So I ordered my Hybrid Oct18 and its scheduled to arrive at the dealer on Friday. I wasn't required to put any deposit down on it when I ordered it. Based on all of the reading that I am doing on the severely poor MPG on the hybrid (35-40mpg) vs 47 on the sticker, I am having serious second thoughts on if I should just get a standard Gas.
Another thing adding to this is the fact that the year end $500 bonus will NOT apply to the Hybrid.
I feel that I can drive the gas vehicle how I want without having to worry about changing my driving style in order to get the necessary MPG savings that a hybrid would save me.
http://services.forddirect.fordvehicles.com/inventory/WindowSticker.pdf?vin=3FA6P0LU3DR190747 (car I ordered)
$28,380
-500 cash back
-750 coupon from brochure
27130
http://services.forddirect.fordvehicles.com/inventory/WindowSticker.pdf?vin=3FA6P0H75DR140743 (car I am debating)
$22,740
-500 cash back
-500 year end bonus
-750 coupon from brouchure
20990
$6140 difference
There is also 1775 in missing options that I have not accounted for, so really its a difference of $4365 $80/month)
http://i45.tinypic.com/33ub9z6.jpg
If I knew I was guaranteed 47mpg with normal driving style, I think it would make sense.
I realize that some people may think this isnt morally right. However, on the flip side, I know Ford isn't going to reimburse me every year for the MPG difference that the car isn't getting (37 vs 47). I feel its up to me as the consumer to look out for my best interests.
Thoughts?