Re: Hybrids plug-in... Toyota Prius gets up to 180
As James has pointed out, a plug-in hybrid really is the best of all worlds. For those who really like filling up with gasoline - they can continue to do that, and only have to suffer along with a bit better gas mileage. For those willing to skip filling up at the gas station, and choose the more convenient, cleaner, cheaper and easier option of plugging the car in each night - the reward of significant clean, quiet ZEV range is at your fingertips. Need to drive beyond your battery range? Just don't stop, and the gas motor fires up when needed. Yes, it will cost more initially - but not nearly as much as adding the DVD option to your SUV.
Most people will find that their daily trips can be 100% battery, and that the ICE is only needed for the rare, longer trips. Using battery for all the cold-start, short trips will save significan pollution.