New Hybrid Cars for 2011

Kia Optima Hybrid
Like its South Korean cousin Hyundai, Kia is jumping into the hybrid market with its first alternative power train. Similar to the one used by Hyundai, the basic power train has been tweaked by Kia's engineers to give the car a distinctive feel on the road. Economy has always been one of Kia's strong points, and the Optima is no different; its fuel-economy numbers should reach into the 40-m.p.g. range. Official prices have not been announced yet, but they should start at around $28,000.

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