From fuel prices to tax credits, which hybrid pays you back?

Mazda Tribute Hybrid FWD

Base Price (inc. dest): $26,135.00
Tax Credit: $3,000.00
Adjusted MSRP: $23,135.00
Premium: $1,175.00
MPG: 34/30 (city/hwy)
MPG Benefit: 10
Combined MPG: 32
Annual Gas Cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $1,968.75
Gas Savings: $894.89
Years to Payback: 1.3
EPA Pollution Rating: 8
Compared to: 2008 Mazda Tribute i Touring
Base Price (inc. dest): $21,960.00
MPG: 20/26 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 22
Our Take: “One of the smarter hybrid deals on the market, combines low emissions, fuel savings and a significant tax credit with SUV room and convenience. Unfortunately, this model is sold in extremely limited numbers and only in California.”

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Mazda Tribute Hybrid