2007 was a great year for Hybrid cars. A hybrid automobile is a vehicle that is powered by a combination of normal gasoline fueled and a rechargeable energy system. Such hybrid cars are low-polluting and consume much smaller amounts of gasoline compared to traditional cars with internal combustion engines. The big difference between hybrids and electric cars is that hybrid cars can recharge their electric batteries by using the combustion engine to generate energy, while the electric cars rely only on batteries charge by an external source. Hybrid vehicles bring you the best of both worlds. Most hybrids still use gasoline as their main source of fuel, but the latest 2007 models include new technologies such as the use of ethanol and hydrogen …show more content…
This model features aerodynamic new styling that is both athletic and elegant. Toyota has increased the body strength and safety features. The hybrid version of Camry is considered as Toyota's most balanced example in this field. The electric motor is paired with a moderately-sized 4-cylinder engine in an attempt to evenly spread the benefits between speed and savings. The Camry Hybrid has a rock solid 187 horsepower, reaches 100km/h (0-62 mph) in just 7.7 seconds and consumes only one gallon per 30 miles. The design of the Camry is drastically improved compared to previous versions of the model as it is now clean, sharp and aerodynamic (0.28 Cd). Safety is a top priority as the engineers from Toyota have implemented not two but seven airbags: fronts (dual-stage), sides, curtains, and a bonus knee bag for the driver. There is a tire pressure monitor and Daytime Running Lights. Once again, Toyota is offering four Camry models. The basic one costs only $18,890 with manual gears, $19,940 with automatic gear box. The basic model is designated as "CE" and features power windows / locks / mirrors, MP3 CD stereo with Aux jack and steering wheel controls. The top model is XLE, available only as automatic, has alloy wheels, heated mirrors, JBL stereo, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather steering wheel, wood trim,