2008 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID
Base price: $22,600
Price, as tested: $23,270
Powertrain: 1.3-liter, four-cylinder hybrid engine; continuously variable transmission; front-wheel drive
Horsepower: 110 at 6,000 rpm
Miles per gallon (EPA): 40 city, 45 highway
2008 TOYOTA PRIUS
Base price: $21,500
Price, as tested: $29,614
Powertrain: 1.5-liter, four-cylinder hybrid engine; continuously variable transmission; front-wheel drive