Base price: $24,545.00
Tax credit: 1,300.00
Adjusted MSRP: $23,245.00
Premium over regular version: $1,410.00
MPG: 24/32 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 27
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $2,333.33
Annual gas savings: $186.67
Years to pay back: 7.6
EPA pollution rating: N/A
Compared to: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT
Base price: $21,835.00
MPG: 22/30 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 25
Verdict: The Malibu Hybrid gives little in terms of real hybrid value, but counters that with a competitive price. Hold on tight for the Two-Mode.

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