Two hybrids in Consumer Reports Top 10

Prius and Highlander picked by Consumer Reports

Toyota's hybrid cars did very well in Consumer Reports Top Picks for 2006. The Toyota Highlander hybrid was the best Mid-sized SUV costing more than $30,000. Only the hybrid Highlander and the Lexus RX400h hybrid received "Excellent" scores in Consumer Report's Testing (more).

The Toyota Prius won the Green Car award for the third year in a row and is a good alternative to a mid-sized sedan, noted Consumer Reports. Only 4% of Prius owners reported serious problems, topping the customer satisfaction survey.