Automotive News’ analysis, a growing of compact hybrid mini vans’ segment – in the style of the Kia Rondo and Mazda5 – are in the works. Ford, automaker from US, planning to make compact vehicles with wagon and mini van characteristic: fuel efficient 4-cylinder engines, 3 rows of seats, and sticker prices several thousand dollars lower than those of hybrid mini vans. Ford will supply in the US market, 7-seat Ford C-Max – just little bigger than a Ford Focus – with a sticker price of about $20,000. This vehicle – 2010 C-Max – has promoted at the recent Frankfurt Auto Show. 2010 C-Max will offers us a host of new fuel efficient technologies – include 1.6 l Ford EcoBoost direct injection petrol engine.

General Motors in the same way, the company will offer the similarly small Chevy Orlando. This car also will going on the market in 2011. The Chevy Orlando will be built on the same platform as the forthcoming Chevy Volt and Chevy Cruze. One day, Chevy Orlando could be offered as family friendly plug-in hybrid, according Bob Lutz statement. He said that GM actually analyzing the adaptation of Volt technology to the upcoming Orlando.

In the interview by Automotive News, Klaus Peter Martin believes there is a market for these kinds of vehicles (hybrid mini vans). If that proves true, and then Toyota with its Toyota Wish and Honda with its Honda stream, will be available in the US market. The 1.8 liter Toyota Wish can get a fuel efficient rating of about 38 miles per gallon – Japanese test cycle. A hybrid version could break 40 miles per gallon for US shoppers, while providing seating for 7 passengers.

The main question is if the waiting list for a hybrid van would disappear if it came in the type of a minivan. Hybrid mini vans have been successful in Asia and Europe. But surveys showing to us those hybrid minivans will face a difficult period in US market. Some consumers are critical of the vehicles cargo space, legroom in a tights third row, and lack of power.

Besides Hybrid Mini Vans, there are other articles by Johan Young you may interest in reading: Automobile Gas Mileage, Different Types of Hybrid Cars, and Subaru Hybrid Car.

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Sort by:	Name	Combined MPG	Technology	MSRP	Available
	Scion xBUrban and youthful van. This hybrid vans is very good fuel efficiency for the little wagon	25 MPG	Small Car	$15,700	Now
	Mazda5The smallest hybrid vans. The first in most fuel-efficient hybrid vans on the market.	25 MPG	Small Car	$18,000	Now
	Dodge Caravan E85E85 Ethanol hybrid van	18 MPG	E85 Ethanol	$22,400	Now
	The eBoxThe conversion of the Scion xB.	n/a	Electric	$70,000	Now
	Volvo V70 Plug-in Hybrid Van This plug-in hybrid wagon produced 30 or miles of electric range.	n/a	Plug-in Hybrid	n/a	2012
	Mercury Meta OneThis hybrid run on biodiesel, has a transmission with a twin-turbocharged V-6 diesel engine.	n/a	Diesel	n/a	Concept
	Toyota Sienna Hybrid Van Beside sedan and SUV, Toyota has a market in van too. Toyota offers a hybrid minivan in Japan. Many people in US are waiting for that option.	n/a	Hybrid	n/a	Concept
	Dodge Grand Caravan Hybrid Van It’s more of a humor tha a definite release, but for Chrysler this makes sense.	n/a	Hybrid	n/a	Concep

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Thus, many manufacturers competing in this market. Hybrid minivans are great for families who need a car for daily use. With a more streamlined and appealing appearance with a distinct designs that will let your neighbors know that you possess own a hybrid.

Many car manufacturers are pouring dollars into research and development to make hybrid minivans more affordable to mass consumers and gain a larger market share in the future. Continuous innovation is the name of the game for these manufacturers if they ever want to become competitive in the future.

And now, let us look at the line-up of the top hybrid minivans models for 2009.

2009 Toyota Prius Base Hybrid Minivans

According the success of the Toyota Prius, many expect the 2009 update to be on par with the previous model.  The 2009 Prius hybrid minivans could go on sale at a tune of $22,000, which is a bargain price considering the reported 49 mpg in fuel efficiency.  The 2009 Toyota Prius Base sports a 1.5 liter, 16 valve engine running at 110 horsepower and 5000 rpm.  This hybrid minivan comes with a lot of internal options such as anti-theft and locks, vehicle stability control system, GPS Navigation, premium surround sound from JBL, MP3 player, and Bluetooth.

2009 Honda Civic Hybrid

Honda is the only other car manufacturer that offers close to minivan capacity with a hybrid engine.  That model is the 2009 Honda Civic hybrid.  This beauty sports a 1.3L, 8-valve engine running at 110hp at 6000 rpm.  The Civic hybrid model also features automatic transmission.  This Honda model is one of the few cars that can match the fuel efficiency of Toyota hybrid minivans.  At 40 miles per gallon, you can bring the Civic hybrid everywhere without worrying about gas prices.

The 2009 Honda Civic hybrid is available in Magnetic Pearl, Polished White Metallic, Alabaster Silver Metallic, Atomic Blue Metallic, and Crystal Black Pearl.

Toyota Sienna Hybrid Minivan

The 2009 Toyota Sienna Hybrid Minivan is a significant upgrade from the Toyota Estima. The 2009 Toyota Sienna is considered the first of the “true minivans” that will enter the US retail market.

The 2.4-liter, four cylinder engines is comparable to hybrid SUV engines like the 2008 Highlander and Lexus SUVs.  The Sienna can also clock up to 270 hp and a 0 to 60 mph acceleration of 8 seconds.  The four-wheel electric drive system aids the gas engine, while the aerodynamic body design minimizes the drag of the minivan for more fuel efficiency.  In addition, the insulated roof design and humidity-sensing air conditioning system further decreases fuel consumption.  With a fuel efficiency of 40 mpg, this family vehicle is definitely a must-watch for 2009.

Other Hybrid Minivans Models

If you are looking for an alternative for hybrid minivans other than Toyota Prius, your best bet is models such as the Toyota Highlander hybrid, 2009 Lexus Hybrid Sedan, or the 2009 Saturn Vue.  None of these cars offer close to the fuel efficiency that the Sienna, Prius, and the Civic offer.

Other notable hybrid models that you should watch out for are the 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid, 2009 Ford Escape hybrid, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid, and the 2009 Lexus RX 400h.

Hybrid Minivan Buying Guide And Resource

You might read relevant auto magazines or blog articles concerning hybrid minivan models if you are considering a hybrid minivan. It is important that you understand the physics behind these cars, so you have a better grasp before you buying one.

If you want to know more about hybrid minivans, you can visit YahooAuto, HybridCarsTrucksVans.com, or HybridCars.com.

Another articles by Johan Young you may interest in reading: Hybrid Car Costs, 2008 hybrid vehicles, Hybrid Tax Incentives, 2007 Hybrid Vehicles, Electric Car Windows, Fisker Karma Car, Hybrid Convertible, Chevy Hybrid Truck, Hybrid Minivan, and Honda Fit Hybrid.

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The Toyota Estima Hybrid Minivan Already in Use in Japan
In Japan, the Toyota Estima hybrid minivan has already been introduced and it is being used as well. This was introduced in Japan back in 2001 and it was the very first hybrid minivan to be created. This car looks great and it also offers great performance and fuel economy as well. This hybrid minivan was actually using a unique four wheel driving system that is totally electric. Starting price is about $32,000 in Japan. I think not bad deal for what you get from this hybrid minivan.

Union of Concerned Scientists Want Hybrid Minivans in the U.S.
Since a hybrid minivan has already been released in Japan, there are now environmental groups that want this new minivan to be sold in the US market. Reduce the amount of fuel consumed, boost fuel economy, and that the environment will be better is the main reason of the group. One group, the Union of Concerned Scientists (garnering over 18,000 signatures), has actually started a petition with Toyota to have them bring their hybrid minivan from Japan to the US as well.

Hybrid Minivan Will Help Our Financial

Having a hybrid minivan could really help out financially for those who have larger families and need the convenience of a mini van. Most minivans are very expensive to drive around with the price of gas; however, the hybrid minivan would not use as much gas, which would save many families a huge amount of money.

Another articles by Johan Young you may interest in reading: Hybrid Car Costs, 2008 hybrid vehicles, Hybrid Tax Incentives, 2007 Hybrid Vehicles, Electric Car Windows, Fisker Karma Car, Hybrid Convertible, Chevy Hybrid Truck, Hybrid Minivans, and Honda Fit Hybrid.

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