You don't like 4 cylinders but you're fave car was the Volt?
My concern about these hybrids, as with most people, would be the initial cost plus the replacement cost of the batteries($$)....there goes all the money I saved on fuel. The other thing is, lets say I decide to trade my hybrid in for a newer model in say 5-6 yrs. You KNOW the salesman is going to say, "we can't give you much on your trade in, the batteries are almost done". Imo the return on the initial sticker price and future expense of hybrid/electric vehicles, does not offset the savings in fuel at the present time.
Honestly, any well designed 4 banger in a lighter vehicle should get decent mileage. I was impressed with the '11 Sonata myself, excellent fuel economy, roomy, nice handling with plenty of power at a reasonable price compared to other cars in it's class. There's some good 6's out there with good economy and power too.
