy with it. It gets about 38-39 m.p.g on the hwy. Glad i got it, i would buy another.
There are many variables, with yearly mileage and fuel prices having the most impact. It all depends on the specific situation. The argument could be made that all cars are a waste of money if you buy them new, rather than buying a previously owned vehicle, after the big hit of depreciation. Hybrids do not need to be junked after ten years. Battery replacement costs are headed downward.
Dan, where do you get your cars? Do you have to pay to rent them? or is it some sort of deal like "You do a good review on the car, we lend it to you for free."? You do many reviews, so I just want to know if you have to pay for them. By the way, you have been awesome with replying to my questions, just saying. Thanks so much for the replies in the past!
I read in the newspaper today about people suing ford for false mpg numbers, as much as 27% incorrect! on the fusion and the new c-max, O C register 4/24/13 issue.
When you say "the manufacturer media fleets," what do you mean by that? For example, when you reviewed this car, how did you get it through the "toyota media fleet?" I am guessing that's what it'd be called...
Thanks for the kind words and support! All vehicles come to us through the manufacturer media fleets, at no charge. We've never reviewed a rental car, nor relied on a dealers lot for a review. We spent over $4,000 on gasoline alone last year for the test vehicles and countless hours keeping them clean.
We have a 2008 model, 6 yrs old, not one problem yet, smooth riding, very powerfull, Quiet, So far we are very happy with it. It gets about 38-39 m.p.g on the hwy. Glad i got it, i would buy another.
David Hatchel how much did you get it for?
There are many variables, with yearly mileage and fuel prices having the most impact. It all depends on the specific situation.
The argument could be made that all cars are a waste of money if you buy them new, rather than buying a previously owned vehicle, after the big hit of depreciation.
Hybrids do not need to be junked after ten years. Battery replacement costs are headed downward.
Dan, where do you get your cars? Do you have to pay to rent them? or is it some sort of deal like "You do a good review on the car, we lend it to you for free."? You do many reviews, so I just want to know if you have to pay for them. By the way, you have been awesome with replying to my questions, just saying. Thanks so much for the replies in the past!
@mpgomatic Do you have an updated version of this video for the 2011 model?
I read in the newspaper today about people suing ford for false mpg numbers, as much as 27% incorrect! on the fusion and the new c-max, O C register 4/24/13 issue.
@joewillgo We haven't reviewed the 2011 Camry Hybrid. For comparison, you might want to check out our Ford Fusion Hybrid Review.
When you say "the manufacturer media fleets," what do you mean by that? For example, when you reviewed this car, how did you get it through the "toyota media fleet?" I am guessing that's what it'd be called...
Mister Toyota ,can you send few of those in Europe ,I will be able to fit my family in it...
Sorry the prius & auris are to small and to SLOW ...
ahaaha If you do the math.. The accord V6 Hybrid was 20% More efficient thn the camry hybrid!!!
iLyVTEC
If they did... it would have 140 HP -_-
rev up your engine!!!!!!!
camry same as owning a H2?.....BULLSHIT!