Hybrid cars have become the new sensation in the motor vehicle market over the years. More manufacturers have ventured into this field, as there has been a rising demand for hybrid vehicles. Manufacturers have also responded by manufacturing more hybrids with more advanced features. This has resulted in more expensive and advanced hybrids in the market. Hybrid cars make use of two or more sources of power and the most common source of power is a combination of gasoline and electric motors. More hybrids are released into the market by the day. It is however, important to consider exactly what you want from a car before you finally make the decision to purchase one for yourself.

The Toyota Prius was among the first hybrid cars to be introduced into the market. The first car was released back in 2003 and the car was a major success. This is because the car has been able to establish itself as the most economical hybrid in the market. The company has continued to improve on the features of the car with the subsequent releases of the car. Sources reveal that the new hybrid car to be released this year by the company will be bigger and even more powerful when compared to other versions. The engine capacity has been increased from 1.5 liters to 1.8 liters. This was designed to improve the horsepower of the vehicle from 110 to about 134. The body is also expected to be about an inch wider and four inches longer. Combined with the 50 miles per gallon that the vehicle is expected to achieve, the vehicle is expected to be a sure hit in the market.

A popular name among the best new hybrid cars this year is the Honda Insight. The vehicle has a mileage of 40 mpg and costs less than 20 thousand dollars. This is about $2000 less than the popular Toyota Prius. The vehicle has been vied as thousands of dollars cheaper than most of the other similar cars in the market, has a crisper look and provides a more enjoyable and agile ride than most of the other cars in the market. The only drawback that most people note about this car is the fact that it is smaller compared to the Prius and it may not allow the passengers at the back to sit comfortably.

Other players that are bound to rock the hybrid market this year include Ford, which was awarded the North American car award of the year in 2010. This should leave you with ample choice to shop for your hybrid car.