Prius impresses MT judges

But can it win Car of the Year?

Later today MotorTrend will announce its 2010 Car of the Year Award, but I wouldn't put my bet on any hybrid cars winning the award. However, the 2010 Toyota Prius has a chance.

MT judges have released some of their notes on the cars reviewed and both the Honda Insight and the Lexus HS 250 h were reviewed rather harshly. The 2010 Toyota Prius, on the other hand, impressed the judges with its "single-minded devotion to high technology and its refinement".

Lexus HS 250 h falls short on luxury?

Just stick with a loaded Prius?

This week MotorTrend has been providing notes on its car reviews for the 2010 Car of the Year.

Unfortunately, it's not looking good for hybrid cars. Earlier this week, MT staffers were critical of the Honda Insight.

Today, MT claims that the Lexus HS 250 h falls short on luxury. Ultimately, while the HS 250 provides better overall performance and a nicer drive at high speeds compared to the Toyota Prius, MT staffers felt the Prius is a better deal for the money.

Luxurious fuel economy

The Lexus 450h hybrid

Admit it, you're a snob. You drive only luxury vehicles. Just kidding.

Still, just because luxury cars are your vice doesn't mean that you can't embrace fuel economy, and this morning Cars.com has put forth their favorite ten fuel efficient luxury vehicles.

While hybrid cars don't dominate the list, they are the most fuel efficient selections on the list. The Lexus RX 450h ranked 6th and the Lexus HS 250h ranked 4th.