Hybrid SUVs

MSRP: $25,310 - $29,570
Invoice: $23,680 - $27,653
Fuel Economy: 30 mpg Hwy/34 mpg City

The new 2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid is Mazda's latest addition to their lineup. The Tribute's hybrid drivetrain generates 155 net horsepower and is controlled by a continuously variable automatic transmission.

MSRP: $26,505 - $28,255
Invoice: $24,879 - $26,490
Fuel Economy: 30 mpg Hwy/34 mpg City

The 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid has been redesigned with a more aggressive new grille and headlamps and has a 133-hp four-cylinder engine linked to a 70-kilowatt electric motor. The net result is 155 horsepower and acceleration similar to that of the V6.

MSRP: $27,195 - $28,945
Invoice: $25,555 - $27,164
Fuel Economy: 30 mpg Hwy/34 mpg City

The Mercury Mariner Hybrid comes with an advanced low emissions hybrid drivetrain and bold styling. The Hybrid uses a continuously variable transmission, or CVT that further enhances this hybrid's efficiency.

MSRP: $33,700 - $39,950
Invoice: $30,330 - $35,754
Fuel Economy: 25 mpg Hwy/27 mpg City

The 2008 Highlander Hybrid is almost identical to the popular Highlander SUV. The vehicle is powered by high-torque electric drive motor-generators and a 209-hp, 3.3-liter V6 engine paired with an electronically controlled CVT transmission.

MSRP: $41,280 - $42,680
Invoice: $36,737 - $37,983
Fuel Economy: 24 mpg Hwy/26 mpg City

The hybrid RX400h, based on the RX350, is a technological marvel that can run strictly on electric power (yet does not need to be plugged in), and it improves overall fuel economy as much as 30 percent.

MSRP: $49,590 - $52,395
Invoice: $46,119 - $48,727
Fuel Economy: 22 mpg Hwy/21 mpg City

The Chevrolet Tahoe is a purpose-built, full-size SUV. GM's advanced 2-mode hybrid system conserves energy by using an electrically variable transmission, a 300 volt storage system and a 332 hp 6.0L Vortec V-8 engine with Active Fuel Management.

MSRP: $50,045 - $52,855
Invoice: $46,542 - $49,155
Fuel Economy: 22 mpg Hwy/21 mpg City

The GMC Yukon Hybrid is a four-door, family-oriented SUV offering improved gas mileage. The Hybrid is able to accelerate using only the electric motor, unlike other large hybrid vehicles.

MSRP: $17,475 - $23,710
Invoice: $16,339 - $22,169
Fuel Economy: 29 mpg Hwy/23 mpg City

The Saturn VUE has evolved from generic utility device to full-fledged sport utility with the speed and luxury to match other compact SUVs. The VUE seats five passengers and is available in front- or all-wheel drive. It comes in four trims: Base, V6, Green Line, and Red Line.

MSRP: $29,735 - $38,280
Invoice: $27,802 - $35,792
Fuel Economy: 24 mpg Hwy/16 mpg City

The GMC Acadia crossover utility vehicle combines the smooth ride and responsive handling of a car with the cargo capability and high seating position of a traditional truck-based sport utility vehicle.