French Research Organization IFP Says Plug-In Hybrids Make Economic Sense Right Now - AllCarsElectric.com

French Research Organization IFP Says Plug-In Hybrids Make Economic Sense Right Now - AllCarsElectric.com: "The plug-in they choose is a hypothetical vehicle that achieves a 16 mile electric only range before using gasoline. The battery pack for this vehicle adds $8,591 in up front costs to bring the purchase price to $30,091. The fuel (some of which is electricity) and maintenance costs bring the total out of pocket expense for the life of the vehicle to $42,953."