Toyota Estima Hybrid, a hybrid minivan in Japan
Why don't they release hybrid minivans in the US? I would think they would be a big hit with the 'soccer mom' crowd, but perhap...
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Why don't they release hybrid minivans in the US? I would think they would be a big hit with the 'soccer mom' crowd, but perhaps I'm a little behind the times.
My theory is the SUVs are simply more popular in the US and so automakers, who are looking to sell as may hybrids as possible, have looked to SUVs rather than minivans as the best outlet for hybrid technology. The same goes for family sedans. These are the most popular vehicles on the road in the US, making them the best choice for hybrid technology being integrated into the line-up.
Press Release on the
Toyota Estima Hybrid relaunch
My theory is the SUVs are simply more popular in the US and so automakers, who are looking to sell as may hybrids as possible, have looked to SUVs rather than minivans as the best outlet for hybrid technology. The same goes for family sedans. These are the most popular vehicles on the road in the US, making them the best choice for hybrid technology being integrated into the line-up.
Press Release on the
Toyota Estima Hybrid relaunch
