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Why is the Honda Civic Hybrid so cheap?

I am thinking of buying a Honda Civic Hybrid or a Volvo C30. Why is the Honda so cheap (and with this week's offers even cheaper)? A local Honda dealer is offering me a Civic Hybrid 2009 SE with 4700 miles for £12,988 and a 59 with 1000 miles for £14,988. And now he offers me a brand new one for £15,000. Does the colour matter? Which to go for? And what do you think of the Honda CR-Z?

Asked on 14 July 2010 by threlkeld

Answered by Honest John
Because they're not really very good. They don't drive as well as a Prius and roll much more.

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