Credit: $3,150
Status: Over the 60,000 limit; Prius credits will scale down to $1,575 in October, 2006 and $788 in April of 2007.
Pros: Real world fuel economy of around 45 miles per gallon, rated at 60 in the city and 51 on the highway. Hatchback utility, futuristic design and a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV) rating.
Cons: A bit slow after initial acceleration, virtually impossible to buy without paying sticker price or higher. Is it possible that the Prius is too trendy?