Ford Escape Hybrid
Ford is preparing to release a gas-electric hybrid version of its Escape SUV. It has an "EPA estimated fuel-economy rating of between 35 and 40 miles per gallon, or more than 50 percent better than its conventional SUV."

I'm glad to see other automakers stepping up and producing hybrid vehicles, especially ones that are larger than the Toyota and Honda models. However, I think the $27,000 price tag seems a little high for a small, American-made SUV. I guess I'll just have to wait for Volkwagen to crank one out.